“Asia fits the profile of an engineer who is highly capable in the technical aspects of the field but can also look at problems through a wider lens, to consider ethics, responsibility, accessibility, and the potential impacts of new technology on vulnerable communities.”

Asia Bryant is a determined and resilient rising engineer committed to using her skills to make life easier and more accessible for others. Asia is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at UM-Dearborn, where she has persisted through numerous challenges. Asia is a dedicated caregiver to her parents and has worked diligently to both support her family and pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a mechanical engineer.

Alongside her studies, Asia works as a behavioral health technician at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy, where she provides support and care to young children with autism and works with a team of therapists and technicians to implement individualized treatment plans, monitor progress, and ensure safety and compliance. Asia is also a student worker for U-M Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and Disability and Accessibility Services. In her role as a peer educator, she conducts weekly presentations, holds workshops, and helps connect students to services. She is passionate about helping others, making a positive impact, and learning new things.

Asia is recognized by her supervisors and professors for her impressive intellect and character, as well as her tendency to go above and beyond. Her professor remarks, “Asia fits the profile of an engineer who is highly capable in the technical aspects of the field but can also look at problems through a wider lens, to consider ethics, responsibility, accessibility, and the potential impacts of new technology on vulnerable communities.” After earning her bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, Asia hopes to build on this perspective by pursuing a master’s degree in applied behavioral analysis and creating devices that will improve lives.

CEW+ applauds Asia’s persistence and dedication to helping others and names her an Irma M. Wyman Scholar.