Name: Derrick Moore

Email: moore137@purdue.edu

Current BGA Position: President

Graduate year(for Fall 2010): 2nd

Hometown: Baton Rouge, La

Birthday: April, 29, 1986    

Undergraduate Institution, Degree, Major: Southern University and A&M College,
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Graduate Degree & Major: Pursuing M. S. Electrical Engineering and Biomedical
Engineering

Hobbies: Music, Sleeping, and Working out

Awards and Accomplishments at Purdue: GEM Fellow and REACH Scholar

How long have you been a member of the BGA?: Fall 2009

What three words (or phrases) would you use to describe the BGA? Welcoming,
Informative, Supportive

What is your lifelong dream? To be successful

Who were the most influential people in your life? Grandmother, Mom, and Aunts

How would you describe yourself in 3 words? Ambitious, Proactive, and Energetic

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? As an Entrepeneur, Clothing Designer,
Patent Attorney, and Licensed Professional Engineer.

What is one thing in life you must have? Belief in God that all things are
possible.

Why did you decide to come to Purdue and what do you like most about the
University thus far? I came to Purdue because I fell in love with the campus,
the people are great for the most part, and the Engineering Program is in the
top 10.