Team player

Mairin grew up around computers and learned how to code at a young age. A true teammate, she is looking forward to a career of collaborating with other software engineers to develop software solutions.

Right where God wants me
The Lord is so present at Northwestern College—in relationships, classrooms, dorms and just about everywhere else on campus. The people we are surrounded and supported by here are simply unmatched. As a prospective student, I was welcomed with open arms by all, and I knew this is where God wanted me to be.

 Kind + helpful profs
The Northwestern faculty include some of the kindest and most helpful teachers I’ve ever had. The relationships my professors cultivate with their students have made me feel comfortable coming to them with anything, whether it be class-related or something happening in my personal life.

Collaborative work
In comparison to computer science, software engineering has more of an emphasis on project management and involves large-scale projects that require teamwork. Growing up with a big family and as an athlete in team sports, I was drawn to the teamwork aspect of software engineering. Getting to complete large projects with others is something that seems very fulfilling to me.

Supportive friends
As a member of the Raider women’s basketball team, I have grown in my faith. With such a tight-knit group, my teammates are people I can have deep and intellectual conversations with about faith and life, and they also challenge, support and hold me accountable in every way. I have learned what it truly means to be a good teammate, but more importantly, what it means to be a good friend.