January & February Service Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who celebrated service anniversaries in January and February!

35 Years

Gokhale, Arun MProfessorMaterials Science & Engr2/1/89
Kardomateas, GeorgeProfessorAerospace Engineering1/3/89

30 Years

Seitzman, Jerry MProfessorAerospace Engineering3/28/94
Haddad, Wassim MProfessorAerospace Engineering1/17/94

25 Years

Dillon, LindaAsst Dir-Business OpsElectrical & Computer Engr2/16/99
Kurtis, Kimberly EAssociate Dean-AcademicEngineering, College of1/4/99
Boussert, Bertrand PAdjunct ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/99

20 Years

Denney, Russell KResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab1/6/04

15 Years

Kumar, SatishProfessorMechanical Engineering1/16/09
Locquet, Alexandre DAdjunct Assistant ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/13/09
Filler, MichaelProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr1/2/09
Yang, VigorRegents ProfessorAerospace Engineering1/1/09
Platt, Manu OAssoc Chair-AcademicBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/1/09

10 Years

Jaeger, DieterAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/27/14
Helms, Michael ESenior Research ScientistMechanical Engineering2/15/14
Lamb, Anquinnette LAdministrative SupervisorMechanical Engineering2/10/14
Nepiyushchikh, Zhanna VResearch Scientist IIMechanical Engineering2/1/14
Garrison, William RIT Support Prof MgrElectrical & Computer Engr1/6/14
Kintis, PanagiotisResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/14
Saeedifard, MaryamProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/14
Antonakakis, Emmanouil KAssociate ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/14
Yee, Shannon KAssociate ProfessorMechanical Engineering1/1/14
Qi, HangProfessorMechanical Engineering1/1/14
Schmidle, Suzanne CResearch Ops Prog MgrElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/14

Five Years

Cammon, Xavier DAcademic Advisor IAerospace Engineering2/4/19
Elliott, Drew DResearch Technician IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/4/19
Leak, VeronicaIT Support Prof IIMechanical Engineering1/28/19
Burns, CraigStudent Support Coord IMechanical Engineering1/28/19
Buchanan, Thairun-NisaaMarketing & Event Coord IElectrical & Computer Engr1/25/19
Christmas, S. DanteUnit Administrative OfficerElectrical & Computer Engr1/14/19
Womack, Tameka MProgram & Ops MgrMechanical Engineering1/7/19
Molzahn, DanielAssistant ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/4/19
Blazeck, John JAssistant ProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr1/1/19
Pourmorteza, AmirAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/1/19
Correa-Baena, Juan-PabloAssistant ProfessorMaterials Science & Engr1/1/19
Zhao, YeAssistant ProfessorMechanical Engineering1/1/19
Mazumdar, Yi ChenAssistant ProfessorMechanical Engineering1/1/19

One Year

Ellis, MarsillethAdmin Professional SrIndustrial & Systems Engr2/27/23
Pardue, Machelle TAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/21/23
Arrington, Chloe LCommunications Officer IIMechanical Engineering2/20/23
Tirouvanziam, Rabindra MAdjunct Associate ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/20/23
Manogharan, PrabhakaranPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering2/15/23
McNabb, Jeffrey TResearch Engineer IAerospace Systems Design Lab2/15/23
Buchbinder Shadur, LotemPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering2/13/23
Teng, YongAdjunct Associate ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/13/23
Illien-Junger, SvenjaAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory2/13/23
Datta, KunalPostdoctoral FellowMaterials Science & Engr2/1/23
Igou, Thomas KResearch Associate IICivil & Environmental Engr2/1/23
Lee, MinahPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr2/1/23
Karimzadeh, ForoozanPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr2/1/23
Masoomi, ParastooResearch Scientist IIChemical and Biomolecular Engr2/1/23
Santa Gonzalez, RosemariePostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr2/1/23
Hu, XiaoAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/30/23
Gordon, David EAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/30/23
Li, RenhaoAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/30/23
Devineni, Anita VAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/30/23
Russell, Marianne FAdmin Professional SrIndustrial & Systems Engr1/23/23
Holberton, Abigail LResearch Technician IMechanical Engineering1/19/23
Linen, Savannah RResearch Technician IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/17/23
Graffigna Palomba, Martin SResearch Engineer IMechanical Engineering1/16/23
Park, HyeonwooPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr1/15/23
Qin, ZhaoxianPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr1/15/23
Bhattacharjea, RajibAdjunct Prin Research EngineerElectrical & Computer Engr1/15/23
Watson, Emily JProgram Mgr L4Electrical & Computer Engr1/9/23
Petter, Samuel JResearch Engineer IIMechanical Engineering1/9/23
Zhang, DongPostdoctoral FellowBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory1/3/23
Dravid, Ameya AResearch Engineer IMechanical Engineering1/3/23
Hypolite, Joel PPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/23
Bassam, AsaLecturerCivil & Environmental Engr1/1/23
Agrawal, ShubhadaPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr1/1/23
Kosbab, Benjamin DLecturerCivil & Environmental Engr1/1/23
McLaurin, DevonProgram Mgr L4Electrical & Computer Engr1/1/23
Seshadri, PranayAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering1/1/23
Tsikata, SedinaAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering1/1/23
Li, PanAssistant ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr1/1/23
Kousik, Shreyas CAssistant ProfessorMechanical Engineering1/1/23
Santamarina, Juan CProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr1/1/23
Milz, JohannesAssistant ProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr1/1/23
Wehe, ShawnPrincipal Research EngineerAerospace Engineering1/1/23
Stathatou, PatritsiaResearch Scientist IIChemical and Biomolecular Engr1/1/23

September & October Service Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who celebrated service anniversaries in September and October!

