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 #10 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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Alumni Email Service
Unlock your exclusive @ucsd.edu inbox as Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni! Take advantage of this special benefit with a professional email address tied to your alma mater.
​​​​​Contact the Alumni officeÌýfor additional information.
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Jacobs ​​School Job & Internship Portal
The Corporate Affiliates Program provides our engineers and computer scientists access to career opportunities brought 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.
AUGUST | Triton Leaders Conference, Regional Events
Triton Leaders Conference
- Description:ÌýJoin us on Saturday, August 9, as alumni leaders, dynamic speakers and changemakers unite for an energizing day of impact and connection.
- Date and Time: August 8-9, 2025
- Location: Â鶹´«Ã½ Division of Extended Studies (La Jolla Campus)
Computer Science and Engineering Summer Picnic in Seattle
- Description: Connect with fellow CSE alumni living and working in the Greater Seattle region!
- Date and Time: Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 11 to 2 p.m.
- Location: Sony Pictures Studios, Culver City, CA
Computer Science and Engineering Summer Picnic in the Bay Area
- Description: Connect with fellow CSE alumni living and working in the Bay Area!
- Date and Time: Sunday, August 17, 2025 from 12 to 3 p.m.
- Location: TBD
Computer Science and Engineering Summer Picnic in the San Diego
- Description: Connect with fellow CSE alumni living and working in the San Diego!
- Date and Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 11 to 2 p.m.
- Location: Â鶹´«Ã½ (Atkinson Courtyard)
SEPTEMBER | To be determined
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OCTOBER | Illustrious Alumni Awards, Regional Events
Triton Wave Makers in New York
- Description: Connect with fellow Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni and hear from fascinating panelists on current issues.
- Date and Time: Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Triton Wave Makers in the Bay Area
- Description: Connect with fellow Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni and hear from fascinating panelists on current issues.
- Date and Time: Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Location: TBDÌý
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Illustrious Alumni Awards in Los Angeles
- Description:ÌýJoin us as we celebrate the excellence of our alumni during this special evening in Los Angeles.
- Date and Time: Tuesday, October 14 from 6 to 9 p.m.
- Location: Sony Studios in Culver City, CA
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NOVEMBER | Homecoming
Homecoming
- Description: From reunions to athletics events, there's something for everyone at this year's Homecoming!
- Date: November 8, 2025
- Location: Â鶹´«Ã½ (various)
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Jacobs School Alumni and Friends Picnic
- Description: Join the second annual Homecoming picnic at the Jacobs School of Engineering, and reunite with friends and fellow alumni.
- Date: November 8, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m.
- Location: Â鶹´«Ã½ Warren Mall
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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, now known as Lancers LEAP, with numerous multidisciplinary projects. 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
Â鶹´«Ã½ 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 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
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Meet Phuong Truong: alumna, lecturer, adjunct faculty, education specialist, and mom
June 30, 2025
Phuong Truong has done it all at Â鶹´«Ã½: from an undergraduate student in structural engineering, to master’s and doctoral degrees in mechanical engineering and now an adjunct lecturer and education specialist, Truong has been a strong presence at the Jacobs School of Engineering for more than a decade. Full Story
May 8, 2025
Breakthroughs often begin with simple curiosities. In this Q&A, engineering alumnus Cyrus Rustomji, Ph.D. ’15, reflects on how his ponderings about a can of compressed air, along with support from the university ecosystem and federal funding, fueled an innovation in battery technology that is solving tough challenges for U.S. private and public sectors.
Top 10, Yet Again
April 8, 2025
The Jacobs School of Engineering has ranked the #10 best in the nation in the influential U.S. News & World Report Rankings of Best Engineering Schools. Among public engineering schools, the Jacobs School ranks #6 best engineering school in the nation. Full Story
February 28, 2025
Three members of our Jacobs School community have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). Congratulations to Robert W. Heath Jr., Richard Sandstrom and Doug Cameron.
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.