{"id":727,"date":"2023-11-10T20:30:17","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T20:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogschapman.wpenginepowered.com\/engineering\/2023\/11\/10\/navy-veteran-utilizes-chapman-resources-to-achieve-success-in-engineering\/"},"modified":"2026-07-20T06:09:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T06:09:13","slug":"navy-veteran-utilizes-chapman-resources-to-achieve-success-in-engineering","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/engineering\/2023\/11\/10\/navy-veteran-utilizes-chapman-resources-to-achieve-success-in-engineering\/","title":{"rendered":"Navy Veteran Utilizes Chapman University Resources to Achieve Success in Engineering"},"content":{"rendered":"

Name: <\/b>Jaccob Mau<\/span><\/p>\n

Graduation Year: <\/b>December 2023<\/span><\/p>\n

Major: <\/b>Computer Science and Electrical Engineering<\/span><\/p>\n

Dept. in Military Service: <\/b>United States Navy, November 2015 – August 2021<\/span><\/p>\n

Taking a nontraditional path to higher education can come with challenges. Navigating the application process and selecting the right courses may be intimidating for returning students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For these students, on-campus support such as financial aid and student services become a major factor in their decision to enroll.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chapman University<\/a> is a student-centered institution dedicated to providing personalized education to every student regardless of their background or life experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

For Jaccob Mau, a United States (US) Navy Veteran and engineering student pursuing a double major in computer science and electrical engineering, campus support was essential to his decision when enrolling in the Fowler School of Engineering<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jaccob\u2019s Six Years in Service<\/strong> <\/span><\/h3>\n
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Jaccob Mau, along with his colleagues during their practical portion of training abroad a refitted submarine moored to the pier.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While Jaccob was enrolled at Clearfield Jobs Corps, a technical college in Utah, he was introduced to the US Navy and its endless career opportunities. With a strong sense of motivation and a clear path to success ahead of him, Jaccob joined the US Navy in November 2015.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

During the first two years of his service, Jaccob was in education training to become a nuclear electronic technician. He endured impossible studying methods, unreasonable expectations, and intense training hours. \u201cAt the end of my time in education, it was taking its toll\u201d, shared Jaccob.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Regardless, Jaccob overcame the training and was one step closer to fulfilling his role. However, the grueling work was not done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe practical portion of the training, we did training on a refitted submarine moored to the pier doing actual maintenance and things you would do in the fleet. And the hours were even worse there.\u201d For six months, Jaccob worked for seven days straight with long hours. He switched positions to prioritize his well-being and became a helicopter mechanic. While the hours were still intense, Jaccob knew this new position would be a better decision for him.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After six grueling years, Jaccob finished his service and decided to dive headfirst into pursuing higher education.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grueling US Navy Training Creates a Well-Rounded Learner<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For veterans like Jaccob, <\/span>Chapman\u2019s Veterans Resource Center<\/span><\/a> provides many financial resources, such as the Yellow Ribbon Scholarship, to cover the cost of every program offered on campus. These resources, along with Chapman Engineering\u2019s prominent <\/span>computer science program<\/span><\/a>, made Jaccob\u2019s college search decision a no-brainer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe transition from [the US Navy] to [Chapman] makes it seem like it\u2019s a cakewalk. To the extent that I\u2019m overloading a lot in courses which explains how I got through so quickly to the two-degree program,\u201d said Jaccob.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jaccob\u2019s military and applicable engineering experience was instrumental when tackling his engineering courses. He was familiar with the kind of discipline it would take to complete two engineering degrees in such a short time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before entering the military, Jaccob had never envisioned he would become a driven and self-disciplined student. Jaccob believes the most influential part of his time in service was becoming a lifelong learner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBefore I went into the military, I wasn\u2019t good at studying or managing my time. But during that time I learned how to learn. I learned how to manage my time. I learned how to get things done and it helped me immensely to know how I learn and what I learn,\u201d said Jaccob.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jaccob\u2019s mature approach to his classes is easily distinguishable amongst the faculty.<\/span> Dr. Erik Linstead<\/span><\/a>, Senior Associate Dean, believes Jaccob\u2019s time in service brought him impressive transferable life skills. \u201cThe thing that immediately stood out to me was his sense of confidence and complete commitment to his academic program and the school of engineering. His ability to work in a team, no doubt a skill honed during his time in the military, has also always impressed me,\u201d said Dr. Linstead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to having valuable learning skills, the support from Chapman Engineering\u2019s faculty gave Jaccob the tools he needed to speed through his coursework with ease and confidence. Over one summer, Jaccob held internships with <\/span>TAE Technologies<\/span><\/a> as a Summer Intern and Fusion Intern. Now, Jaccob is set to graduate in December 2023 and already has an offer in hand as a Junior Electrical Engineer with Reliance Test & Technology (RT&T)<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Veteran Finds Community at Fowler School of Engineering<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Jaccob studying alongside his classmate, Rithika Muthukali just weeks away from graduation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), our passion for fostering a community of collaborative engineers creates a welcoming environment for all students. In return, Chapman Engineering students bring values of community and innovation with them as they take on the engineering field.<\/p>\n

Initially, Jaccob chose Chapman for its strong veteran support but he did not anticipate becoming part of a community with a younger crowd. \u201cHonestly, this place is good at having different ideas, having different aspects. Very open,\u201d said Jaccob. Most engineering students know Jaccob for his active participation in their communication channels. Providing moments of comedic relief, especially during finals, is one way Jaccob connects with his community.<\/p>\n

Naturally, Jaccob spent most of his time at FSE studying and found his tried-and-true community of learners. \u201cSome people have a little more knowledge of some technologies than I do. Some have better expertise in certain areas which I try to draw from as well,\u201d shared Jaccob.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Jaccob was connected to Chapman\u2019s community of veteran and military-connected students through the Veterans Resource Center and FSE faculty.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think there have been a lot of people that are from the military here [at Chapman] that I didn\u2019t expect there to be that many because it’s such a small school. I didn\u2019t think there would be a big footprint but there actually is a big footprint here,\u201d said Jaccob. These additional elements ensure students, such as Jaccob, feel supported during their academic journeys.<\/p>\n

Students interested in learning more about Chapman\u2019s veteran and military-connected services are advised to visit the on-campus Veterans Resource Center.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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