Michael Wu, Department Head
Electrical and Computer Engineering

Dear graduates,

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With boundless pride and elation, I extend my sincerest congratulations to the exceptional Class of 2024 in Electrical and 

Computer Engineering! As you stand poised at the threshold of a new chapter, holding your BS, MS and PhD degrees aloft, I hope you will pause and reflect on the remarkable journey that has led you to this momentous occasion.

Your time at the University of Arizona has been characterized by hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence. Completing the rigorous ECE program marks a significant milestone in your academic odyssey and mastery of a dynamic academic landscape. Electrical and computer engineering is shaped by the relentless march of technology, evolving societal needs, and the convergence of diverse disciplines. 

Throughout your academic voyage, you have traversed a breadth of subjects, from circuits to programming, from signal theory to complex computing systems, and from foundational algorithms to cutting-edge AI technologies. In tackling formidable challenges, you have not merely expanded the boundaries of innovation but also exhibited an unquenchable thirst for knowledge in this ever-evolving field. 

As you receive your well-earned diplomas, recognize that you are not only graduates but also torchbearers of ingenuity and perseverance.

As you embark on the next phase of your journey – whether it be pursuing further studies, entering the workforce, or blazing new trails as entrepreneurs – remember the invaluable lessons you have learned within these hallowed halls. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, continue to cultivate your passion for innovation, and never underestimate the power of collaboration and teamwork for overcoming real-world obstacles. 

The world eagerly awaits the contributions that each of you will make as engineers, innovators, and global citizens. Your technical prowess, coupled with your integrity and compassion, will undoubtedly shape the future of technology and drive positive change in society. Know that the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering stands behind you, cheering you on every step of the way.

Congratulations, Class of 2024! May your futures be bright, your endeavors fruitful, and your impact everlasting.

Bear Down!

Warm regards,

Michael Wu, PhD, Fellow of IEEE
Kenneth Von Behren Professor and Department Head 
Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Arizona

Awards and Acknowledgements

Outstanding Students

Each semester, the College of Engineering honors outstanding students who are nominated by their professors and department heads.

ECE Engineering Ambassadors

Engineering Ambassadors share information about the College and their passion for Engineering – all from a student’s perspective. They are chosen based on their outstanding academic performance, involvement in research and internships, leadership experiences, and enthusiasm for engineering and education.

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Raghad Alabagi

Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering 
Hometown: Tucson, Tucson, AZ (Pima Community College)
Undergraduate highlights: 

• MSA (Muslim Student Association)

Plans after graduation: Raghad plans to complete her ECE masters program at UA.

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Jaret Rickel

Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering 
Minor: Statistics and Data Science
Hometown: Tucson, AZ (Basis Tucson North High School)
Undergraduate Highlights:

• Tau Beta Pi
• SpaceTREx laboratory

Plans after graduation: Right now Jaret has an operations role at Amazon.

Awards for Excellent Performance at the Student Interface

The annual Student Interface Awards for Excellence honor ECE faculty, staff and teaching assistants who support our students by making them feel they are essential and valued members of the university community.

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