"Academically, my scholarship support has driven me to keep my eyes on my goals and to really make a lasting impact at UIUC. I feel incredibly honored that The Grainger College of Engineering and its donors believe in my academic and leadership capability, and I hope to unleash my full potential as an engineering student to not only benefit the university community but also pave the way for future women in engineering.

I plan on conducting research in artificial intelligence and/or nanophotonics. In particular, I’m interested in how advanced technology can be intersected with sustainability while considering the ethical implications. Furthermore, I hope to study abroad in the Denmark/Switzerland region of Europe to gain a more worldwide view of the practices in engineering."

Emily Y. Chen, Grainger Engineer
Engineering Visionary Scholarship Recipient