Alumni

Welcome to the Jacobs School of Engineering alumni page

 

WELCOME

As a graduate of UC San Diego's Irwin and Joan Jacobs School of Engineering, ranked #11 in the top engineering schools nationally, you are a part of our vast network of visionaries, problem solvers, and trailblazers, shaping industries and driving progress worldwide. Our engineering alumni community, now over 48,000 and continuously growing, remains closely knit no matter where life takes you.

If it's been a while since you last connected, this is an ideal place to start. The alumni office at the Jacobs School is here as your gateway to get involved. Whether you are looking to reunite with fellow Tritons, contribute your time and expertise, or access resources, there's a team ready to support you.

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NETWORK AND GROW

Tritons Connect
 

Tritons Connect is an online community of UC San Diego alumni, students, staff and faculty. It's a Triton exclusive network where you can be matched with a mentor, post and apply for job opportunities, join a community group, access a directory of Triton community members, and so much more!

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Career Center Alumni Resources

As you think about what's to come in your professional journey, remember the Career Center can be one part of your strategy. Working with thousands of students and alumni every year, the Career Center understands the trends and has likely experienced or helped with whatever challenge you're facing.

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Jacobs ​​School Job & Internship Portal

Jacobs School alumni are sought after by industry leaders for their engineering knowledge and abilities. The Corporate Affiliates Program provides you access to career opportunities brought to you by our Corporate Partners. Create a profile on the Jacobs School Job & Internship Portal, and explore current job openings.

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Master of Advanced Studies

Offering three highly critical engineering master's programs tailored to the needs of working, engineering professionals and industry needs, the Master of Advanced Studies degree program allows for students to continue working while earning their master's in an in-class academic environment.

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GET INVOLVED

All across the globe, Tritons are networking at one of our signature events, or staying involved in our vibrant alumni community through a regional alumni club or an affinity group. Check out our current line-up of events below.

  • UC San Diego Mixer at JPM2025

    January 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT

    STEM Kitchen + Garden

    Gather with alumni and friends in downtown San Francisco before the start of the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference.

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  • Los Angeles Regional Club: Lunar New Year Mixer

    January 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT

    Fifty One

    Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a happy hour and hosted appetizers.

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  • New York Regional Club: Lunar New Year Celebration

    February 04, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET

    Pier 57 Oyster Classroom

    Learn and play Hong Kong Style Mahjong while enjoying dumplings with fellow alumni.

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  • UC San Diego Alumni Board Public Meeting

    February 07, 2025 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT

    Zoom Meeting

    Receive an update from the Alumni Board on their activities and initiatives.

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  • Jacobs School Alumni in Seattle

    February 07, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT

    The Nest Rooftop Bar

    Meet and mingle with engineering alumni living in Seattle and the Puget Sound.

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  • Triton Pregame Celebration at UC Irvine

    February 08, 2025 at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT

    Newkirk Alumni Center

    Enjoy food and drinks with fellow Triton alumni before watching the men's basketball team take on UC Irvine.

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  • Entrepreneurial Journey Alumni Speaker Series: Navigating Global Entrepreneurial Opportunities with Nathan Klarer

    February 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM PT

    AL21 Suite, Institute for the Global Entrepreneur, Franklin Antonio Hall

    Dive into a discussion around the landscape of global trade and investment with alumnus Nathan Klarer '14.

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  • UC San Diego Alumni and Friends Reception in San Francisco

    February 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT

    San Francisco Marriott Marquis

    Join alumni and friends at the 2025 International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) for an evening of networking and insights from distinguished alumnus Chad R. Walsh, '91.

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  • The Basement 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

    February 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT

    Join us as we kick off a year-long anniversary celebration with tours, prizes, cake, and meaningful connections. Come celebrate a decade of innovation and community.

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  • CLAC Alumni Day

    February 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PT

    Price Center West - Marshall Room

    At this event, current UC San Diego undergraduate students will have the opportunity to ask questions and network with alumni.

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  • UC ALUMNI CAREER NETWORK | Charting a Green Career: Insights from Environmental Industry Leaders

    February 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET

    Explore diverse career paths in environmental science, from sustainability to research. UC alumni will share their experiences, strategies for navigating trends, making career pivots, and overcoming challenges.

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  • Seattle Regional Club: February Happy Hour Mixer

    February 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT

    Dough Zone Dumpling House Harbor Steps

    Enjoy a relaxed evening with hosted appetizers while networking with UC San Diego alumni in the area.

