David Barragan

"M State helped me realize there are more people around you than you think who want to help you achieve your goals. Going into college, I was somewhat of a quiet person. My time at M State helped me develop the skills and confidence to speak up for myself and others. I enjoyed vibrant classroom interactions; one particular class that comes to mind is Ethics, hardly a day went by that we didn’t engage in lively discussions that challenged our ethical perspectives. This class opened my eyes to the world around me and has greatly influenced me in my professional and personal life. 

I have two degrees from M State: A 2015 Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Science, and a 2016 Associate of Science in Engineering. M State’s smaller class sizes fostered a sense of belonging, and my instructors were always willing and able to answer questions and provide guidance to get me to where I am today. I'm currently a Civil/Structural Engineer for Black & Veatch, supporting a vast array of renewable grid integration projects nationwide."