Brendan Cottrell
2015, Engineering
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What area(s) of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are you pursuing for your undergraduate degree?
Engineering Physics
What is your favourite inspirational quote?
“For me, I am driven by two main philosophies: know more today about the world than I knew yesterday and lessen the suffering of others. You’d be surprised how far that gets you.” – Neil deGrasse Tyson
What is a little known fact about you?
I have a passion for geography and geopolitics, which is a nice reprieve sometimes from a very quantitative lifestyle in STEM.
Why do you think you make a great Schulich Leader?
I make a great Schulich Leader due to my continued battle in striving for excellence. I am excited for the challenge of innovating and solving modern problems. Schulich Leaders find fulfillment in problem solving, and I am grateful to be provided with the opportunity to achieve this at a higher level.