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  • UC San Diego Men's Basketball vs Hawai'i

    February 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT

    Liontree Arena

    Celebrate your Triton pride with a King Triton Bobblehead giveaway and cheer on the team as they compete against Hawai’i!

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  • Los Angeles Regional Club: Basketball Watch Party

    February 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT

    Busby's West

    Join the Los Angeles Regional Club for a men's basketball watch party as the Tritons take on the Matadors of Cal State Northridge.

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  • Washington, D.C. Regional Club: Alumni Happy Hour

    March 04, 2025 at 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET

    Ella's Wood Fired Kitchen

    Join us for a fun opportunity to network and build our alumni community in Washington D.C.!

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  • New York Regional Club: Tritons Take Off-Broadway featuring Cody Sloan

    March 04, 2025 at 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET

    Pershing Square

    Enjoy a night at the theater and support Triton alum Cody Sloan '21.

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  • Taiwan Regional Club: Triton 5K Hike

    March 08, 2025 at 9:45 AM – 2:00 PM TT

    Chili's Dazhi

    Join fellow alumni for a 5K hike in Taipei followed by lunch!

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  • Seattle Regional Club: Movie Night

    March 14, 2025 at 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM PT

    Level Seattle - South Lake Union

    Get ready for movie night! We'll be watching the Netflix Documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut".

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  • Silicon Valley Regional Club: Happy Hour

    March 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PT

    Steins Beer Garden & Restaurant

    Join fellow Triton's for the first Silicon Valley Club happy hour of 2025!

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  • Los Angeles Regional Club: Autry Museum of the American West Museum Tour

    March 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT

    Autry Museum of the American West

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  • Triton Table Talk | Leadership Principles to Succeed in Business, Sports, and Life

    March 25, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT

    Whether you're an aspiring leader, a seasoned executive, an athlete, or someone committed to personal growth, this conversation will offer actionable strategies to help you lead with confidence and purpose.

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  • Illustrious Alumni Awards: New York

    March 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET

    Current, The Pier Sixty Collection

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  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering 60th Anniversary

    ​​April 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM – 5:15 PM PT

    UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering

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  • Legal Bootcamp for Startups with Wilson Sonsini

    ​​April 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM PT

    UC San Diego Design and Innovation Building

    Join Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, a leader in the representation of life science innovation and technology, as we bring an exclusive boot camp to our entrepreneurial ecosystem. This intensive half-day program is designed for those in the process of —or considering—starting a new venture. Learn from our featured speakers as they cover topics ranging from corporate formation and financing to intellectual property and patent strategies.

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  • Illustrious Alumni Awards: Bay Area

    ​​April 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT

    Julia Morgan Ballroom

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  • Life After Graduation: Choosing Your Path Forward

    ​​April 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT

    Graduation marks an exciting new chapter, but deciding what comes next can feel overwhelming. Should you dive into your career, pursue graduate school, or take time to explore a gap year? Join us for an insightful virtual conversation designed to help you navigate these pivotal decisions with clarity and confidence.

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  • 43rd Annual Research Expo

    ​​April 30, 2025 at 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM PT

    Atkinson Courtyard, UC San Diego

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  • Triton Giving Day

    April 30, 2025

    Online

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ALUMNI STORIES

Triton engineers are everywhere, and so is their impact. Read stories from fellow alumni, learn what they do and how they are making the world a better place. Read more on the Jacobs School Alumni Stories page.

After transitioning from a technology career, Chaplot founded Playful Ponderies and has led partnerships with several California schools, including Drew School in San Francisco, Saint Francis High School in Mountain View, and York School in Monterey.

Her educational philosophy centers on creating real-world, experiential learning opportunities that empower students to discover their potential and purpose. At each institution, Chaplot developed groundbreaking programs that connect students with industry professionals, enabling them to work on meaningful projects across diverse fields like robotics, mental health, sustainability and design. Her signature approach involves personalized learning experiences that challenge students to think beyond traditional classroom boundaries.

Chaplot’s notable achievements include expanding Drew’s engineering enrollment fourfold, establishing the Innovation @ Saint Francis program with numerous multidisciplinary projects, and launching the Plant A Seed AgTech initiative at York School. Chaplot’s impact is evident through the testimonials of her former students and partners, who describe her as an inspirational educator who instills confidence, curiosity and passion for problem-solving.