35 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Alexopoulos, ChristosAssoc Chair-AcademicIndustrial & Systems Engr9/19/88

30 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Monteiro, Renato DCProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr9/20/93

25 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Tsiotras, PanagiotisProfessorAerospace Engineering9/29/98
Arrowood, Caryn RPrincipal Research EngineerElectrical & Computer Engr9/28/98
Garcia, Andres JProfessorMechanical Engineering9/21/98
Neequaye, Regina MAdministrative SupervisorMechanical Engineering9/1/98

20 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Naeemi, Azad JProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr10/6/03
Bakir, Muhannad SProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr9/2/03
Vela, Patricio AntonioProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr9/2/03

15 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Etress, Jonathan DFacilities Mgr SrIndustrial & Systems Engr10/24/08
Bibby, Malcolm MAdjunct ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr10/20/08
Calhoun, Sheri SAsst Dir-Financial OpsEngineering, College of10/1/08
De La Fe Salamanca, ValentinaAsst Dir-Ed Outreach InitiativEngineering, College of9/8/08
Sharma, HimaniLecturerMaterials Science & Engr9/5/08
Xu, YingAdjunct ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr9/1/08

10 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Poda, Anil BabuResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr10/3/13
Cohen, Morris BProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr10/1/13
Abrams, KevinIT Support Prof SrElectrical & Computer Engr9/18/13
Nguyen, Bao QuangIT Support Prof SrElectrical & Computer Engr9/16/13
Carter, Anita MFinancial Admin IIIElectrical & Computer Engr9/12/13
Barger, Richard EFinancial Admin IIIChemical and Biomolecular Engr9/5/13
Moon, RobertAdjunct ProfessorMaterials Science & Engr9/2/13
Kampezidou, Styliani IoannaPostdoctoral FellowAerospace Systems Design Lab9/1/13

Five Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Chen, YongxinAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering9/17/18
Soylu, Mehmet EvrenResearch Engineer IICivil & Environmental Engr9/12/18
Jordan, Kathleen AResearch Engineer IMechanical Engineering9/10/18
Smith, Rachael ECorporate Relations MgrIndustrial & Systems Engr9/5/18
Bagdatli, BurakResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab9/4/18

One Year

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Cook, Jacquelyn ALaboratory Technician IElectrical & Computer Engr10/31/22
Odum, KarlosFacilities AssistantMechanical Engineering10/31/22
Robideaux, Rachael RAcademic Advisor IIMechanical Engineering10/27/22
Park, MingyoPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr10/24/22
Swan White, KarmenAdmin Mgr IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory10/24/22
Wethington, KaseyDevelopment Asst SrCivil & Environmental Engr10/17/22
Bashar, Syed KhairulPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr10/15/22
West, DeMarloProgram & Ops MgrMechanical Engineering10/10/22
Poole, Avis LFaculty Support CoordElectrical & Computer Engr10/10/22
Johnson, Tiffany NFaculty Support CoordMechanical Engineering10/3/22
Rahimzadeh Berenji, KavehPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering10/1/22
Natura, BentoPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr10/1/22
James, RashadAsst Dir-Financial OpsElectrical & Computer Engr10/1/22
Castiel, EyalPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr10/1/22
Amwake, David FGrants Administrator LeadElectrical & Computer Engr10/1/22
Shaikh, SamserPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr10/1/22
Mora Boza, AnaPostdoctoral ScholarMechanical Engineering10/1/22
Kukreja, Arisara NishaFaculty Support CoordChemical and Biomolecular Engr9/30/22
Madabhushi, AnantAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory9/29/22
Sargent, Ian MCommunications Officer IMechanical Engineering9/19/22
Yi, HoonPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering9/15/22
Kim, JinsuPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr9/15/22
Abbaspour, NimaPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering9/15/22
Jeon, JisooPostdoctoral FellowMaterials Science & Engr9/15/22
Lopez-Esteva, Mercedes MResearch Technician IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory9/12/22
Ghavami, AliResearch Engineer I – NEMechanical Engineering9/12/22
Zhuo, YuGrants AdministratorMechanical Engineering9/7/22
Deneke, NaomiPostdoctoral FellowMaterials Science & Engr9/1/22
Akman, Ryan EResearch Engineer I-LTBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory9/1/22
Deng, SunbinPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr9/1/22
White, Marva CHR MgrAerospace Engineering9/1/22
Ramirez Wong, Diana GResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr9/1/22
Ko, JeongwooPostdoctoral FellowAerospace Engineering9/1/22
Lee, YongwonResearch Engineer IIMechanical Engineering9/1/22
Casas Ferrer, LauraPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr9/1/22


Favorite Fall Recipes

a bowl of copycat Panera autumn squash soup.

Panera Bread Autumn Squash Soup

From CopyKat Recipes
Recommended by Dawn Franklin, Dean’s Office

A ladle of Sausage and Sweet Potato Soup with Kale

Sausage & Sweet Potato Soup with Kale

From Tastes Lovely
Recommended by Sarah Flake, ChBE & MSE

Sarah also suggests these variations for the recipe: “I use veggie broth and spicy vegetarian sausages, and I add nutmeg and red pepper flakes.”

