Who joins the YSEA? We are a diverse group of Yale graduates from many classes. We are doctors, scientists, business people, educators, engineers, venture capitalists with a common, shared experience of science and engineering education at Yale. Through the YSEA we retain a close link to the vibrant Yale community fostering its growth and emphasis on science and engineering.
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Alison Fitzgerald, BS Mechanical Engineering '90
Managing Director, Lotsoff Capital Management "I continue to be involved with YSEA because I strongly believe the science and engineering programs are crucial to Yale's academic curriculum. My experience in engineering at Yale is something I value and I want others to have the opportunity to have a similar rewarding experience. YSEA makes this possible through their support of the undergraduate program and involvement in the Yale community." |
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Elie Track, MS Physics, '85, PhD Physics '88
Senior Partner, HYPRES, Inc. "My years at Yale taught me, far beyond the academics and the research, the true practical perspectives and skills for making significant and lasting impact in my field and on society. By joining and being active in YSEA I hope to reach out to current and prospective Yale students to contribute to a great tradition of service. The camaraderie and networking that come with YSEA are the frosting on the cake." |
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Keira Driansky, B.S. Applied Math with a concentration in Economics and Biophysics, ‘03
M.Phil., Bioscience Enterprise, Cambridge University, Marshall Scholarship Student, Harvard Business School "The Perspectives on Science Program at Yale gave me a greater appreciation for the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to scientific problem solving. As a member of YSEA, I hope to help encourage more Yale students to explore the many ways to make a positive impact on society through science – whether through research, business, medicine or policy." |
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Tom Cole, BS Computer Science '92
General Partner, Trinity Ventures "As a Yale College alum who majored in computer science, I'd love to see Yale continue to excel in sciences and engineering. To that end, I joined YSEA to support the wonderful programs and mentorship it provides to students pursuing those fields." |
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Leah Barton, BS Chemical Engineering, '98
Strategy Analyst, Shell Chemical LP "YSEA's support of Team Lux, the Yale Solar Car Team, was crucial in shaping my undergraduate experience. YSEA's sponsorship allowed team members to develop real-world engineering and leadership skills while also fostering life-long friendships. Today, I support YSEA so that it can continue to promote student innovation in a world relying ever more on scientific thinking." |
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John Siemon, MS Engineering and Applied Science, '90
Vice President and CTO, The Siemon Company "I joined YSEA after graduating as a way of staying in touch with the school. I kept renewing because I like the Yale Scientific magazine. Having recently been contacted by a board member regarding an open position for Regional Vice President, I found myself attending the 2007 Annual Meeting. At the dinner that followed, I was fortunate to be at the same table as Peter Dervan, recipient of the Award for Advancement of Basic and Applied Science. It provided an opportunity to share experiences, observations and wild ideas in a relaxed, spontaneous exchange that engaged everyone at the table. Having had the opportunity to meet and hear Professor Dervan speak in such an intimate setting was a singular experience that only YSEA could provide." |