Daniel Baqaeen ’22 a computer science and engineering major with minors in data science and mathematics, is currently considering multiple software engineering job offers. He is a recipient of the 2022 Senior Regents’ Honors Award, which recognizes high-achieving students.
Daniel chose to pursue computer science and engineering out of a desire to be part of an innovative, rapidly evolving field where he could contribute to meaningful technological advancements. He was able to advance that goal at the University of Hartford by gaining a strong theoretical foundation alongside hands-on, applied learning opportunities.
What Daniel valued the most about the University of Hartford is its small class sizes, which enabled him to engage more closely with both peers and faculty, allowing him to participate in collaborative projects such as a joint research project with the Department of Biology and a Smart Campus parking initiative, where he applied classroom learning to tackle real-world challenges.
Outside of classes, Daniel worked as a system administrator for the Department of Computing Sciences, and as a peer tutor in mathematics and computer science. He also served as a Student Government Association senator and was selected to join the University’s Computer Science & Engineering Advisory Board.
Daniel advises new students, saying “College will fly by faster than you expect, so seize every opportunity, build a strong network and start planning your next steps early. Stay active on campus and maintain a healthy work/fun balance.”