Cindy Ouellet, M.S. BME ’18, Ph.D. BME ’20

Competed in her sixth Paralympic Games this past summer in Paris, playing for the Canadian team in wheelchair basketball. She also represented Canada in Para Nordic skiing at the 2018 Paralympics in Pyeongchang.

 

James (Jim) De La Rosa, B.S. EE ’61

A retired aerospace engineer who played a key role in designing the Apollo space capsule that ferried astronauts safely to and from the moon and later helped design the space shuttle, has written a book about his contributions to the Apollo project. “Building the Apollo Capsules” delves into the untold story of the Apollo missions, revealing behind-the-scenes events, fabrication procedures and the individuals involved in building the iconic capsules.

 

Chris Martinez, B.S. CS ’94

Has been named chief administrator and strategy officer for The Resurrection Project (TRP), which provides affordable housing and financial education while organizing people to advocate for positive systematic change. Previously, Martinez served as chief operating officer at Housing Forward. He also serves as vice president of the board of Habitat for Humanity Chicago.

 

Rafael Alvarez, M.S. EE ’89

Has been selected for the 2024 Community College Award from the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education. The award acknowledges individuals who have shown excellence in advocacy, teaching or leadership, and have made substantial contributions to the community college system. Alvarez also serves as the director of the San Diego City College Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Program.