Aaron Riddle is a Mechanical Engineering major at the University of Central Florida. He was drawn to UCF for its strong engineering program and the career opportunities available in the vibrant city of Orlando. Initially uncertain about his academic path, Aaron found direction through the COMPASS Career Planning class, where the Career Planning instructor helped him gain essential professional skills and build meaningful connections. His involvement in Math Launch and the EXCEL program further supported his academic foundation. These experiences led to an internship at Siemens Energy, which was secured after the COMPASS instructor encouraged him to go to a career fair. Aaron is also the Vice President and Co-founder of Solar Knights Racing Inc., an engineering club dedicated to designing and building a full-size solar-powered racecar to compete in national events like the Formula Sun Grand Prix and the American Solar Challenge. His commitment to sustainable energy and innovation was recognized with the Florida Energy Workforce Consortium (FEWC) Scholarship in June 2025.