Members of the GOLD Board during their Fall 2019 meeting.
The Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) Board enhances the relationship between the College of Engineering and Applied Science and its recent graduates in a way that encourages alumni to maintain their close connections with the college and university at large, while simultaneously adding value to the reputation and contributions of the college. The board currently has two sub-committees that are focused on engaging with current students and recent engineering alumni.
If you have questions or want to learn more about the board, contact Cameron Deverel-Rico, program manager for alumni engagement, at cameron.deverelrico@colorado.edu.
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Board Members
Product Design Engineer
Current city: Mountain View, California
Hobbies: Snowboarding, tennis, reading, & weightlifting
I joined the board because I want to assist engineering students in developing the professional skills and strategies necessary to land great jobs and internships.
Software Engineer | Salesforce
Current city: San Jose, CA
Hobbies: Hiking, traveling, reading, solving escape rooms
I joined the GOLD Board to give back to my university in some capacity and to stay in touch with CU Boulder where I had a great 2-year education that I am eternally grateful for. By being a part of the board, I want to do my bit in mentoring the students to prepare for an experience post-school which is different in many ways. It was an honor to be the first Chair of the Graduate Housing Committee at UGGS during my time at CU and I am proud of the work we had done. I want to continue being involved with the place that has a part of my heart.
Marketing Engineer | Party Round
Current City: Denver, CO
Hobbies: Building products, designing, traveling, mountain biking, skiing
While graduation is an exciting time, it’s often a major adjustment for new graduates to find their right fit in industry. As a recent graduate myself, I’ve bounced across multiple career paths before finding my niche where I’m able to employ my unique skillset. My mission as a GOLD Board member is to remove the trial and error by applying a focus on maximizing unique, personal value that best ensures a smooth landing into industry roles for students.
Technology Engineer | BASF
Current city: Baton Rouge, LA
Hobbies: Hiking, Reading, Travel
I joined the GOLD Board because I want to enable others to connect with and build up the strong alumni network that we have at CU Boulder. As I have moved across the country several times since graduation, I have appreciated the support from fellow alumni in establishing roots in new cities. We have a shared experience in graduating from the same university, and I believe that there is a lot to gain from keeping up those connections.
Contact me: LinkedIn
Project Development Engineer | Bioenergy Devco
My job: I work as a consultant at a biofuels startup company and a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. I support design and engineering on various capital improvement projects throughout conceptual design, detailed design and implementation phases.
Current city: Boulder, CO
Hobbies: Snowboarding, yoga and travel
Why I became a GOLD Board member: The CU Boulder engineering program was a positive and impactful experience for me. Between the different classes, student groups and workshops I was able to gain useful workplace skills while building strong relationships with my peers. I am excited about the opportunity to be on the GOLD Board so that I can engage with the soon to be engineers in training and share the knowledge I have acquired thus far from my professional career.
Mechanical Design Engineer for The Applied Research Laboratory | The University of Texas
Current city: Austin, TX
Hobbies: Reading, Rugby, and Robotics.
I joined the GOLD board because I wanted to help create a sense of community among alumni and current students. A community in which knowledge is shared, students are mentored and friends are made. I got a lot of benefit from engaging with alumni during my time at The College of Engineering and Applied Science and I'm hoping to return the favor and help other alumni do the same.
Senior Cloud Security Engineer | Reddit, Inc.
Current city: Denver, CO
Hobbies: Hiking, Reading, Yoga & meditation
During my student years at CU, some of my professors took special efforts to facilitate communication with industry professionals. This has been incredibly important in helping me shape my career. By joining the GOLD Board, I'd like to contribute and develop new methods to continue bridging the gap between academia and industry so that students have more exposure to industry professionals which will enable them to be better prepared for the life ahead.
Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness | University of Colorado Denver
My job: I lead many academic functions, such as: academic planning, accreditation, program review, new degree program approval, institutional research, data governance and management, assessment, university curriculum, and graduate education.
