The 1979 UB graduate, Dean's Advisory Council chair and GlobalFoundries executive was honored by the UB Engineering and Applied Sciences Alumni Association.
The Los Angeles Times photographer will be awarded UB's highest honor at the first of two SEAS graduate commencement ceremonies.
UB interviewed Allen about her role and experience working with NASA, and her advice for women pursuing a career in engineering.
Thanks to a $2.5 million grant renewal, the program will continue to support students of color pursuing STEM degrees.
A 1955 graduate of UB’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jack believed deeply in the transformative power of an education.
Highlights include making hydrogen fuel cell less expensive and keeping bridges open after earthquakes.
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