Momen Abdelkarim
Momen Abdelkarim is deeply inspired to leverage his skills in computer science to advance the common good, including founding an ASU chapter of PCs for Refugees.
Read MoreThe Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering recognizes students who have worked diligently to excel academically and contribute to advancing the Fulton Schools mission.
Each semester, the Fulton Schools selects members of the graduating class who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership and community service during their time as students. These exceptional students have excelled in research, public service, entrepreneurship and outreach.
Students chosen as Outstanding Graduates are honored for their exemplary academic performance and participation in activities that enhance their engineering skills. Impact Award winners are selected for their leadership, volunteer and service roles that have positively impacted the communities.
For some of these students, the path to graduation was riddled with unexpected turns, challenges or missteps. But through their perseverance, dedication and finding opportunities to perform outside the classroom, each of these graduates is leaving a lasting impact on the ASU community, Arizona and around the world.
Learn about the exceptional graduates of the Fall 2020 class below.
Momen Abdelkarim is deeply inspired to leverage his skills in computer science to advance the common good, including founding an ASU chapter of PCs for Refugees.
Read MoreStettler Anderson was involved in a variety of organizations, including the American Concrete Institute, Construction Managers Association of America, Association of Women in Construction and the Sigma Lambda Chi International Construction Honor Society.
Read MoreCintia Krueger Ceneviz plans to combine her engineering management skills with graduate study in data science to tackle some of the world’s most significant challenges.
Read MoreJeffrey Fallis is excited by the pace of change in technology development and wants to take his software engineering skills to the bleeding edge.
Read MoreVictoria Gonzalez values how the creativity inherent to industrial engineering will enable her to support industry in making important transitions seamlessly.
Read MoreSmita Gopalakrishnan applied the knowledge she learned in the classroom to real-world health care experiences. Whether in the research lab or as a volunteer, Smita wants to improve the life of others.
Read MoreDylan Haftings says his studies connected him to people who are passionate about the environment, inspiring him to use his education to help communities protect and restore their environmental health.
Read MoreJulia Hughes has always been passionate about technology and how it can aid people in both their personal and professional lives. Her new degree combines her love for technology with her business-related ambitions.
Read MoreRyan Laverdiere chose to pursue construction engineering because he enjoyed the design aspects of the field, and looks forward to a career in building design.
Read MoreBrooke Logan began her engineering journey at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Once at ASU, she became part of the NSF Academic Success and Professional Development Scholarship program and a volunteer at Sunshine Acres Children’s Home.
Read MoreMary McCready applied the drive she learned in the Marine Corps to simultaneously complete degrees in computer systems engineering and mathematics — all while working full time. She plans to continue her studies in the 4+1 program.
Read MoreWhen Benjamin Murphy was selecting a degree, he wanted to chose a field that was constantly evolving and an industry where he could make a difference. Engineering checked all of his boxes and ASU was at the top of his list.
Read MoreMichaela Pawlowski gained a wealth of valuable information working as an intern for Engineering Technical Services with hands-on, real-world experience. She’ll carry that knowledge into her role as a system administrator.
Read MoreRachel Scheller made the most of her time at ASU. A natural leader, she helped expand the student experience by creating a new organization the Graduate Society of Women Engineers.
Read MoreVeteran Clint Steiner wanted to select a degree program where he could make a positive impact on the community and the planet. The environmental and resource management program allowed him to do just that.
Read MoreKatie Vosler spent most of her undergraduate experience in a cockpit, several thousand feet above the ground, and she wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Read MoreAlexandra Wolff explored robotic, autonomous and interactive technologies in multiple labs, has co-authored research papers and is also influencing the next generation of engineers by leading STEM education events for girls.
Read MoreZion Basque is a good hacker. He has researched ways to improve cybersecurity and has earned international recognition. With his help, one of ASU’s hacking teams improved from being ranked 50th to 10th in the world.
Read MoreAfter successful projects at NASA, General Dynamics Mission Systems and The Boeing Company, Kathryn will have another achievement when her designs launch into outer space aboard a NASA telescope in 2025.
Read MoreInspired by his faculty mentors, Patric Bjotvedt helped shape the electrical engineering student body as a lead tutor and went on to manage a tutoring team. And his impressive work as an intern led him to a full-time position with the company.
Read MoreThe human connections Augustus Crosby made at ASU ended up being one of his biggest takeaways.
Read MorePooja Addla Hari thrived as an undergraduate student in the technological entrepreneurship and management degree program and her future in entrepreneurship is off to a bright start already.
Read MoreSean Keller is an honor student who sees the bigger picture of engineering. After graduation, he plans to use law to help electrical engineers reach their full potential.
Read MoreThe growth mindset Adwith Malpe developed at ASU was a key discovery on his academic journey, especially when it comes to the lesson of not shying away from mistakes.
Read MoreSinjini Mitra is an international graduate student who says she learned as much about herself as she did electrical engineering during her studies at ASU.
Read MoreRichard Rigby says mentoring fellow students as a peer career coach for the Fulton Schools Career Center was among the most rewarding experiences of his undergraduate years.
Read MoreWith a degree in engineering management, Emilia Sobczak is ready to help people overcome obstacles and make positive changes in society.
Read MoreAs a student, Donn Watson led efforts to aid the homeless and mentor at-risk youngsters. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in electrical engineering and a doctoral degree in engineering education.
Read MoreAfter successful projects at NASA, General Dynamics Mission Systems and The Boeing Company, Kathryn will have another achievement when her designs launch into outer space aboard a NASA telescope in 2025.
Read MoreSmita Gopalakrishnan applied the knowledge she learned in the classroom to real-world health care experiences. Whether in the research lab or as a volunteer, Smita wants to improve the life of others.
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