Alumni

Stay Connected

Our Past and Our Future

UCSB Mechanical Engineering alumni are highly talented, successful, driven, and innovative professionals in a number of industries across the globe. You are an important part of the community of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the College of Engineering, and UCSB. As alumni, our graduates support the department in a number of ways, including mentoring current students, contributing to scholarships and other funds, and getting involved with Department and College leadership. We welcome your involvement and hope you’ll stay connected.

Get Involved

  • Hire Gauchos! Mechanical Engineering students need internships and jobs. Cultivate talent and work with young engineers.
  • Mentor Students: Contact us to be a guest speaker, mentor, or lecturer. We need your talent, experience, and enthusiasm. 
  • Capstone Guidance: Provide guidance to undergraduate students as a mentor or guest for the Senior Capstone Projects
  • Research: Contact us if you are interested in a research partnership with Mechanical Engineering. 
  • Nominate: Send us your nominations for the Distinguished Alumni Award. 
  • Donate. Make an investment in the Department toward scholarships, fellowships, and towards recruiting and retaining the best and brightest minds in Mechanical Engineering. 

Contact Us

Please email Professor Jeff Moehlis, Department Chair, about alumni involvement opportunities or call (805) 893-5169.