Category: Alumni News

This year, we proudly celebrate six Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering alumni recognized among the University of Florida’s 2026 40 Gators Under 40 honorees. These rising leaders are driving innovation, advancing their industries and making a meaningful difference in their communities. Their accomplishments speak to the strength of our alumni network and the lasting influence […]

University of Florida engineering alumnus Jamie Womack (BSMS ‘14, MS ‘18) has always looked down the barrel of bad odds and proclaimed, “I’m going for it.” Last year, for example, the mother of two toddlers applied to be a NASA astronaut and made the final 120. She plans to apply again. After serving as a […]

Sarvenaz Myslicki (BSCS ‘13) is many things: executive, mentor, mom and certified yoga instructor. But one identity provides the foundation for them all: Gator engineer. With an engineering degree from the University of Florida, she approaches “customer-centric” design through the lens of engineering systems. She builds digital platforms that are reliable, scalable and intuitive for […]

As the spring commencement speaker for the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, Ron Antevy (BSCE ’91) shared his journey from civil engineering graduate to successful entrepreneur with a few thousand of his colleagues.  

We’re proud to celebrate the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering alumni who were named to the 2026 Gator100, earning the distinction among the fastest-growing, Gator-led businesses worldwide. 

Engineering alumnus and donor Neil Shopke was known for his generosity and ingenuity.

Growing up in Gainesville with a professor father, Pegeen Hanrahan adored going to the University of Florida Engineering Fair each year. It was a beloved family tradition that shaped her love of engineering and, certainly, the Gators.