A glass mug of caramel apple cider with whipped cream on top and a cinnamon stick garnish

Starbucks Caramel Apple Spice Copycat

Submitted by Marva White, AE

This caramel apple cider is perfect for cozy fall evenings, gatherings with friends, or even as a comforting treat to enjoy by yourself.

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4-6 whole cloves
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Ground cinnamon (for garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, pour the apple cider and place it over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick and whole cloves to the cider.
  2. Stir in about half of the caramel sauce into the cider mixture. Save the remaining caramel sauce for topping.
  3. Add the thinly sliced orange to the saucepan, allowing the flavors to infuse. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer. Be careful not to boil it.
  4. Once the cider is warmed and infused with the flavors, remove the saucepan from the heat. Using tongs, remove the cinnamon stick and cloves from the mixture.
  5. Carefully pour the caramel apple cider into serving mugs.
  6. If desired, top each mug with a dollop of whipped cream.
  7. Drizzle a small amount of the reserved caramel sauce over the whipped cream for an extra caramel kick.
  8. For an optional garnish, sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top of the whipped cream.
  9. Serve the caramel apple cider warm and enjoy!

NOTE

You can adjust the amount of caramel sauce based on your preference for sweetness. If you like it sweeter, add more caramel sauce; if you prefer it less sweet, use less.

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding a dash of nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth and flavor.

If you want to make homemade caramel sauce, you can combine sugar, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan and cook until the sugar is melted and the mixture is smooth.

Mexican Chicken Soup

Recommended by Joshua Stewart, Dean’s Office

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium rib of celery, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chilipowder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup canned green chiles
  • 1 (15.5 oz) can hominy (or posole), drained (or frozen corn kernels, if you can’t find hominy)
  • 1 can whole peeled tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup cooked skinless shredded chicken breast (rotisserie chicken is a great option)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, chili powder, and cumin.

Cook until the onion softens, about 5 minutes.

Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat slightly and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Add the green chiles, posole, tomatoes, and oregano. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Pull from the heat and stir in the chicken. Ladle into bowls. Top with cilantro and juice from one lime wedge.

Pumpkin-Spice Bars

Recommended by Sarah Collins, Dean’s Office

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 eggs
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 can (16 oz.) pumpkin
  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts, if desired

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. butter, softened
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 c. powdered sugar

Mix cream cheese, butter, vanilla. Gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth.

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Beat eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin. Mix dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, ginger, cloves. Add dry ingredients to egg mixture and beat.

Pour batter into greased jelly roll pan, 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch. Bake until light brown, 25-30 min.

Cool; frost with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with nuts. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes approximately 50 2 x 1 1/2 in. bars.

July & August Service Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who celebrated service anniversaries in July and August!

25 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Jorgenson, Marjorie SFaculty Support CoordCivil & Environmental Engr08/24/1998
May, Keith LIT Support Prof LeadElectrical & Computer Engr08/17/1998
Mooney, Vincent JAssociate ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr07/01/1998
Singhose, William EProfessorMechanical Engineering08/21/1998
Taylor, David GProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/09/1988

20 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Aidun, Cyrus KProfessorMechanical Engineering07/01/2003
AlRegib, GhassanProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/16/2003
Durgin, Gregory DavidProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/16/2003
Frett, JasminAsst Dir-Financial OpsMaterials Science & Engr07/01/2003
Garimella, SrinivasProfessorMechanical Engineering08/16/2003
Graham, SamuelProfessorMechanical Engineering07/21/2003
Hunter, Michael PProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/16/2003
Nair, SankarProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/04/2003
Rounsaville, Brian CResearch Scientist IIElectrical & Computer Engr08/29/2003
Salter, Lisa ESpons Res Consult/Fin Mgr IIndustrial & Systems Engr08/11/2003
Singh, Preet MohinderAssoc Chair-AcademicMaterials Science & Engr07/01/2003
Wu, Chien-Fu JeffProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2003
Yoder, Paul DouglasAssociate ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/11/2003

15 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Antoniou, AntoniaProfessorMechanical Engineering08/15/2008
Evans, Cassandra RProject Support SpecEngineering, College of08/11/2008
Feigh, Karen MAssoc Chair-AcademicAerospace Engineering08/16/2008
Forest, Craig RProfessorMechanical Engineering08/04/2008
Hu, David LProfessorMechanical Engineering08/15/2008
Ozcan, Metin FResearch Engineer IIAerospace Engineering08/18/2008
Remolina, Angelica IAcad & Res IT Supp Engr LeadEngineering, College of07/14/2008
Ross, Monica GFaculty Support CoordElectrical & Computer Engr07/14/2008
Rozell, Christopher JProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr07/01/2008
Thompson, Nicole MAsst Dir-Admin OpsChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/07/2008

