Our department recently had the pleasure of hosting an industry panel in our 4th-year MSE495 class, organized by Ali Asgarian—and it was a great conversation for our students as they prepare for the next step in their careers.
A big thank you to our panelists Paul Okrutny, Hiva Mahdavi, Bernie Ting, and Nicholas Price for taking the time to join us and share their journeys. They shared their career paths, their current roles, and offered practical, honest advice on navigating early career decisions, building skills, and staying adaptable in a changing industry. Opportunities like this make a real difference for students—connecting classroom learning with real-world experience and perspectives.
Opportunities like this make a real difference for students—connecting classroom learning with real-world experience and perspectives.
