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COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING NEWSLETTER

A Note from Interim Dean Jenny Loertscher

As we enjoy summer in Seattle, I want to thank our students, faculty, staff, alumni, industry partners and friends for your continued support of the College of Science and Engineering. Together, you help create the opportunities, experiences and partnerships that prepare our students to make a meaningful impact in their careers and communities.

In this newsletter, you'll meet two outstanding members of the Class of 2026, Saxton Van Dalsen and Kiera Tanaputra, whose unique journeys reflect the talent and determination of our graduates. You'll also read about faculty members Dr. Yen-Lin Han, whose work bridges engineering and fashion, and Dr. Phil Thompson, who will continue his global water research as a Fulbright Scholar in Thailand. We also look back at our 38th Annual Projects Day with a two-part series highlighting some of the 54 industry-sponsored projects showcased across seven departments.

Thank you for being part of the CSE community, and I hope you enjoy this summer edition of our newsletter.

Celebrating the Class of 2026

Saxton Van Dalsen, '26

U.S. Coast Guard veteran, Saxton Van Dalsen, follows his passion for technology at SU, securing full-time position at Amazon.  

Kiera Tanaputra, '26

From blueberries to the brain, biochemistry major, Kiera Tanaputra, taps into passion for research at Seattle University.  

Faculty in Focus

Dr. Yen-Lin Han: Engineering Her Own Path, In Style

Dr. Han obtained her master’s in electrical engineering and PhD in aerospace and mechanical engineering from USC. In the process, she realized the importance of role models and changemakers. If not her, then who else? 

Dr. Phil Thompson a Fulbright Scholar

Dr. Thompson has dedicated his career to building alternative water treatment systems for developing countries. This fall, he will continue that work with faculty and students at Chiang Mai University in Thailand as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar.

Projects Day in Review

Purposeful Projects, Innovative Ideas

From virtual reality experiences inspired by NASA’s Psyche mission to drone research helping track invasive species, students tackled real-world challenges at Projects Day.

Real World Problem Solvers

Through partnerships with leading companies and public agencies, students transform classroom learning into practical, future-focused solutions. Read about projects sponsored by Google, Woodland Park Zoo and Project Furnish, LLC. 

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