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North Carolina
North Carolina LSAMP
Fayetteville State University * North Carolina A&T State University * North Carolina Central University
* North Carolina State University * University of NC at Chapel Hill * University of NC at Charlotte *
University of NC at Pembroke * Winston-Salem State University
Dr. Husniyah Abdus- Salaam received a B.S. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from North Carolina A&T State
University, a M.S. degree in Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems
Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University. She is currently employed as a Systems Engineer at Intel Corporation in
Phoenix, Arizona. “Dr. Eric Cheek introduced me to engineering my freshmen year, while I was exploring different areas that
would allow me to use my love for mathematics. However, it was not until I was given the opportunity to conduct research under
the guidance of Dr. Clinton Lee, and NCLSAMP that I considered the possibility of obtaining a graduate degree.”
Jerry Adams received a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University, and a M.S. degree in
Electrical Engineering from Purdue University. “I knew that engineering was for me when I realized how much I enjoyed math
and developed an interest for wanting to create technology. I grew up thinking I would someday create an actual iron man suit.
Of course I didn't but that desire compelled me to become an engineer to study the art of creating something that was useful or
simply making something work better. My involvement with LSAMP granted me the exposure I needed while in undergrad to
inspire me to pursue graduate school and continue my desire to furthering my research in Automatic Control Theory. That desire
led me to obtaining my MSEE at Purdue University with my thesis centered in Autonomous Control Theory by applying Model
Predictive Control to solve a flight control problem for a Cessna - 182 Aircraft. Upon graduating from Purdue University, I began my engineering
professional career with ExxonMobil in VA as a Control Systems Engineer.………………………………………………………………………………..
Sheldon Abrams is currently attending North A&T State University, pursuing a B.S. degree in Computer Science. “I realized
that the STEM areas were for me when I experienced the power of computing. Being associated with the High School Computer
Competition, sponsored by the Black Data Processing Associates, revealed to me the dynamics of this era. Previous to that
discovery, I always had an interest in computers, but I had no idea of the full extent of the reach of the computer. Today, living in
an era of information, computers are a central tool in any field across most modern disciplines. From prediction, to calculation,
to automation, the power of computation opens the realm of knowledge in a way not previously humanly possible. It is the reason
why I am a computer scientist today.
Brandon Ball graduated from North Carolina A&T State University with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering. “I realized
STEM was a good program when I wanted to gain undergraduate research experience and learn more about attaining advanced
degrees through the program. I also enjoyed getting a stipend to help out with out-of -state college expenses. I conducted
research on "Bone Conduction", to assist army soldiers in communicating with each other without cover ears during combat,
which will help them make better decisions in hostile environments.………………………………………………………………….
Jessye Bemley received B.S. and M.S. degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in
Industrial and Systems Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University. “I was introduced to STEM at a young age by my
parents. Participating in various programs showed me all the interesting concepts you can learn and apply to everyday life using
STEM. I want to share that with other young people.”
Dr. Tanina Bradley received a B.S. degree in Engineering Physics in 2004from North Carolina A&T State University. She was a
member of Cohort II of the Bridge to the Doctorate program, and completed a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering at the
University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She returned to NCA&T to pursue a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, and will graduate in
May, 2012.
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