Alumni
Welcome to the Jacobs School of Engineering alumni page
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WELCOME
As a graduate of Â鶹´«Ã½'s Irwin and Joan Jacobs School of Engineering, ranked #11 in the top engineering schools nationally, you are a part of our vast network ofÌývisionaries, 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.
NETWORK AND GROW
Tritons Connect
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Tritons Connect is an online community of Â鶹´«Ã½ 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 ourÌýCorporate Partners. Create a profile on theÌýJacobs 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 , or staying involved in our vibrant alumni community through aÌýÌýor anÌý. Check out our current line-up of events below.
JANUARY | Regional Events
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Â鶹´«Ã½ Mixer at JPM2025
January 12, 2025Ìýat 6:00 PMÌý–Ìý9:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 5:00 PMÌý–Ìý8:00 PMÌýPT
Fifty One
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a happy hour and hosted appetizers.
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FEBRUARY | Online, Local, Regional Events
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New York Regional Club: Lunar New Year Celebration
February 04, 2025Ìýat 6:00 PMÌý–Ìý8:00 PMÌýET
Pier 57 Oyster Classroom
Learn and play Hong Kong Style Mahjong while enjoying dumplings with fellow alumni.
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Â鶹´«Ã½ Alumni Board Public Meeting
February 07, 2025Ìýat 11:00 AMÌý–Ìý12:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 6:00 PMÌý–Ìý8:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 5:00 PMÌý–Ìý7:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 5:30 PMÌý– 7:00 PMÌýPT
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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Â鶹´«Ã½ Alumni and Friends Reception in San Francisco
February 17, 2025Ìýat 5:00 PMÌý–Ìý8:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 4:00 PMÌý–Ìý6:00 PMÌýPT
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, 2025Ìýat 6:30 PMÌý–Ìý8:30 PMÌýPT
Price Center West - Marshall Room
At this event, current Â鶹´«Ã½ 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, 2025Ìýat 12:00 PMÌý–Ìý1:00 PMÌýET
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, 2025Ìýat 4:00 PMÌý–Ìý7:00 PMÌýPT
Dough Zone Dumpling House Harbor Steps
Enjoy a relaxed evening with hosted appetizers while networking with Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni in the area.
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Â鶹´«Ã½ Men's Basketball vs Hawai'i
February 22, 2025Ìýat 7:00 PMÌý–Ìý10:00 PMÌýPT
Liontree ArenaCelebrate 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, 2025Ìýat 7:00 PMÌý–Ìý10:00 PMÌýPT
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.
MARCH - Regional, Virtual, Awards
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Washington, D.C. Regional Club: Alumni Happy Hour
March 04, 2025Ìýat 6:30 PMÌý–Ìý8:30 PMÌýET
Ella's Wood Fired Kitchen
Join us for a fun opportunity to network and build our alumni community in Washington D.C.!
- New York Regional Club: Tritons Take Off-Broadway featuring Cody Sloan
March 04, 2025Ìýat 7:00 PMÌý–Ìý9:00 PMÌýET
Pershing Square
Enjoy a night at the theater and support Triton alum Cody Sloan '21.
Ìý - Taiwan Regional Club: Triton 5K Hike
March 08, 2025Ìýat 9:45 AMÌý–Ìý2:00 PMÌýTT
Chili's Dazhi
Join fellow alumni for a 5K hike in Taipei followed by lunch!
Ìý - Seattle Regional Club: Movie Night
March 14, 2025Ìýat 7:30 PMÌý–Ìý10:00 PMÌýPT
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".
Ìý - Silicon Valley Regional Club: Happy Hour
March 20, 2025Ìýat 6:30 PMÌý–Ìý8:30 PMÌýPT
Steins Beer Garden & Restaurant
Join fellow Triton's for the first Silicon Valley Club happy hour of 2025!
- Los Angeles Regional Club: Autry Museum of the American West Museum Tour
March 23, 2025Ìýat 1:00 PMÌý–Ìý3:00 PMÌýPT
Autry Museum of the American West
Ìý - Illustrious Alumni Awards: New York
March 27, 2025Ìýat 6:00 PMÌý–Ìý10:00 PMÌýET
Current, The Pier Sixty Collection
APRIL - Regional, Awards
- Illustrious Alumni Awards: Bay Area
​​April 23, 2025Ìýat 6:00 PMÌý–Ìý10:00 PMÌýPT
Julia Morgan Ballroom
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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.
Shraddha Chaplot ‘08, a Â鶹´«Ã½ alumna and former electrical engineer, has become a transformative leader in education through her innovative approach to learning.
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
Keep up with Dean Al P. Pisano and the latest research breakthroughs, recognitions and other great stories at the Jacobs School.
See what the campus and fellow Tritons are up to. You'll find stories, accomplishments and more in the Â鶹´«Ã½ Magazine.
GET IN TOUCH
Tritons and friends,
Extending warm greetings to you. It is a privilege to serve Â鶹´«Ã½ and our alumni in my role as the Director of Alumni Relations.
My commitment is to bolster the bond between alumni and Â鶹´«Ã½ long after graduation. I aim to build connections with alumni andÌýfind 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 email,ÌýÌýorÌýÌýto share your story and interests. Go Tritons!
Warmly,
Jesse De La Trinidad
Director of Alumni Relations
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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 theÌý. Students who have demonstrated excellent academic merit from all backgrounds, including underserved communities, will be empowered to excel in their pursuit of education.
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CONTACT US
We are here to help you create a legacy of support. Get in touch with our teamÌýto discuss your giving options, including one-time or recurring gifts, estate gifts, and gifts of stock and other assets.
NEWS
January 23, 2025
Researchers led by electrical engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a better way to perform the comparative analysis of entire genomes. This approach can be used to study relationships between different species across geological time scales.
December 12, 2024
The UC Presidential Medal, the University of California’s highest honor, will be presented to San Diego-based philanthropist and business leader Irwin Jacobs, and in honor of his late wife and community leader, Joan, in recognition of their positive impact in education, health care, technology, the arts and more. UC President Dr. Michael V. Drake will present the medals at the Â鶹´«Ã½ Chancellor’s Medal Awards in March 2025.
October 3, 2024
Students at a Chula Vista high school now have the opportunity to take an award-winning, hands-on electrical engineering course right at their own school, during their school day. It's part of our effort to expand earlier access to engineering concepts and skills.
July 3, 2024
Grayson Deysher, a recent PhD graduate from the Â鶹´«Ã½ Materials Science and Engineering program and advised by Professor Shirley Meng, is the first author on a new paper in Nature Energy that describes creation of the world’s first anode-free sodium solid-state battery.
Alumna-led Giving Day challenge encourages support for Jacobs School of Engineering students
May 13, 2024
Sally Schoberg earned a degree in Applied Physics and Information Science (APIS) – what today would be electrical and computer engineering – from Â鶹´«Ã½ in 1972. More than five decades later, she continues to recognize the value of her degree, and is motivated to ensure the next generation of engineering students has the same opportunities she was afforded. Full Story