Imagine infinite energy sources, precise mobile robots, and instant internet speeds. These are but a few of the things I want my work to accomplish. As a kid, my father and I were big fans of Marvel and DC comics - there was always something inspiring about seeing Spider-Man's new technologies to accomplish big feats. It wasn't until my late high school years that I realized that it's not at all IMPOSSIBLE to accomplish the same scientific milestones my comic book heroes; it could all be done if I did something with my affinities in math and science. Unfortunately, being good at school subjects doesn't exactly translate to being a great college student. I struggled for quite some time until I found my academic rhythm and learned how to secure internships - one of the best ways to get an engineering job after graduating. My original concrete goal for studying engineering was to create more sustainable rockets to find new resources to use from deep space. Rockets can only go so far with the amount of fuel stored, so modifying different rockets components to conserve fuel was a topic of research for some time. However, as I progressed in my studies I realized I fell in love with Control Theory - a branch of mathematics that deals with controlling dynamic systems. I had found my method for creating a more efficient rocket and so much more. A proper control system could not just properly optimize rocket fuel usage, but also estimate the stock markets, help a self-driving car navigate a highway, and even make the Boston Dynamics robots move with such precision. The problems that I intend to solve will all have a common element - the solution will involve some form of control theory. I love the topic so much that my graduate degree is purely focused on implementing Control Theory in different ways. The hope I have for my engineering career is to progressively solve complex problems (such as infinite energy), and inspire others during my journey. The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is a global organization tasked with increasing the number of culturally responsible black engineers who succeed professionally, excel academically, and positively impact the community. I've found myself go from a general member to my chapter's secretary, to its current president. My service has put me in a spotlight of sorts with our general members - as such, I do my best to serve as a model student and offer any advice I can to fellow black STEM students who need it. I love ensuring my classmates are on track to achieve their goals, and find extreme happiness when they rediscover motivation upon witnessing my passion for STEM. My most recent NSBE volunteer experience was shown to inspire thousands when I did a volunteer STEM exhibition for the Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago. Various parents and children expressed how they loved seeing a student of color speak about their college experiences, and asked many questions that I was happy to answer during the Q&A. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, and it inspired me to continue inspiring others. To conclude, I've found the way in which I'd like to approach solving the world's problems. I can see myself coming up with innovative control-based solutions the same way my comic book heroes would during my engineering career. Additionally, I want to help continue the cycle of STEM-enthusiasts. Any chance I get to help a young student/engineer find their motivation, I'll take it. Once I retire, I definitely want to have inspired the next generation to have more passion and love for their work as I did mine.