Senior / Alumni Spotlights
Gloria Benguche '25
Originally from Detroit, Michigan, I graduated from Cass Technical High School in 2021. I am currently a senior majoring in Occupational Safety & Health Management (OSHM) and plan to graduate in December 2025.
As a first-generation college student, I entered college
undecided, unsure of my career path, but always had an interest in
S.T.E.M. Initially, I pursued a degree in mechanical engineering, but
after some time, my academic advisor introduced me to the OSHM
program. Intrigued by the aspect of being able to help others and
curious about the wonders of safety, I enrolled in OSHM courses my
sophomore year of college.
One of my favorite aspects of the OSHM program is the amount of
resources available to students. We have ample opportunities to
network with professionals from various safety sectors, along with
access to scholarships and internship opportunities, which are often
shared by our professors who also serve as our major academic
advisors.
In the summer of 2024, I completed an Safety Co-op at
Toyota. My plant site was located in Mississippi and it is otherwise
known as Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi (TMMMS).During my time
there, I supported the regional ergonomics and safety kaizen
competition, conducted safety walks during the summer shutdown,
performed a PPE cost analysis, and gathered data to develop
countermeasures to encourage team members to report work-related
discomfort early to help prevent long-term injuries. Some of the
countermeasures included daily required group leader reads to team
members about on time reporting and informational brochures.
I look forward to gaining new experiences, expanding my network,
and applying my knowledge to real-world challenges. I am eager to
collaborate with professionals in the field, learn from their
expertise, and contribute to meaningful projects that drive safety
improvements and innovation in the workplace. Through these
opportunities, I hope to further develop my skills, make a positive
impact, and continue growing both professionally and personally.
Interest Area(s)
Occup Safety/Health Mgmt
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