Megan Shiring

Chemical Engineering (2024)

Major and anticipated graduation date: Chemical Engineering, 2024

Academic Background: I always really liked math and science, but I knew majoring in just one of
those was not going to be right for me. I really enjoy the challenge and the problem-solving you
get from an engineering degree. I am currently in my junior year majoring in chemical
engineering and despite the many times I did not think I would survive a class or an exam or a
presentation, I always ended up on the other side of things.

Research Interests: I am really interested in the material science aspects of chemical
engineering. I would love to be a part of the polymer and biomaterial research group here at
UConn.

Professional Experience: This past summer I worked at Travelers Insurance in Hartford, CT. I
was an intern on their personal insurance distribution team. I was really able to develop both my
technical skills and my soft skills throughout the summer. I am looking forward to hopefully
getting an engineering internship this coming summer.

Interests/Hobbies: At UConn, I am a part of Engineering Ambassadors, specifically the tour
guide’s branch. Through EA, I give weekly tours to prospective engineering students and their
families. I am a big Dunkin’ person and in my free time, I enjoy running and golfing.