- Gators and gold: The whirlwind world of MSE graduate and Olympic champ Erin JacksonUF alumna Erin Jackson reflects on balancing Olympic competition with engineering studies, carrying the U.S. flag in Milan and returning to the classroom to pursue a future in biomechanics.
- MSE alumnus inducted into Florida Inventors Hall of FameDonald K. Jones, an accomplished inventor, patent agent and proud University of Florida alumnus, will be inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame this year.
- Nuclear engineering alum named to UF’s 40 Under 40 list Jacob DeWitte, a UF nuclear engineering alum and CEO of Oklo Inc., was named to the 40 Under 40 list for his work developing innovative, small-scale nuclear reactors for clean, reliable energy.
- MSE alumnus, tech executive Jason Gibson makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list When Jason Gibson received his doctorate from the University of Florida’s Department of Materials Science & Engineering, or MSE, in 2024, it was the culmination of years of work… Read more: MSE alumnus, tech executive Jason Gibson makes Forbes 30 Under 30 list
- Red, white, orange and blue When gold medalist Erin Jackson laces up her skates and puts on her game face for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, her stateside cheering squad will include many rowdy reptiles.




