Meet Our Students and Alumni

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Undergraduate Students

“I enjoy how research-oriented the professors are, and how open they are to working with undergraduates.”
9/17/24
Alex Liu
Computer science student
"I am passionate about helping others. Whether it be through engineering or volunteering my time or even giving people directions on campus, there’s such a gratification to know you may have made their lives at least a little bit better."
3/7/23
Angelique Jan Miane
Mechanical engineering student
"The SEAS Professional Development Blueprint has served as an invaluable reference, assisting me in making informed decisions on career preparation and graduate school."
12/14/22
Anoop Kiran
Aerospace engineering student
"The sense of community among the students is amazing. There are people I've known since freshman year that I still see every day, yet I always find new faces who are immediately welcomed into the engineering groups."
3/7/23
Auburn Schwartzmeyer
Mechanical engineering student
"It has always been easy to find study groups and like-minded individuals within the UB engineering community."
5/17/24
Boluwatife Ibitayo
Biomedical engineering student
"When I moved to the U.S. from India, pursuing a better education, I had to start from scratch. I am so grateful for the delightful and supportive group of people I have been blessed to know and love at UB and in Buffalo."
2/22/24
Esther Jose
Industrial engineering student
“I chose UB because it is a top SUNY school with a great engineering program and a lot of diversity.”
1/2/24
Esther Saula
Civil engineering student
“Thanks to these hands-on opportunities, I have been able to gain valuable experiences that have set me apart and have helped me earn internship offers for this upcoming summer.”
11/21/22
Fernando Ramos Siguenza
Mechanical and aerospace engineering student
“The professors are amazing, and are on the cutting edge of research in their field. The opportunities and knowledge you’re able to gain from them at Buffalo is astounding.”
6/17/22
Jimmy Harter
Aerospace engineering student
"UB’s engineering program teaches you real engineering processes right off the bat."
5/31/24
John Toftegaard
Biomedical engineering student
"I chose to go to UB because of the affordable cost for a high-quality education right here in Buffalo."
2/3/21
Kamal Patel
Biomedical Engineering
"Building a strong network of colleagues is one of the best things you can do in college. So get as involved in as many things as you can handle because the people you meet are the people that are going to follow you through college and you are only as strong as your network when it comes to jobs!"
12/9/21
Liam Christie
Electrical engineering student
“Through student clubs I have found a sense of community with people that motivate me and inspire me every day. ”
9/17/24
Lisa Kanbur
Computer science student
“Join a club, society, or Greek organization at UB. The sense of community changed my entire college experience for the better.”
1/18/22
Madison Ciccarella
Mechanical engineering student
"I am particularly passionate about effecting change within the prosthetics field by getting better quality prosthetics for amputees."
4/17/23
Marie Ettien
Biomedical engineering student
"There is a sense of camaraderie among the engineering students that makes it feel like you are going to class with 200 friends rather than strangers."
5/31/24
Max Magee
Aerospace engineering student
“Being a part of a sorority of women in engineering has been an empowering experience.”
12/14/22
Megan Cassidy
Environmental engineering student
"My experience in Dr. Xia's lab made me interested in imaging technology, which is something I hope to continue with in my professional career."
3/26/21
Purvi Patel
Biomedical engineering student
“I chose UB for its location and because it offers a great engineering program for an affordable price.”
8/24/22
Riley Blasiak
Civil and environmental engineering student
"My favorite part about the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers is the amount of career opportunities that come with being involved with the club."
9/17/24
Sebastian Cisneros
Computer science student
"I think the best way to grow as an engineer is to apply the concepts that are learned in courses, and go above and beyond the curriculum through projects."
4/17/23
Shardul Nitin Saptarshi
Mechanical engineering student
"It is so important to enjoy our beautiful world, and do what we can to leave it better than we found it."
4/11/24
Sydney Gallo
Environmental engineering student
"The UB faculty is a team of passionate and hard-working mentors who make you think out of the box."
8/24/22
Titiksha Singh
Mechanical engineering student