Her current mission is to scale her educational model across more high schools, emphasizing that every individual can contribute to society. Chaplot continues to champion her vision of empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators through purposeful, hands-on education.

Read more of Shraddha's story

IN THE KNOW

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Keep up with Dean Al P. Pisano and the latest research breakthroughs, recognitions and other great stories at the Jacobs School.

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See what the campus and fellow Tritons are up to. You'll find stories, accomplishments and more in the UC San Diego Magazine.


GET IN TOUCH

Tritons and friends,

Extending warm greetings to you. It is a privilege to serve UC San Diego and our alumni in my role as the Director of Alumni Relations.

My commitment is to bolster the bond between alumni and UC San Diego long after graduation. I aim to build connections with alumni and find ways to connect them to the campus, provide them with information and news, recognize their accomplishments, and involve them in our community through events and more.

Along with engagement, I also lead efforts to build and sustain philanthropic opportunities that support the Jacobs School of Engineering in ways that are meaningful to our alumni and their families.

I invite you to connect with me by emailLinkedIn or Tritons Connect to share your story and interests. Go Tritons!

Warmly,

Jesse De La Trinidad
Director of Alumni Relations
UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering


SUPPORT A CAUSE

The gifts we receive from our alumni, regardless of size, have an immediate impact on our community. These contributions provide students with access to top-tier education and facilities, accelerate research, and establish scholarships and fellowships. Philanthropy truly makes a difference, and you can be a part of it.

By making a gift to the Jacobs School of Engineering, you can support the department, program or initiative of your choice.

Support scholarships and fellowships for students

Alumni continue to have a lifelong impact and influence on the university. Support students, both undergraduate and graduate, by making a donation to the Dean's Scholars of Excellence Fund. Students who have demonstrated excellent academic merit from all backgrounds, including underserved communities, will be empowered to excel in their pursuit of education.


CONTACT US

We are here to help you create a legacy of support. Get in touch with our team to discuss your giving options, including one-time or recurring gifts, estate gifts, and gifts of stock and other assets.


NEWS


News Obituary: Y.C. Bert Fung

News Obituary: Y.C. Bert Fung

December 20, 2019

Yuan-Cheng “Bert” Fung, known as “the father of biomechanics” and one of the founders of the discipline of bioengineering at the University of California San Diego, passed away Dec. 15, 2019 of natural causes. He was 100. Full Story


Understanding and Combating the Economic Pull of Cybercrime

Understanding and Combating the Economic Pull of Cybercrime

November 27, 2019

Neha Chachra works as an Engineering Manager at Facebook, where she has been employed since 2016, leading a team that protects Facebook against abusive links, protecting the platform from harmful URLs that expose users to phishing, spamming and malware. The work is a natural progression of her research and interests at UC San Diego, where she received her Ph.D. in 2015. Full Story


UC San Diego Institute for the Global Entrepreneur launches Medtech Accelerator, Shah Family Fellowships, and Founders Fund

UC San Diego Institute for the Global Entrepreneur launches Medtech Accelerator, Shah Family Fellowships, and Founders Fund

November 21, 2019

During its inaugural showcase, the Institute for the Global Entrepreneur announced it’s launching a new MedTech Accelerator, as well as the Shah Family Entrepreneur Fellowship, and a new IGE Founders Fund, seeded with an initial $1 million philanthropic gift from the Legler Benbough Foundation. Full Story


Franklin Antonio Hall Groundbreaking Celebration

Franklin Antonio Hall Groundbreaking Celebration

November 21, 2019

The University of California San Diego celebrated the groundbreaking of its newest engineering building, Franklin Antonio Hall, on Friday. The building is designed for active learning, collaborative research and the transfer of innovation to society.  Full Story


I Sit in the Red Chair Because...

I Sit in the Red Chair Because...

