Yanyu Arias

Connect with Yanyu

Email: yanyul1@umbc.edu

Track: Bioengineering & Biotechnology

Graduation Year: Spring 2027

Hometown: Columbia, MD

High School: Mount Hebron High School

Why I choose CBEE: I like chemistry and engineering.

Areas of Interest in Chemical Engineering: Biotechnology & Material Science

My favorite thing about CBEE is: You get to learn a little bit of everything, and a lot of classes
offer hands-on experience.

Advice for a new CBEE student: Build a supportive network by connecting with classmates, professors, and others. Explore as many paths as you can, stay curious, and don’t hesitate to ask for advice or help.

What I plan to do with my Chemical Engineering degree: I want to pursue a career in biotechnology and possibly get a master’s degree after graduation.

UMBC Activities & Clubs:

  • AIChE and ChemE car
  • Phi Sigma Sigma
  • STRiVE 2024, Alternative Spring Break(ASB) 2025
  • Undergrad researcher at Dr. Jackman Burden’s Lab
  • LSAMP Summer 2025 research fellowship

Hobbies: Painting, Volunteering, Thrifting, Music, Cooking, and trying different foods.

My favorite thing about the Baltimore area: I love all the festivals happening throughout the year in Baltimore. They’re a great way to experience the city’s culture, food, and community.

 

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