December 2018 Senior STEM Graduates

What is your name and major?

My name is Kimmi Charest and I'm a Mathematics Major with a Teaching Concentration.

Three words to describe yourself?

Hard-working, Thoughtful, and Relational.

Plans in the future?

I am starting grad school at APU in January! I am getting my credential and master’s so that I can teach junior high or high school math!

Most exciting time in APU?

Studying abroad in Greece and Italy or going on an action team to the Dominican Republic. Each of these trips allowed me to connect with others and Christ in a way that I never could have imagined. Plus, seeing God at work globally is an experience unlike any other.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Get involved! Take advantage of office hours, invest in others, put yourself out there, and go abroad in some form or another! It really is the best.

What is your name and major?

My name is Lindsey Shirmer and my major is Allied Health.

Three words to describe yourself?

Hard-working, Trustworthy, and Personable.

Plans in the future?

Accelerated Nursing program, I want to be a pediatric nurse!

Most exciting time in APU?

The start of each school year is always so exciting. New classes, meeting new people and all the activities that APU puts on.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

It is not a race. Take your time to complete classes and figure out what you are passionate about in life. God has his very own specific plans for you so don’t compare them to the plans he has for other people. College is a journey.

What is your name and major?

My name is Mike Jones and I'm a Chemistry major.

Three words to describe yourself?

Intentional, Open-minded, and Caring.

Plans in the future?

After graduating I will live and work in Sacramento for 5 months, marry my best friend, and then figure out what to do from there. I am applying to grad schools for a master's degree in Environmental Engineering, but am keeping my options open to other possibilities as well.

Most exciting time in APU?

The most exciting time for me at APU was Spring of my Sophomore year when I was debating telling my fiance (which is her current title, thankfully) that I caught the feels for her. We were close friends and I didn't want to mess that up so it was a very intense and prayerful semester.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

ENGAGE in this school, and specifically with your professors and peers. There are so many opportunities here for growth in all areas through conversations with those around you. I know especially as a science major you can feel like you need to bury your head in a book all the time to keep up, but don't do it! It's unhealthy and a waste of your time. Take your studies seriously, but find a balance that encourages growth in ALL areas, not just head knowledge.

What is your name and major?

My name is Caroline Nazir, and I am a Computer Information Systems major and a Psychology minor.

Three words to describe yourself?

Hard worker, Responsible, and Patient.

Plans in the future?

Work for some time and then go to graduate school.

Most exciting experience at APU?

Going to NASA JPL and other companies to check them out with APU.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Practice a lot on your free time don't only depend on class assignments. And take the react native class.

What is your name and major?

My name is Adrian Callies, and I am a Computer Science major.

Three words to describe yourself?

Joyful, Optimistic, and Poised.

Plans in the future?

Software Developer for CalPortland, Pursuing Masters Degree in Vocational Ministry.

Most exciting experience at APU?

The gift of community(relationships).

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Learn as much as you can while you can.

What is your name and major?

My name is Zachary Goldstein, and I am a Computer Information Systems major with a minor in Graphic Design.

Three words to describe yourself?

Ambitious, Entrepreneurial, and Passionate.

Plans in the future?

Work in the IT field while continuing to pursue my music tech startup company - dvvy.

Most exciting time in APU?

Zuventurez.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Take your first few CS classes very seriously, even if they are easy for you so that you have a great foundation for your future classes.

What is your name and major?

My name is Aaron Arkie, and I am a Computer Science major.

Three words to describe yourself?

Ambitious, Confident, and Conscientious.

Plans in the future?

Work.

Most exciting time in APU?

Graduating.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Network and find an internship early in the semester.

What is your name and major?

My name is Jeffrey Bryant and I am a Computer Science major.

Three words to describe yourself?

Motivated, passionate, and diligent.

Plans in the future?

My future plans is to become a data scientist.

Most exciting time in APU?

My most exciting experience was attending the Christmas festivities that APU offers.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

My advice would be to take advantage of any employers that come to campus or job fairs.

What is your name and major?

My name is Gabriel Sanchez and I am a Computer Science major.

Three words to describe yourself?

Persistent, Happy, and am a Gamer.

Plans in the future?

Play some video games and start a family.

Most exciting time in APU?

The first time we set up the VR and 3D printers.

Advice for incoming freshmen?

Code until your fingers fall off and for a little change of pace code some more.