Meet Sydney

Name: Sydney Roubian

Class of: 2027

Program: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering w/ minors in Project Management and Robotics

"A huge thank you to scholarship donors for investing in our future. We are the next you!"

What do you like most about SNHU?

The endless opportunities SNHU offers.

How do the scholarships and financial aid you receive make it possible for you to attend SNHU? Specifically, how have scholarships made a difference?

Scholarships have made a difference by putting less pressure on me to over load myself with work. Chipping a little less of a financial burden off my back and allowing me to focus on what is really important.

What would you say to those who donate to support student scholarships?

A huge thank you to scholarship donors for investing in our future. We are the next you!

What was your hope in receiving a college education?

My hope was to be able to learn as much as I can so I can go out and use what I learned to expand my knowledge even further.

What inspired you to choose your area of study? What is your dream job?

My dad inspired me to become an engineer. My dream job is to build something that can be used to improve the lives of people. Whether that is better housing, youth education, food insecurity, any problem.

In what ways have you been involved at SNHU (campus organizations, job, sports, etc.)?

• Pottery Club
• ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)
• AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics)
• Robotics (Lab Assistant and Event Coordinator)
• Environmental Club
• The Chandler Center (Volunteer Coordinator)
• The Accessibility Center
• Ultimate Frisbee

What do you find most challenging? How do you deal with this?

Being a woman in engineering has been a challenge. Typically there are 18-25 students in an engineering class, and at most four of my peers will be women. It can be intimidating and stressful, but the women in engineering have been amazing friends to me.

What are you proudest of?

I'm proud of so many things it's hard to pick just one. Some of my top accomplishments are: Vice President of ASME, Global Leadership Conference, Take 5 and Alternative Break Coordinator, Robotics Lab Assistant and Event Coordinator, Roca Kidz Club.

In what ways do you want/hope to stay involved as an SNHU graduate?

I want to stay involved with the Women in SETA nights, encouraging and networking with SNHU engineering students.

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