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  • Biomedical engineering is so diverse that students are required to select a specific track to focus on. However, BMEs are competing with other engineers who are more knowledgeable. It is one of the biggest disadvantage for BMEs, the fact that we touch on different fields, but we do not go as much in-depth as the other majors. Sadly, the reality is that many recruiters will rather hire someone who is a master in a subject than someone who only touched upon a subject. In my personal experience, as a BME student, I have had to work extra to demonstrate I have the same skills or more. It has also reduced the number of opportunities for me. However, BME provides us with the background understanding that draws our passion for the healthcare industry, which personally, I think it’s important for us in our career. I think that as students, we can continue to improve our academic preparation to give us a unique place in both research and industry.