Ten Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Acharya, Vishal SrinivasPrincipal Research EngineerAerospace Engineering08/12/2013
Cho, Yong KProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/15/2013
Farahmand, FariborzSenior Research EngineerElectrical & Computer Engr07/17/2013
Gunter, Brian CAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering07/01/2013
Hutchins, David SethFacilities Mgr IAerospace Engineering08/15/2013
Inan, Omer TProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2013
Kim, YongTaeAssociate ProfessorMechanical Engineering07/01/2013
Lively, Ryan PProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/16/2013
Maldovan, MartinAssociate ProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/26/2013
Meaud, JulienAssociate ProfessorMechanical Engineering08/15/2013
Mokhtarian, Patricia LProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/01/2013
Qiu, PengProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2013
Rogers, Jonathan DProfessorAerospace Engineering08/15/2013
Roy, KrishnenduRegents ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/01/2013
Smith, Angela LynnAdmin Professional SrMechanical Engineering07/16/2013
Stewart, Lauren KAssoc Chair-AcademicCivil & Environmental Engr08/15/2013
Sun, WentingAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering07/01/2013
Theodorou, EvangelosAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering07/01/2013
Timothy, Oniequa RFaculty Support Coord IIEngineered Biosystems08/12/2013
Toriello, AlejandroProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2013
Tupa Walter, Miguel AngelResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab07/22/2013
Whitcher, LeeSenior Research EngineerAerospace Engineering08/20/2013
Xie, YaoProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/15/2013
Zhou, EnluProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/15/2013

Five Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Adams, Dnasia DarielleAcademic Program Coord IMechanical Engineering07/30/2018
Ai, Ha HTechnical Analyst IElectrical & Computer Engr08/23/2018
Ayer, TugbaAcademic ProfessionalIndustrial & Systems Engr08/15/2018
Barber, Graham ForrestResearch Technician IIIMechanical Engineering07/01/2018
Fernandez, Todd MLecturerBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/01/2018
Foye, Loretta PatriceGrants AdministratorMaterials Science & Engr08/21/2018
Gazi, Asim HPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr08/15/2018
Hu, YuhangAssociate ProfessorMechanical Engineering08/16/2018
Hummel, Andrew JohnLecturerMechanical Engineering08/01/2018
Jia, ShuAssociate ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2018
Kaiser, JenniferAssistant ProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/01/2018
Keromytis, AngelosProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2018
Kotwicz Herniczek, Mark ThomasResearch Engineer II-NEAerospace Engineering08/15/2018
Lee, I-HsiangLecturerIndustrial & Systems Engr08/15/2018
Macedo Escudero, Jorge LAssistant ProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/15/2018
Mantalaris, AthanasiosProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2018
Morgan, KaliAcademic ProfessionalAerospace Engineering08/20/2018
Moss, RosalandFinancial Admin LeadElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2018
Patel, Srujal AnantkumarResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab08/24/2018
Peeta, SrinivasProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/01/2018
Rowan, Ansley MarieAcademic Advisor IIMechanical Engineering08/13/2018
Shi, ChengzhiAssistant ProfessorMechanical Engineering08/01/2018
Sun, ChristineAppl Developer SrElectrical & Computer Engr08/13/2018
Thyagarajan, RaghuramResearch Scientist IIChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/23/2018
Turneur, James MarcusAcademic Advisor IIIndustrial & Systems Engr08/13/2018
Vamvoudakis, KyriakosAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering08/15/2018
Van Hentenryck, PascalAssoc Chair-AcademicIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2018
Yu, ShimengProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2018
Zandehshahvar, MohammadrezaPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr08/15/2018

One Year

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Abramson, AlexAssistant ProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/01/2022
Aghazadeh Mohandesi, AmiraliAssistant ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2022
Beining, Lauren EDevelopment Asst SrEngineering, College of08/01/2022
Bugg, Caleb XPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022
Chang, Hao-PuResearch Technician IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Cheeks, TashianaFaculty Support CoordMechanical Engineering08/15/2022
Chen, XinProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022
Cioci, Lisa KSenior Research EngineerMechanical Engineering07/28/2022
Cross, Kelly JAssistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Datta, SumanProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2022
Delarue, Arthur JAssistant ProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022
Deloach, DenzelFinancial Admin IIChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/08/2022
Eghbal Akhlaghi, VahidPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022
Fagbemi, Samuel APostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering08/15/2022
Fratta, DiegoLecturerElectrical & Computer Engr08/15/2022
George, Mary ElizabethAcademic Assistant IIMechanical Engineering08/08/2022
Golden, Se’Quandria WilliamsProgram Support CoordIndustrial & Systems Engr07/18/2022
Griffiths, Peter RobertAcademic ProfessionalMechanical Engineering08/15/2022
Haji Mirza Tayeb, Seyed AliPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr07/01/2022
Hall, Joshua BAcad & Res IT Supp EngrCivil & Environmental Engr08/22/2022
Harrison, Jacob SPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr07/15/2022
Howard, BrandiFaculty Support CoordMaterials Science & Engr07/01/2022
Huang, YuankaiPostdoctoral FellowCivil & Environmental Engr07/01/2022
Jamali, VidaAssistant ProfessorChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/01/2022
James, Kai AAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering08/01/2022
Jefferson, MeaganResearch Technician IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/06/2022
Jones, Jonathan CFinancial Admin IIMaterials Science & Engr07/01/2022
Kim, KaramPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering07/15/2022
Kumar, AdityaAssistant ProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr08/01/2022
Lahijanian, BehshadPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022
Lee, DonghoPostdoctoral FellowAerospace Engineering08/01/2022
Lee, HyeyeonPostdoctoral FellowBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Li, HaiyanPostdoctoral FellowBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Lien, AnthonyResearch Scientist IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/01/2022
Liu, XingPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering08/01/2022
Mercadal, Jacqueline BFaculty Support CoordChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/08/2022
Monrose, Newman FabianProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2022
Pagan, Michael BResearch Engineer IMechanical Engineering07/01/2022
Pakdaman Zangabad, RezaPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering07/01/2022
Panitch, AlyssaSchool Chair-AcademicBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/01/2022
Pei, LisiResearch Engineer I-LTCivil & Environmental Engr08/01/2022
Pitts Hall, Rachael SAcademic ProfessionalBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/10/2022
Rajaraman, ShanthiSenior Academic ProfessionalElectrical & Computer Engr08/15/2022
Rivera Moctezuma, Felix GResearch Technician IMechanical Engineering07/05/2022
Roberts, Jamya SFinancial Admin IMechanical Engineering07/25/2022
Robinson, Helen AFaculty Support CoordEngineered Biosystems07/11/2022
Rohde, JacquelineAcademic ProfessionalElectrical & Computer Engr07/05/2022
Rohilla, PankajResearch Scientist I-LTChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/01/2022
Romero-Calvo, AlvaroAssistant ProfessorAerospace Engineering08/01/2022
Sathe, Visvesh SAssociate ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr08/01/2022
Sinha, SaurabhProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Song, EunhyeAssistant ProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr07/01/2022
Subramani, KarthikaResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr07/20/2022
Tiwari, IshantPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr08/03/2022
Turner, ArianaResearch Scientist IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory07/01/2022
Ulutas, Emine ZeynepResearch Technician IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory08/01/2022
Vining, AnthonyAcad & Res IT Supp EngrCivil & Environmental Engr08/29/2022
Welch, Monike LEvent Coordinator IIIndustrial & Systems Engr08/29/2022
Xie, WeijunAssistant ProfessorIndustrial & Systems Engr08/01/2022

