Ross Beppler, Clemson University – Region 3 (Southeast USA)

Ross is a junior at Clemson University. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Philosophy. He will be graduating in May 2014, with a concentration in renewable energy. Ross participated in the Washington Internships for Students of Engineering Program (WISE) in the summer of 2012. His participation in the WISE program resulted in the development of a research paper entitled "Taking Advantage of America's Wind Resources: Implementing a Predictable Incentive Through a Long Term Energy Policy."

Nicholas Coleman, Drexel University – Region 2 (Mid-Atlantic USA)

Nicholas is a senior at Drexel University. He is pursuing a dual degree (bachelor's and master's) in Electrical Engineering and a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management. His expected graduation date is June 2013. His career experiences include working at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, EwingCole, and serving as a research assistant at the Technical University of Berlin and Drexel University.

Stephen Collins, University of Southern California – Region 6 (Western USA)

Stephen is a junior at the University of Southern California. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Electromagnetics and Energy Systems. His expected graduation date is May 2014. His career experiences include working at EmergiTech, serving as a research assistant at the University of Michigan, and as a teaching assistant at Gordon College.

Eric DePinto, Colorado School of Mines – Region 5 (Southwest USA)

Eric is a senior at the Colorado School of Mines. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Economics & Business. He will be graduating in May 2013. His career experience includes working with Phillips 66 - Borger Refinery, Burns & McDonnell, and United Launch Alliance.

David Hiskens, University of Michigan – Region 4 (Mid-Western USA)

David is a junior at the University of Michigan. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. He will be graduating in May 2014. His career experience include working with ROAM Consulting and serving as an instructor's aide for an Introduction to Engineering class.

Andrew Klem, Clarkson University – Region 1 (Northeast USA)

Andrew is a junior at Clarkson University. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. He will be graduating in December 2013 with an emphasis in transmission and power delivery. His career experience includes working at General Dynamics, GE Energy, and TRC Companies.