Fall 2023

Juan José García Mesa

Dual passions attracted international grad to ASU

Without ASU’s generosity and commitment to balancing athletics and academics, international student Juan José García Mesa might not have embarked on his transformative journey toward earning a PhD in biological design at the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. Transferring from the University of Barcelona…

Audrey Schlichting stands on the ASU tarmac by an ASU plane

ASU honors graduate’s opportunities are taking flight

Audrey Schlichting’s future is soaring. Schlichting graduates from Arizona State University magna cum laude in December with two bachelor’s degrees — one in aeronautical management technology (professional flight) and another in engineering (mechanical engineering systems) from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering — and with honors from Barrett, The Honors College at ASU. She…

Zachary Norris portrait

Outstanding graduate launches structural engineering career

Zachary Norris is being honored by the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering as an Outstanding Graduate for his contributions to the community. Norris’ journey into engineering was kindled during high school when he worked as a bike mechanic. His fascination with mechanical systems evolved into a passion for understanding the practical applications of engineering. Read…

Samuel Watson graduation portrait in regalia on the ASU campus

Triple major graduates with plans to return to Vietnam after grad school

Samuel Watson knew he wanted to double-major in chemical engineering and economics at Arizona State University, but he couldn’t shake that feeling that something was missing — so he added a third degree, a Bachler of Arts in Asia studies. Read more on ASU News

Thomas Spencer portrait

Hacking club sparks cybersecurity success for ASU grad

Thomas Spencer originally decided to attend Arizona State University to study with his friends. He says it also turned out to be a “happy coincidence” that he was able to take advantage of the excellent cybersecurity program in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at ASU. Read more on ASU News

Anthony Liardo portrait

ASU and Uber Eats deliver degree to Impact Award winner

Anthony Liardo graduates from online electrical engineering program through ASU, Uber Eats partnership Read more on ASU News

Aidan Carson portrait

ASU civil engineering student earns Outstanding Graduate recognition

Aidan Carson’s journey into civil engineering started with his observation of a family friend’s surveying firm. “I was inspired by his love for his work and thought I would see if civil engineering was a good fit for me,” Carson says. His interest in the field led him to discover different facets of engineering including…