May & June Service Anniversaries

Congratulate our colleagues who celebrated service anniversaries in May and June.

25 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Ralph, Stephen EProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr05/01/1998
Rosenstein, Lisa GailPrincipal Acad ProfessionalCivil & Environmental Engr05/01/1998
Tentzeris, Emmanouil MProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr06/22/1998

20 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Bellamkonda, Ravi VenkatAdjunct ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory06/15/2003
Schlag, Leslie JeanneGrants Administrator LeadChemical and Biomolecular Engr06/04/2003
Taylor, William RobertAdjunct Associate ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory06/09/2003
Vukasinovic, BojanSenior Research EngineerMechanical Engineering06/16/2003

15 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Jantosciak, JillianProgram Support CoordEngineering, College of06/24/2008
Sulchek, Todd AProfessorMechanical Engineering06/16/2008
Ueda, JunProfessorMechanical Engineering05/01/2008

10 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Cantrell, Valencia CraigHR ConsultantBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory06/17/2013
Cokkinides, George JPrincipal Research EngineerElectrical & Computer Engr06/01/2013
Emerson, Benjamin LeePrincipal Research EngineerAerospace Engineering06/17/2013
Murphy, Richard CAdjunct ProfessorElectrical & Computer Engr05/01/2013
Payan, Alexia Paule Marie RResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab05/14/2013
Willis, Thaddeus MBuilding Mgr IElectrical & Computer Engr05/28/2013

Five Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Ard-Smith, Tanya MProgram & Portfolio MgrAerospace Systems Design Lab06/11/2018
Baker, Lula ChongAsst Dir-Admin OpsMechanical Engineering06/18/2018
Ferri, Kevin PeterElectronics EngrElectrical & Computer Engr05/07/2018
Karimzadeh, ForoozanPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr05/15/2018
Nazzal, DimaPrincipal Acad ProfessionalIndustrial & Systems Engr05/15/2018
Smith, MarleneFinancial Mgr IIEngineered Biosystems06/01/2018

One Year

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Alstrom, Robert BResearch Engineer IIAerospace Engineering05/03/2022
Asmare, NorhResearch Engineer IElectrical & Computer Engr05/15/2022
Athanasiou, Christos EAssistant ProfessorAerospace Engineering05/26/2022
Chee, EunicePostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering06/13/2022
Coleman, YvonneFaculty Support CoordElectrical & Computer Engr06/27/2022
Di Filippo, Maximillian AProgram & Portfolio MgrIndustrial & Systems Engr06/20/2022
Dillard, Kirsten IAdmin Professional SrEngineering, College of06/13/2022
Filson, GarrettFinancial Admin IIAerospace Engineering05/01/2022
Hua, RaymondResearch Engineer IElectrical & Computer Engr06/01/2022
Isaac, LynnFaculty Support CoordElectrical & Computer Engr05/02/2022
Kang, GraceFinancial Admin IIICivil & Environmental Engr05/06/2022
Khan, QasimResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr06/13/2022
Kutzman, StefenFinancial Admin IIICivil & Environmental Engr06/13/2022
Lamprecht, Robert DResearch Technician IIBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory06/06/2022
Li, MingzhePostdoctoral FellowMaterials Science & Engr06/01/2022
Liang, YutongPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr06/06/2022
Lindo, MartinaCommunications Program MgrElectrical & Computer Engr06/01/2022
Min, KwanhongPostdoctoral FellowElectrical & Computer Engr05/01/2022
Natarajan, ThangamResearch Engineer IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory05/26/2022
Ortega, AlexandraDevelopment Asst SrBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory06/13/2022
Qian, ElizabethAssistant ProfessorAerospace Engineering06/14/2022
Qoku, ElsaPostdoctoral FellowCivil & Environmental Engr05/02/2022
Rohilla, PankajResearch Scientist I-LTChemical and Biomolecular Engr06/14/2022
Romero-Calvo, AlvaroAssistant ProfessorAerospace Engineering05/12/2022
Ryu, UnJinPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr06/15/2022
Seshadri, PranayAssociate ProfessorAerospace Engineering06/14/2022
Simmons, LaShone DFaculty Support CoordCivil & Environmental Engr05/01/2022
Simmons, MichelleFaculty Support CoordAerospace Engineering05/31/2022
Soria, Jason MPostdoctoral FellowCivil & Environmental Engr06/15/2022
Turner, DesireeEducational Outreach Mgr IEngineering, College of06/01/2022
Waddell, Gladys MCommunications Officer IAerospace Engineering05/23/2022
Zuba, LisaGrants Administrator LeadBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory05/01/2022

