Michael Connor is currently in his 5th year of study in the Pennsylvania State University's Architectural Engineering program. In May 2018, he will graduate with a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering degree with a minor in Architectural Studies. 

 

In the summer of 2017, Michael was one of the few students chosen to participate in the Rome, Italy study abroad program offered by the PSU AE program. After seven weeks of intense studies, he returned home and began an internship with Leach Wallace Associates, Inc. Working at Leach Wallace, Michael was exposed to the intricate mechanical design of healthcare facilities. This experience allowed him to learn of the many perspectives needed when designing complex projects and the skills needed to work within a team of engineers. In January 2018, Michael was given the opportunity to intern with Barton Associates, Inc. through the spring semester into the summer of 2018. Over six months, he was exposed to the thoughtful design of higher education projects, several on-site surveying techniques, and a vast array of design considerations. After graduation, Michael hopes to build his professional career as an HVAC designer with the hopes of obtaining his P.E., LEED GA, and LEED AP. He looks forward to beginning his career in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania working for BALA Consulting Engineers.

 

Outside of academics, Michael is involved with the Penn State Habitat for Humanity chapter, the Penn State ASHRAE chapter, the Student Society of Architectural Engineers, and the Penn State chapter of the United States Green Building Council. In his spare time, Michael enjoys collecting vinyl records, snowboarding, hiking, and traveling the world.