Current city: Lafayette, Colorado
Hobbies: spending time with family, cooking, hiking, and traveling
I joined the GOLD Board because CU Engineering has been an integral part of my life and has drastically influenced who I am as a person. I have experienced the college from the roles of student, staff and faculty and hope my unique perspective will allow me to give back, mentor, expand networks and support students and alumni.
Contact me: Email, LinkedIn, Forever Buff Network
PhD Materials Science and Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology 2020
Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor | University of Denver
Current city: Fort Collins, Colorado
Hobbies: Swimming, Running, Biking, Hiking, Camping, Cooking, Golfing
After graduating, I became involved with the Alumni Association-Forever Buffs. I noticed the College of Engineering & Applied Science wasn’t as connected with its alumni, especially young alumni, as some of the other Colleges at CU. I joined the GOLD Board to help improve this as well as to bring the heuristics and best practices I’ve learned from the other universities where I have been affiliated to CU.
Contact me: Email, Forever Buffs Network, LinkedIn
Clean Products Scheduler | Phillips 66
Current city: Houston, TX
Hobbies: Hiking, skiing, cycling, cooking, and traveling
CU had an immeasurable impact on my life; it granted me a pathway that allowed me to pursue a curriculum and a career I was passionate about. I was fortunate enough to obtain internships that offered exposure into different industries, and I made lasting relationships that continue to aid me both personally and professionally. I joined the GOLD Board as a way to give back to the school and students that gave me so much - to help give students better visibility into life after graduation and make their time in Boulder worthwhile.
Certificate in Engineering for Developing Communities
Consultant | World Bank and Kimetrica
Current city: Boulder, CO
Hobbies: Backpacking, playing music, reading, snowboarding and exploring
I became a member of the GOLD board because mentorship has always played a crucial role in my academic and professional life. Having the opportunity to ensure future engineering students at CU have access to encouraging and insightful mentors both in and out of industry is something I am invested in supporting. I also attribute so much of where I am to my experiences at CU and I am excited to pay that forward.
Undergraduate Certificate in Engineering Leadership, Graduate Certificate in Astrodynamics and Satellite Navigation
Systems Test Engineer | Ball Aerospace
Current city: Lafayette, CO
Hobbies: Triathlon (70.3 and full IRONMANs), trail running, hiking, and traveling
CU Boulder provided me with many unique opportunities as a student and helped me to succeed as a professional. I joined the board to give back to the College of Engineering, and to help advise the College on the evolving engineering community and how CU can continue to be a leading flagship university for its students and alumni.
Strategic Project Manager | Ibotta, Inc
Current city: Boulder, CO
Hobbies: Skiing, playing volleyball, traveling, DIY projects, boating and water sports
During my time as a student, countless alumni, professors, managers, and advisors helped me find my way through engineering school and into industry. I joined the GOLD Board as a way to pay that guidance and mentorship forward to the next generation of engineering Buffs.
Software Development Engineer | Amazon
Current city: Bellevue, WA
Hobbies: Reading, ultimate frisbee, traveling
My time at CU was incredibly significant in helping me choose a path toward success for the rest of my life. At CU, I was able to challenge myself and become a well-prepared engineer before my first job. I loved my experiences getting involved in the Access and Inclusion Mentoring Program, the Google Developers Student Club, the Aerospace Graduate Student Organization, and as a Senator for the CEAS in the Graduate and Professional Student Government. I feel proud of the mark I was able to leave on CU during my time, as well as grateful for the mark that CU has left on me simultaneously. It is an honor to be representing the recent graduates of the CEAS and helping foster mentoring and proper preparation for future CU graduates. Sko buffs!
Systems Test Engineer | Ball Aerospace
Current city: Lafayette, CO
Hobbies: Triathlons, hiking, enjoying the outdoors, traveling, and eating good food
My CU Boulder experience was highly positive and impactful. I found an incredible support system and a wealth of opportunities that allowed for personal and professional growth. I joined the board to give back and support the College of Engineering in its groundbreaking initiatives, while providing a platform to develop sustaining relationships among incoming students and alumni.