Goodbye, Winter Blues. Hello, Springtime Reboot

Looking up at a flowering tree with white blooms on Georgia Tech's campus. The tree is set against a blue sky with a jet's condensation trail and the corner of a building roof.

By: Amy Kim

March 20th marked the first day of spring, and with the season comes a time of renewal. In addition to blooming flowers and the spring green-up, the change in season has significant physical and psychological effects on our bodies. As Victorian poet Christina Rossetti said, “Spring is when life’s alive in everything.”

Indeed, there is scientific evidence to back up that feeling of rejuvenation that comes with the warmer weather and longer daylight hours.

Physical Renewal

Over 90% of vitamin D comes from direct skin exposure to sunlight, which helps maintain healthy bones, teeth, and muscles. Additionally, vitamin D is critical for maintaining brain function and immunity, with low levels linked to increased risk of heart diseases like hypertension and autoimmune diseases.

Other studies show lack of exposure to daylight is linked to lower melatonin production in the body, which is naturally produced as the body prepares for sleep.

Morning light brings those levels back down during the day, but in the shorter winter months, melatonin levels may peak and fall at later times.

Unstable melatonin production cycles can lead to mood changes associated with seasonal affective disorder, which can account for the often-dreaded moody winter months. Studies in night shift workers also show that less melatonin leads to reductions in the chemicals needed to repair DNA and unbalanced fluctuations in body weight and energy.

Mental Renewal

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spending time outdoors in green spaces is associated with reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety. The increased physical activity that comes with springtime leads to an increase in endorphin release, a natural mood booster.

A study published in the British Journal of Psychology International reported that people who use natural spaces for physical activity at least once a week cut their risk of poor mental health in half. Each extra day of physical activity can even reduce the risk by 6%.

The benefits of green spaces became especially evident during the Covid-19 pandemic. Communities with access to these spaces had better reported physical and mental health outcomes than those without.

As writer Jackee Holder puts it, “Spring is the season of hope, where we see the early signs of the labor of the winter months come to life. What a good time to notice the parallels in our own lives. Whether our New Year hopes and plans have failed or stalled, spring reminds us that there’s still time to start over again.”

Taking advantage of the opportunities spring brings — as easy as spending time in the fresh air outdoors or socializing with neighbors and friends in the warmer, sunnier weather — can significantly improve mental and physical health, giving us a fresh start for the season.

Recipes for Your Spring Table

Strawberry avocado spinach salad with avocado poppyseed dressing.

Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

From Gimme Some Oven
Recommended by Dawn Franklin, Dean’s Office

mixed berry spinach salad with strawberry balsamic vinaigrette

Mixed Berry Spinach Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

From Tasty
Recommended by Vickie Brian, Aerospace Engineering

Broccoli salad with bacon, cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese and a homemade dressing.

Broccoli Salad

From Sugar Spun Run
Recommended by Amanda Ford, Industrial and Systems Engineering

arugula and pea shoot salad in a bowl with feta and almonds

Spring Arugula and Pea Shoot Salad

From Design Mom
Recommended by Rachel Smith, Industrial and Systems Engineering

strawberry angel dessert with layers of cake, strawberries, and whipped cream

Angel Strawberry Dessert

Submitted by LaJauna Ellis, Dean’s Office

INGREDIENTS

  • 1-1/2 cups sugar 
  • 5 tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin 
  • 2 cups water 
  • 2 pounds fresh strawberries, divided 
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 
  • 1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed (4-1/2 cups) 
  • 1 prepared angel food cake (8 to 10 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes 

DIRECTIONS

For glaze, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and gelatin; stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture begins to boil. Cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool completely. Cut half the strawberries into quarters; fold into glaze. 

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in condensed milk until blended. Fold in whipped topping. 

In a 4-qt. clear glass bowl, layer half the cake cubes, glaze and cream mixture. Repeat layers. Cut remaining strawberries in half and arrange over the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Salsa fresca with tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, onions.

Salsa Fresca

Submitted by Erin Adams, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Most stores offer pre-cut veggies, but I find that dicing them yourself makes for a better end result.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 small serrano chili (or jalapeno) – stemmed, seeded & chopped
  • ¼  ounce chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup Rose’s sweetened lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 10 – 11 oz diced tomatoes, not too ripe. 
  • 1 small (or most of a medium size or 75% of large) diced red onions
  • ¼ finely diced banana pepper
  • 2 small (or most of a medium sized) green bell pepper

DIRECTIONS

Combine salt and Rose’s lime juice. Stir/shake until salt dissolves fully.

