Simon Fraser University

Amir Siddiqui

Year of Study:

 Fifth

Program Area:

 Engineering

What inspired you to choose your program?

I've always had an inquisitive mind regarding computers. Figured I'd put that curiosity to use.

Specific area of interest/concentration in your studies:

Computer engineering

Your career aspirations:

Definitely up in the air right now.  Originally wanted to get into engineering management, but a lot of that is changing. Next question will answer this one.

Job you want in 10 years:

Oncologist (Medicine!)

You have completed co-op terms with these companies:

Sierra Wireless, Intel of Canada Ltd.

You are involved in the following campus clubs:

ESSS, RHA (not anymore)

Volunteer placements at school:

None

Favourite quote:

"The walls between art and engineering exist only in our minds"  Theo Jansen

Advice for new students: Don't fall behind in your school work! If you stay on top of everything, your time at university will be amazing.  Also, never keep a closed-mind. If you limit yourself, you'll be limiting your future.