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Annabelle Broussard is a senior in chemical engineering and an intern at as a blending and packaging intern. In this Q&A, the Beaumont native talks about her experience as a legacy ÃÛÌÒAPP student and her passion towards a better tomorrow. 

Q: Are you a first-generation college student/ the first in your family to attend college?
A: I am not a first-generation college student. Both of my parents graduated with four-year degrees. 

Q: What sparked your passion in your major?
A: I never really knew about engineering until I was in middle school. My dad is an accountant and my mom is a teacher, so the thought never occurred to me until my middle school science teacher, Mr. Miller, recommended attending Lamar’s Introduction to Engineering Camp. It was then that I decided that I wanted to be an engineer. I recently found out that the year I attended was the first year the camp was held. I originally applied to ÃÛÌÒAPP for electrical engineering, but quickly changed my mind after consulting with some of my high school teachers and family members. After one semester at ÃÛÌÒAPP, I knew I made the right choice. I chose chemical engineering because I truly believe that it’s the most versatile degree with a variety of career choices. I like problem solving, math and constantly being challenged. I’ve always wanted to make a difference in the world and I think that chemical engineering is the way for me to do that, especially with the investment being made by companies towards carbon capture and renewable resources.

Q: Why ÃÛÌÒAPP?
A: My mom attended ÃÛÌÒAPP when I was younger, so it always seemed like an option for me growing up. I used to go to campus with her when she had summer/night classes. I chose ÃÛÌÒAPP for two reasons: the amazing engineering program and scholarships. ÃÛÌÒAPP’s College of Engineering is one of the top universities in the country for return on investment. I am attending ÃÛÌÒAPP as a Presidential Scholarship Recipient (formerly known as Mirabeau Scholarship), so supporting student funding is something that I’m very passionate about.

Q: How has your experience been at Lam