Combine salted lime juice with prepared vegetables. Mix well.

Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour prior to serving.

Strawberry Feta Salad

Submitted by Shalonda Williams, Electrical and Computer Engineering

SALAD INGREDIENTS

  • Lettuce – Any leafy green will work such as romaine, spring mix,
    arugula, spinach, kale, etc.
  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Walnuts
  • Dried cranberries
  • Feta Cheese

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Lemon
  • Honey
  • Dijon
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper

DIRECTIONS

Add salad components to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Combine dressing ingredients except oil in a mixing bowl. Whisk while slowly drizzling in olive oil until creamy. Refrigerate dressing until ready to serve.

Before serving, crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle on salad. Toss with dressing.

A bowl of kheer with a ring of whole almonds in the middle and chopped pistachios and almonds around the outer edge.

Kheer – a Pakistani dessert

Submitted by Gul Shah, Biomedical Engineering

INGREDIENTS

  • ¼ cup rice, soaked
  • 1 liter whole milk
  • 5-6 cardamom pods
  • 10 table spoon sugar
  • ¼ – ½ cup cream

DIRECTIONS

  1. Keep the rice soaked in water for an hour and then boil the rice until it is mushy – this is at least 10-15 minutes of active boiling.
  2. While that happens use a wide bottomed steel pot (NOT NON STICK) to bring your milk to a simmer.
  3. Add the cardamom pods to the milk, and keep the stove on a low temperature.
  4. Once the rice is mushy, drain the water and then mash it up thoroughly on a plate with a fork.
  5. Add to the milk mixture along with the sugar. Mix well.
  6. Cook on low – a gentle simmer for an hour. The milk will scald at the bottom of the pan but should not burn. Stir frequently so that it does not burn.
  7. The kheer will thicken and condense quite a bit in this time, add ¼ cup of the cream you are using to the kheer.
  8. Pour the kheer in a dish and keep in refrigerator for 2-3 hours before serving.
  9. You can use almonds or pistachios to garnish it.

Go Garden-ing

Spring is a great time to go tiptoeing through the tulips — or lilies or roses or whatever you like. Enjoy spring and summer in these on-campus and North Georgia gardens.

Georgia Tech Community Garden (759 Ferst Drive)

An initiative of the Students Organizing for Sustainability, the community garden is available to everyone on campus and offers small plots for both individual and group use.

A reopening celebration for the newly renovated garden located on the Experiential Walkway next to Rising Roll will take place April 21 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors will learn more about the space and how to get involved with the community garden.

Learn more about the Community Garden.

Clough Commons Rooftop Gardens

Take time to rejuvenate in Clough Commons’ rooftop garden. With 39 species of native plants, the rooftop design maximizes water collection and houses 30 solar panels that provide on-site renewable energy.

Atlanta Botanical Gardens (Atlanta)

An urban oasis abounding with indoor floral exhibits, outdoor garden settings, and dozens of sculptures, beautifully bringing together art with the natural environment. Some of Atlanta Botanical Gardens’ April features include Orchid Daze and Trolls: Save the Humans, an exhibition by Thomas Dambo.

More information

Atlanta Botanical Gardens Gainesville (Gainesville)

Opened in 2015, this offshoot of Atlanta Botanical Gardens is home to the largest conservation nursery in the Southeast. Unique to the Gainesville location is a children’s outdoor learning area as well as a series of hiking trails.

The La Calavera Catrina exhibit featuring sculptures of Dia De Los Muertos figures by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero and runs from April 1 through August 27.

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Atlanta History Center (Atlanta)

A 33-acre campus featuring beautiful natural scenery, historic houses, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. Guests can organize their visit by interest area, length of visit, and guest party count using the center’s online visit planning tool.

More information

Callaway Gardens (Pine Mountain)

Callaway features 2,500 acres of gardens, trails, and exhibits. In addition to a vast array of natural scenery, garden amenities include hotel and cabin lodging, golf greens, a lake, eateries, recreation activities, a spa, and educational centers/structures, including the Callaway Discovery Center, Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, and Callaway Brothers Azalea Bowl. The Spring Flower Fest runs through April 30.

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Gibbs Gardens (Ball Ground)

Sitting on 375 acres, Gibbs Gardens is one of the nation’s largest residential gardens. The gardens are composed of 16 gardens, including 3 feature gardens. Daffodils, cherry blossoms, tulips, azaleas, and drift roses are some of Gibbs’ colorful spring blooms.

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Spring Events

From the blooming trees to festivals galore, spring events are as plentiful as the unfortunate yellow coating of pollen. Check out some of the activities happening on campus (and beyond) in the coming weeks.

On Campus

Tech Arts Block Party – April 21

When: Friday, April 21, 6 p.m.

Where: Arts Plaza

The semester, and the Tech Arts Festival, comes to a close with a finale that will get you moving! DJ Unruely will spin all evening; GT Creatives will host an open mic; and Komansé Dance Theater will perform at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. All that creativity making you hungry? Slutty Vegan ATL will offer free boxed meals for the first 75 folks, and Chef Baker’s Place food truck will serve 75 free meals and then have their menu available for purchase.

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Spring Semester Tree Tour – April 22

When: Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m.

Where: Einstein statue at Tech Green

Have you noticed all the lovely blooming trees, shrubs, and flowers on campus? Have you found yourself thinking, huh, I’d sure like to know that plant’s name? If so, come and join us for a walking tour of campus flora on Earth Day and learn about all the beautiful trees in our own backyard!

