Nation: 
Métis Nation of Ontario
School attending:
Queen's University
Program of study:
Chemical
Graduation:
2016
When I first heard about engineering:
Honestly, when I first heard about engineering, it was the train engineer type. Eventually I learned it was more about design through different school projects.
Why I chose my school and program:
I was originally trying to get away from Kingston having grown up there, but I realized that it was my perfect school and program. I instantly could feel at home on campus, and enjoyed how much community there was around Queen's and in engineering specifically.
What I like most about engineering:
I like the ability to problem solve and think outside the box. All of the design courses were encouraging of finding new solutions by using innovation. I also like how engineering is based more on understanding and less on memorization.
Where you will find me outside of classes:
More often than not in the pool for Water Polo practice or lifeguarding.
My inspiration:
My inspiration to engineer comes from a number of things. I love to learn, try new things, and problem solve. My grade 11 physics teacher was the first one who made engineering seem like a possibility for me, so I have to recognize him as a large influence on my decision to go into engineering.
2022 Update:
Tanis graduated in 2016, and spent a year working for Tiree Innovations. In 2017 ,Tanis returned to school, to pursue a medical degree at McMaster University. She is currently a resident in orthopedic surgery.