Celebrating the Class of 2026
Class of 2026, you've done something truly remarkable. Years of hard work, late nights and hard-won breakthroughs have brought you to this moment — and we consider it an honor to have been part of your journey.
To our newest electrical and computer engineering alumni: the faculty and staff couldn't be more proud of what you've accomplished or more excited about what lies ahead. Enjoy a well-earned summer, and know that we'll be cheering you on every step of the way.
Read the ECE Class of 2026 Yearbook
Michael Wu
Thomas R. Brown Leadership Chair and Department Head
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Dear Graduates,
It is with great pride and excitement that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the outstanding Class of 2026 in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Earning a degree in engineering is a remarkable accomplishment. You conquered challenging coursework, long nights in labs, ambitious design projects, and navigated discoveries that expanded your skills and strengthened your character. Through every challenge, you demonstrated resilience, determination and a commitment to excellence.
You are graduating at a transformative moment in technology. Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, software continues to redefine how we live and work, and advances in computing, semiconductors, communications, and intelligent systems are creating new possibilities every day. The world needs engineers who can innovate responsibly and lead with technical expertise and creativity.
This year also marks an exciting chapter for the department. Alongside our long-standing excellence in electrical and computer engineering, we continue to expand our reach in computer science and engineering, and software engineering. Together, these programs create a unique ecosystem that spans the full technology stack – from hardware and systems to algorithms, AI and software.
As you begin your next chapter – whether in industry, academia, entrepreneurship, or public service, I encourage you to remain curious, courageous, and collaborative. Continue learning, embrace opportunities, and use your talents to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Please stay connected with your alma mater. We look forward to hearing about your accomplishments and welcoming you back as alumni, mentors and proud Wildcats.
To your families, friends, and supporters: thank you for helping make this achievement possible.
Congratulations again, Class of 2026. We cannot wait to see what you accomplish next.
Bear Down!
Awards and Acknowledgements
Outstanding Students
Each semester, the College of Engineering honors outstanding students who are nominated by their professors and department heads.
Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Briana Curley
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Megan Zupancic
Software Engineering
Outstanding Graduate Student
Sujan Ghimire
Software Engineering
Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant
Alex Romero-Lozano
Electrical and Computer Engineering
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.
Omar Perez
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Annie Thiel
Software Engineering
Megan Zupancic
Software Engineering
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.
Outstanding Faculty
Tosiron Adegbija
Director of Graduate Studies
Thomas R. Brown Endowed Fellow
Associate Professor
Outstanding Faculty
Kay Thamvichai
Professor of Practice
Outstanding Staff
Tami Whelan
Graduate Academic Advisor
Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant
Md Muhtasim Alam Chowdhury
PhD Student
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