
Headline Photo: Dr. Gerren with Smead Aerospace Alumni.
Above: Tim Straube receiving his alumni plaque from Dr. Schaub.
The Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences honored graduates and faculty during a special 2023 alumni banquet.
Seven graduates were recognized for achievements in education, industry, research, and public service.
“These outstanding graduates are being honored for being visionaries in aeronautics and astronautics and leaders in their fields,” said Hanspeter Schaub, chair of Smead Aerospace. “We are pleased to recognize outstanding careers in aerospace engineering sciences, as well as early career achievements. These individuals are solving big challenges and are leading the industry towards new frontiers.”
In addition, three longtime faculty were honored for their contributions to research and education in aerospace.
The banquet was held at CU Boulder's Byron White Club on April 21.
Alumni honorees were recognized in three categories:
Outstanding Alumni for Excellence in Commercial Enterprise
Outstanding Alumni for Excellence in Public Service
Outstanding Alumni for Excellence in Research
Honored Retired and Retiring Faculty
Additional Photos

Prof. Emeritus Bob Culp with alumni and faculty.

Ken Center speaking to attendees.

Alumni at the event.