Graduate Students

"I wish one day to become the person who pushes the boundaries of what humanity can accomplish in regard to space travel and exploration."
8/29/22
Achira Boonrath
Aerospace engineering student
"The diversity of courses offered by the departments is an excellent avenue to gain knowledge in interdisciplinary areas."
4/15/22
Angshuman Deka
Mechanical engineering student
“Studying engineering at the University at Buffalo is an absolute privilege, and the faculty and staff are second to none.”
11/21/22
Cameron Grace
Aerospace engineering student
"It fills me with pride to put myself in the footsteps of a future UB alumnus, among such well-accomplished colleagues."
2/4/21
Gurkiran Gurkiran
Sustainable Transportation and Logistics student
"The many collaborative research projects involving research groups from different majors helps widen our knowledge and expand the applications of our work."
6/17/22
Hemendra Nath Jaiswal
Electrical engineering student
"My favorite place is the Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory – it makes me feel limitless because almost all kinds of structures can be tested there."
6/17/22
Homero F. Carrión Cabrera
Civil engineering student
"Amazing professors have given me great support and opportunities as teachers and as friends during my time here."
10/31/24
Jingye Tan
Mechanical engineering student
"Engineering at UB is the perfect setting to tackle new challenges and branch out to find subjects that keep you motivated."
4/17/23
Kyle Weeks
Biomedical engineering student
“As someone returning to school after many years as an established adult, I feel both respected for my experience as a professional and supported in my learning. ”
6/27/24
Leah Maykish
Engineering education student
“Upon getting plugged into the community, I realized what makes UB unique is the ability to provide its students with the resources of a large university, combined with the personalized feel of a smaller school.”
12/14/22
Lexi Nordmann
Mechanical engineering student
"I really enjoy the collaborative efforts of different engineering disciplines here at UB. There is an openness and willingness to tackle complex problems by harnessing the expertise of different departments."
5/17/24
Ogechi Ogoke
Chemical and biological engineering student
“I plan to continue mentoring and educating those around me; through personal experience, I've realized that you learn the most through teaching others.”
5/17/24
Olivia Licata
Materials design and innovation student
"I’ve enjoyed collaborating with other research labs, which has broadened my breadth of knowledge."
9/18/20
Payam Ghassemi
Mechanical engineering student
“Engineering education plays a vital part in shaping the future of engineering students, and can range from a sense of belonging in the field to effective learning and teaching methods. ”
5/31/24
Qiuxing Chen
Engineering education student
"[My PhD] is an interdisciplinary research program that combined nanotechnology, biology and engineering, which is a perfect fit for me."
9/4/20
Wei-Chiao Huang
Biomedical engineering student
"UB engineering offers cutting-edge research opportunities with access to infinite resources and some of the world’s best professors."
12/9/21
Yong Hu
Mechanical engineering student
"Explore opportunities outside the classroom. UB and SEAS create an exclusive environment for students to improve and shape themselves."
9/22/22
Zipeng Guo
Industrial engineering student

Alumni

“I’m going to put women on the moon, and then I’m going to get a tattoo of a Rocketship on my wrist!”
12/14/22
Andrea Martinez
BS '14, MS '16, electrical engineering
“Engineering taught me great problem solving skills and how to examine processes for improvement.”
8/24/22
Annika Samuels
BS '03, industrial engineering; MBA '06
"I live for the moments when I can honestly say “I never would have thought to do it that way.” Unlocking a whole new way of thinking encapsulates the benefit of working and living in a diverse community."
12/9/21
Jahmil Campbell
BS '07, MS '10, electrical engineering
"The NSBE career fairs were the largest on campus. They provided me with exposure to huge corporations and job opportunities that wouldn’t have been available otherwise."
11/21/22
Brian Dillard
BS ’92, industrial and systems engineering
"Participating in academic research both as an undergraduate and graduate student at UB helped prepare me for an industry career in R&D."
12/9/21
Emily Brooks
BS '12, PhD '17, biomedical engineering
“As a minority student you face many challenges, but you can succeed by staying motivated and working hard. Every step you take every day makes a difference in your life.”
12/14/22
Emmanuel Nsengiyumva
BS'16, MS'18, chemical engineering
"What helped me most was the hands-on learning. Working with teams for competitions like Concrete Canoe, Steel Bridge and Seismic Design."
2/4/21
Alvaro Giron
BS '13, civil engineering
"What I enjoy the most about my job is knowing that my contributions keep the public safe.”
12/14/22
Jarlene Ninive
BS '18, Civil Engineering
"To the aspiring Black engineers, there is more than enough space in the industry for your knowledge and creativity and your input is needed, wanted and valued."
4/17/23
Kendra Claiborne
BS'15, computer science
"Working with Prof. Crassidis was a big plus. John is a well recognized researcher and highly respected in the field. Working with him allowed me to perform on the frontier of research problems that put me in a good position when I graduated.”
2/4/21
Richard Linares
PhD ’14, MS ’10, BS ’09, mechanical and aerospace engineering
“Be inclusive. Be thirsty for knowledge. And be a dreamer. You will achieve success in engineering at UB.”
12/14/22
Nan Hua
PhD '21, civil engineering
“Remember leadership isn’t just being out in front but watching for those who are behind you and showing them the way.”
5/20/21
Raynard Woods
BS'93, MS'96, electrical engineering
“No one is an expert in more than a handful of topics and you should seek people with more experience than you to critique your study design, review your code, edit an application, etc. Improvement does not have a time limit.”
11/21/22
Ryan O'Hara
BS '16, biomedical engineering
"The way you build upon your knowledge and branch out in your collaborations is by picking the brains of others and the varying skill sets of the staff at UB provides a great opportunity for this."
8/24/22
Ryan Rava
BS '18, MS '20, PhD '22, biomedical engineering
BA '18, mathematics
"I enjoy the freedom to pursue research questions that address unmet healthcare needs. It is really gratifying to be conducting research that can directly impact patients’ lives."
12/9/21
Vince Tutino
MS '13, PhD '18, biomedical engineering
"I think I received a great education at UB. I see it all the time in practice – that UB graduates are very well prepared to succeed as engineers and in their careers."
5/20/21
Jonathan Watts
BS '00 industrial and BS '03 civil engineering
“UB is one of the most welcoming universities to international students, and I like its inclusive research environment.”
6/17/22
Jiale Xu
PhD '20, environmental engineering