November 21, 2019

They came in droves to sit in the Red Chair–graduate students, undergrads, faculty, staff, deans, the chancellor. They came to express their thoughts on diversity—and the results were powerful.“I sit so that one day every student can look at their classroom and see people who are like them,” said undergrad Joyaan Bhesania."I sit for my ancestors who could not,” said Becky Petitt, Vice Chancellor of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. “And I'm grateful that they opened doors for me to be able to sit here.” Full Story


Bioengineering Pioneer Y.C. Bert Fung Turns 100

Bioengineering Pioneer Y.C. Bert Fung Turns 100

October 3, 2019

Thousands of professors, engineers, scientists and students around the world work in the field of biomechanics, the study of physics and mechanics applied to living tissues. But they are all somehow connected to Professor Y.C. “Bert” Fung at the University of California San Diego. Some use Fung’s findings in their work. Others were trained by or worked with Fung’s students. A core group studied directly under him. Fung realized that physics and mechanics apply to living tissues just as they do to manmade structures. He is often referred to as “the father of biomechanics.” Full Story


App allows inspectors to find gas pump skimmers faster

App allows inspectors to find gas pump skimmers faster

August 14, 2019

A team of computer scientists at UC San Diego and the University of Illinois has developed an app that allows state and federal inspectors to detect devices that steal consumer credit and debit card data at gas pumps. The devices, known as skimmers, use Bluetooth to transmit the data they steal. Full Story


In memory of Robert Hecht-Nielsen, an influential neuroscientist, entrepreneur and UC San Diego professor

In memory of Robert Hecht-Nielsen, an influential neuroscientist, entrepreneur and UC San Diego professor

July 1, 2019

Robert Hecht-Nielsen was an influential neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and electrical engineering professor at the University of California San Diego. He passed away in his sleep on May 26, 2019 in Del Mar, Calif. He was 71 years old. A pioneer in the development of neural networks, Hecht-Nielsen authored the first textbook on the subject, Neurocomputing, in 1989.  Full Story


How UCSD changed my life and might change your life too: A Q&A with ECE alumnus Dan Chang

How UCSD changed my life and might change your life too: A Q&A with ECE alumnus Dan Chang

June 10, 2019

Dan Chang feels that he left the world a better place after his 30 years in industry and credits his time at UC San Diego with putting him on that path.  He is passionate about ensuring that our current engineering students know that they are capable of doing more than making a lot of money with their degree.  Full Story


Engineering Students Find New, Unexpected Careers in Biomedicine

Engineering Students Find New, Unexpected Careers in Biomedicine

May 28, 2019

Two years ago, as fourth-year undergraduate students majoring in engineering, Yan Gong and Lu Xu had no idea they were about to enter the world of biomedicine. They were in a circuits class when their professor recommended them for positions in Imanuel Lerman’s lab, which was searching for students to help with developing a treatment for chronic pain. One of their first meetings with Lerman was at a hospital where Lerman,  associate professor with UC San Diego’s Department of Anesthesiology, asked the two students to solve an issue with interference that was jamming his medical research neurotechnology devices. Without his tools, he couldn’t accurately measure his patients’ physiological responses to a novel neurotechnology he hoped would dampen their responses to pain. Full Story


Two Jacobs School alumni to be recognized at UC San Diego Alumni Awards Celebration

Two Jacobs School alumni to be recognized at UC San Diego Alumni Awards Celebration

May 23, 2019

Taner Halicioglu, a computer science alumnus, will be recognized as Outstanding Alumnus during the 2019 Alumni Awards Celebration Weekend, May 31 to June 2. True Xiong, an electrical and computer engineering alumnus, will be recognized as a Changemaker. Full Story


UC San Diego Giving Day

UC San Diego Giving Day

May 15, 2019

The challenge is on! UC San Diego is hosting its inaugural Giving Day for 1,960 minutes on Thursday, May 16 with a goal of bringing the university community together to create collective impact. To make Giving Day a bit more fun, several generous donors have created matching gift challenges for Jacobs School of Engineering projects. Full Story


Anticancer vaccines, natural language for computers, and multifunctional materials take center stage at UC San Diego Research Expo

Anticancer vaccines, natural language for computers, and multifunctional materials take center stage at UC San Diego Research Expo

March 14, 2019

The University of California San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering was just ranked the #11 graduate engineering program in the country by US News. Hear from more than 200 of these talented graduate students as they present their research at the 38th annual Jacobs School Research Expo, a showcase of the top engineering and computer science work underway at UC San Diego. Full Story


Training Clinical Engineers

Training Clinical Engineers

February 4, 2019

UC San Diego's Clinical Bioengineering course offers undergraduate engineering students hands-on learning experience to solve clinical problems. The course reflects the Institute of Engineering in Medicine's mission to connect engineers with physicians to produce medical innovations. Full Story


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