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Vanessa Alatis

Vanessa Alatis headshot

Major: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Graduation Year: 2026

Hometown: Weirton, WV

Email: vra00002@mix.wvu.edu

Student Organization Involvement

I am involved in the Society of Women Engineers

Interests and Hobbies

I enjoy hanging with friends, working out, and snowboarding

Internship or Co-op Experience

I have interned with Nucor Steel West Virginia the last two summers as a process engineer

Fun Fact

My sister and I were born on the same day 3 years apart.

Favorite Thing About WVU and Statler College

My favorite thing about wvu is the culture and the people. Growing up in WV I always knew that I would end up here. The school spirit and the culture of the school makes every event and day rewarding. My favorite thing about the Statler College is the community of people it has given me. I feel like I always have someone to lean on when stressed or needing aid with specific school and I have also made lifelong friends.

Advice for Prospective Students

My biggest piece of advice to prospective Statler College students is to be open minded. This school gives countless opportunities for students and you will always find someone willing to help or passionate in the same things as you.