Cate Shepard
Hometown: Wilmington, NCHigh School: Topsail High School
Activities: Women in Computer Science (WiCS), Beach Volleyball, Indoor Cycling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Awards & Honors: Dean's List, National Merit Scholarship, David W. and Anne B. Pearsall Engineering Scholarship
Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2026
What I plan to do after graduation: I have interned with nCino as a software engineer. I have not decided what specific field I want to pursue as a career although I am currently leaning towards artificial intelligence.
Why I Love Computer Science: I have always loved math because I enjoy finding creative ways to approach problems and the fulfillment that comes with finding a solution. I took my first computer science class in high school and was drawn to the topic for the same reasons. The field is constantly evolving with new research; it is so exciting to be a part of a discipline with so much room for discovery, especially considering computer science has become a significant aspect of society and our personal lives. Ultimately, I love that computer science requires the use of both technical and creative skills and allows cross-disciplinary engagement in almost any field imaginable!
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