Cleatus Built His Chemical Engineering Journey from Childhood Curiosity to Environmental Impact

Cleatus Oakes’s case study is a blueprint for students who don’t just want to study science—they want to use it. From childhood Lego sets to environmental engineering research, his journey shows how hands-on exploration can evolve into mission-driven purpose. If you're trying to figure out how to turn personal curiosity into a focused, real-world impact, Cleatus’s story is a must-read. It’s about more than just getting into Caltech—it’s about building a path with both depth and direction that colleges will notice.