Donovan Smith
Major
Architectural Engineering
Award
College of Engineering and Applied Science Perseverance Award
Post-graduation plans
Pursue a career in engineering consulting, focusing on building enclosures.
Why do you think you were selected for this award?
Perseverance is a matter of the heart and a belief that people can overcome great odds. That mindset carries valuable lessons and should be shared to help others navigate adversity. Each one, teach one.
What is your favorite CU ¶¶Òõ´«Ã½ÔÚÏß memory?
Counterintuitively, it’s the smile after a long night of studying and the early mornings being the first to arrive.
How did CU ¶¶Òõ´«Ã½ÔÚÏß help you prepare for what's next?
CU ¶¶Òõ´«Ã½ÔÚÏß helped prepare me by giving me the key to life’s opportunities. As a first‑generation college student with a family background in the construction trades, I carry forward a strong sense of integrity and a commitment to building with intention. I plan to continue growing as a lifelong learner and to share that knowledge with others. We stand on the shoulders of giants, and I want to help engineer our communities and homes to meet the needs of current and future generations.