University of California-Irvine
Bachelor's degree program
2024 – 2028
Majors:
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
GPA:
GPA3.3 GPA
General information
Hobbies & Interests
- 3D Modeling
- Aerospace
- Anime
- Acting And Theater
- Art
- Babysitting And Childcare
- Beach
- Crafting
- Welding
- Engineering
- Hiking And Backpacking
- Sewing
- Painting and Studio Art
Reading
- History
- Academic
- Historical
I read books multiple times a week.
Samantha Esparza
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FinalistGeneral information
Hobbies & Interests
- 3D Modeling
- Aerospace
- Anime
- Acting And Theater
- Art
- Babysitting And Childcare
- Beach
- Crafting
- Welding
- Engineering
- Hiking And Backpacking
- Sewing
- Painting and Studio Art
Reading
- History
- Academic
- Historical
I read books multiple times a week.
Bio
Hello! My name is Samantha Esparza, and I am an Aerospace Engineering student at the University of California, Irvine. I have always been fascinated by space, rockets, and aviation. My goal is to advance our technological capabilities and make a lasting impact on the field of aerospace engineering through innovative design and discovery.
Education
University Preparatory
High School
2018 – 2024
GPA:
GPA3.9 GPA
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
English as first language:
Yes
Homeschooled:
No
Career
Miscellaneous
Dream career field:
Engineering, Aviation & Aerospace
Dream career goals:
My long-term career goal is to become an aerospace engineer, contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies in aviation and space exploration. I'm particularly driven by the challenge of solving complex problems related to flight dynamics, propulsion, and structural design. Whether it's advancing sustainable aircraft systems or supporting space missions, I want to be part of the teams that push the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. Ultimately, I hope to work in a role where I can not only engineer innovative solutions but also collaborate with others across disciplines to bring large scale aerospace projects to life. I’m excited by the idea of contributing to something bigger. Whether that’s improving global transportation or helping humanity explore beyond Earth.
Work experience:
1 year
Has nursing license:
No
Leadership experience:
Yes
Military
ROTC:
No
Future Interests
- Advocacy
- Volunteering
- Entrepreneurship
Sports
Cross-Country Running
Junior Varsity
2020 – 2022
Soccer
Junior Varsity · 1 award
2018 – 2019
Awards:championship
Arts
Stage Manager and Actor
Drama Club · Theatre
2020 – 2023
Productions:The Play That Goes Wrong, Trifles
Public services
Volunteer
Volunteering · Beagles and Buddies (Animal Rescue)
2023 – 2024
Mission:My mission was to help care for rescued dogs by assisting with daily tasks that kept the shelter clean, safe, and comfortable. This included cleaning up after the dogs, feeding them, washing their bowls, walking them, and maintaining the general cleanliness of the shelter. Although the organization is named after beagles, I worked with a wide variety of dog breeds. My goal was to support the staff and contribute to the overall health and well-being of the animals while they waited to be adopted into loving homes.Volunteer
Volunteering · California Health Collaborative
2024 – 2024
Mission:My mission was to support community health and outreach efforts, particularly around public health education and awareness. I assisted with organizing events, distributing resources, and helping with campaigns focused on topics like tobacco prevention and healthy living. The goal was to promote healthier lifestyles and provide accessible health information to underserved communities.