Leading with Impact

The “Leading with Impact" event series brings together experts and industry leaders affiliated with the College of Engineering & Applied Science to explore the ideas and innovations shaping our future.
Leading with Impact: Space Exploration
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Time: 6-8:30 p.m.
Location: The Jacquard
Hear from CU Engineering & Applied Science alumni who have worked at the forefront of aerospace innovation, moderated by Dr. John Evans, the new chair of the Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences, as they discuss emerging technologies, collaborative research, and the challenges and opportunities of exploring beyond our planet. Connect with the CU Boulder community while discovering how CU Engineering continues to make an impact on Earth and in space.
The panel discussion will begin at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy food and drinks after the discussion as you network with other attendees, faculty, and staff. Business casual attire is encouraged.
Questions? Contact engalumni@colorado.edu
Past Events
The Role of Education in a Dynamic World – September 2025
Renaissance Boulder Flatiron Hotel, Broomfield, CO
Innovation and Entrepreneurship – October 2024
Renaissance Boulder Flatiron Hotel, Broomfield, CO
Artificial Intelligence – September 2023
The Curtis Hotel, Denver, CO
Engineering Solutions for Climate Change Challenges – November 2022
Halcyon Hotel Cherry Creek, Denver, CO
How CU Engineering is Shaping the future – October 2021
Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center, Denver, CO
Cybersecurity – June 2019
University Club of Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA
Hosted by Cooley LLP, San Francisco, CA