Pictured from left to right are DEEP Program Participants: Adam Machi, Luke Franks, Christine Zheng, Joseph Sprague, and Tien Hoang

Two STEM Scholarship programs kicked off their first cohort of recipients this fall. Dr. Cory Brozina, Associate Director of the Rayen School of Engineering and Director of First-Year Engineering, oversees the applications and awarding of both the DEEP-C and ADMETE Scholarships for incoming STEM majors. The scholarships focus on recruiting and retaining engineering majors through financial support along with a structured program of meetings, mentoring, group activities, and professional skill-building workshops. You can read more by clicking these links for DEEP-C and ADMETE.

We are now accepting applications to BOTH programs for students entering in Fall 2022. The priority application deadline is December 1st.

This month, we feature 5 of the initial cohort members:

Christine Zheng

My name is Christine Zheng and I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I was born in New York but was raised in Boardman Ohio. I graduated from Boardman High School. I played basketball for three years and joined multiple clubs such as Key club, Emerging Leaders, Link Crew, and more. Through Key Club and Emerging Leaders, I got countless opportunities to volunteer at Angels for Animals, Spartan Invitational, Office Aid, and more. I investigated many colleges, but YSU caught my eyes. YSU has an amazing engineering program and scholarship opportunities. I have always had in interest in engineering and my goal is to graduate with a degree and find a job that suits me well. I look forward to meeting new mentors and peers. DEEP-C will give me the opportunities to grow and learn from other who are more knowledgeable and experienced. I wish to make an impact on this world and DEEP-C will undeniably help with my dream. 

Joseph Sprague

My name is Joseph Sprague, I am a first year Electrical Engineering major. I grew up in Alliance Ohio and attended West Branch School, where I was very involved and had the pleasure of being a captain on the Cross-Country team for 2 years. As I have begun my journey at YSU I am very excited to meet new people and work towards my goals both inside and outside of the classroom. I choose to be an engineering major because I have always had a passion for designing and building new things. I specifically chose the electrical path because of my love of technology and fascination with how new and old tech works. When I obtain my degree, I have hopes of entering either the automotive industry or the cell phone creation field. I am truly grateful that I was chosen to join the DEEP Program at YSU. I believe that being a part of this program will assist me greatly by giving me a community of people who think like me and are able to push me towards my goals.

Tien Hoang

My name is Tien Hoang, and I am a Mechanical Engineering major.  I mostly worked at my family business while I attended Boardman High School.  As I attend YSU, I look forward mostly to the growth I will experience as a person and the opportunities that will arise throughout my college career. I chose engineering because I thought that my skills aligned with this field well, however I do not quite know what I want to do with the degree just yet.  I think that the DEEP Program will help me achieve my goals because it will help enhance skills that will help me excel in the field like leadership skills and communication skills. 

Adam Machi

My name is Adam Machi and I am majoring in Chemical Engineering. I am from Howland, Ohio and went to Howland High School. During high school, I was a member of the marching/symphonic band and played baseball. I look forward to meeting new people and growing as an individual at YSU. I chose engineering because I excelled in mathematics and science throughout all of my life. Once I achieve my degree, I plan to land myself a job where I am happy and making innovations. Finally, the DEEP Program will help me achieve my goals by creating connections with professors as well as classmates, thus setting me up what the future may hold.

Luke Franks

My name is Luke Franks and I am planning on majoring in Electrical Engineering here at YSU. I grew up in Glenshaw and attended Shaler Area High School. while there, I was the Trumpet Section Leader for 2 years, I ran Cross Country, I wrestled Varsity, and was a State Band Musician. Here at YSU I am looking forward to learning more about my field of interest as well as taking advantage of the many opportunities such as the STEM Expo and the different clubs. I chose Engineering because I really enjoy coming up with solutions to unique problems and being able to create things that never existed before. I think the DEEP Program will give me more support and guidance throughout my journey to becoming an engineer through getting to connect with more of my peers and having more support and help from the more experienced folk involved with the program.