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Musician’s Network 1000 Couches – April 22

When: Saturday, April 22, 2-11 p.m.

Where: Peters Parking Deck

GTMN’s semesterly music festival. Local bands and musicians will be performing on Peter’s Parking Deck all day! Come by for a day of live music, food, snacks, and good times!

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Pop in the Willage – April 23

When: Sunday, April 23, 7-9 p.m.

Where: West Village, Room 175

The Georgia Tech Rock and Pop bands will perform a variety of new and original music on the West Village lawn! Bring food, drinks, and friends, and be prepared to dance!

Admission is free and open to the public.

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Ivan Allen Prize: Fireside Chat with Christiane Amanpour – April 24

When: Monday, April 24, 9:30-11 a.m.

Where: Atlantic Theater, John Lewis Student Center

Georgia Tech is proud to honor the legacy of a great alumnus and civic leader, former Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen Jr. The Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage shines a light on those around the world who bravely act to improve the human condition, often in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.

The 2023 recipient is Christiane Amanpour.

The entire campus community is invited to attend a fireside chat on Monday, April 24, moderated by CNN correspondent Tom Foreman.

Ask questions prior to the event by emailing events@gatech.edu.

For more information and to RSVP, visit the Ivan Allen Jr. Prize for Social Courage webpage.

Inversion (with sky and chromatic clock): Opening Night Reception – April 25

When: Tuesday, April 25, 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Cherry Street NW, near Harrison Square

Please join us for an opening reception to celebrate the installation of Micah and Whitney Stansell’s collaborative artwork, Inversion (with sky + chromatic clock). Installed outdoors on Cherry Street near Harrison Square, the work utilizes thousands of sheets of copy paper reclaimed from the Georgia Tech Library’s recycling bins to create a fluttering “kinetic screen” suspended between the trees lining Cherry Street, spanning the road. As night falls, projections of daytime skies with clouds illuminate the paper. The projections, recorded around campus at hourly intervals throughout the day, are separated and organized by moments of saturated color that correspond to the time at which each video segment was recorded. 

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Atlanta Conference on Science and Innovation Policy – May 24-26

When: May 24-26

Where: Georgia Tech Global Learning Center

Why: The 9th Biennial Atlanta Conference on Science and Innovation Policy will include plenary sessions reflecting different facets of the science and innovation system, presentations of well-developed research, and an early career poster session to allow young researchers to present their work.

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Around Atlanta

Big Shanty Festival (Kennesaw) – April 22-23

When: Saturday April 22 & Sunday, April 23

Where: Downtown Kennesaw

The Big Shanty Festival is back with more than 150 Arts & Crafts vendors, food, live entertainment, a parade, children’s activities & a beer garden; there is something for the whole family!

A parade will kick off the festival at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 22. Crowds line the streets of downtown Kennesaw to cheer on the more than 2,000 kids that participate. These kids represent every sports association and school in the area. Local businesses, the winners of various beauty pageants, and Allatoona, Kell, Kennesaw Mountain, Harrison and North Cobb High School marching bands also add to the festivities.

Enjoy local performances and dance groups on two stages and acoustic music, featuring Scott Thompson throughout the day.

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SweetWater 420 Fest – April 22-23

When: Saturday, April 22 & Sunday, April 23 

Where: SweetWater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 

Tickets and More Info

Atlanta Arts, Vegan, and Vegetarian Festival – April 22

When: Saturday, April 22, 12-7 p.m.

Where: Westside Park, 1660 Johnson Road NW, Atlanta

The free Atlanta Arts, Vegetarian, and Vegan Festival celebrates Earth Day. In the spirit of healthy living, family, and community we celebrate the Earth. Support local and international artists, crafters, chefs, and entrepreneurs.

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Atlanta Film Festival – thru April 30

When: April 20-30

Where: Plaza Theatre, Dad’s Garage, The Carter Center

The Atlanta Film Festival, now in its sixth decade, is an Academy Award-qualifying festival and one of the region’s largest and longest-running preeminent celebrations of cinema in the Southeast United States. More than 28,000 festival attendees are expected to enjoy independent, animated, documentary, and short films selected from more than 9,000 submissions from 30 countries at the 2023 event.

More Info, Schedule & Tickets

Decatur Arts Festival – May 5-7

When: Friday, May 5 – Sunday, May 7

Where: Downtown Decatur

The free Decatur Arts Festival brings the community together through a multi-day offering of live music, dance, comedy, theatrical performances, kids’ fest, exhibitions, and an expansive and diverse artists’ market.

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Kennesaw Beer and Wine Festival – May 6

When: Saturday, May 6, 1-5 p.m.

Where: Depot Park, 2829 Cherokee St NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144

The Kennesaw Beer and Wine Festival features live music as well as over 100 beers, including local Georgia breweries as well as select breweries from all over the country. Also available at the event are tastings from a variety of ciders, spirits, and more than 25 different wines.

More Info & Tickets

Yellow Pollen Street Festival (Hampton) – May 13

When: Saturday, May 13, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where: Historic Downtown Hampton

The Hampton Business and Merchants Association is announcing its annual Yellow Pollen Street Festival. This event has become the premier spring event for artisans and craftsmen in the state, with food trucks, concessions, live music, and more.

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Sweet Auburn Springfest (Atlanta) – May 13 & 14

When: Saturday, May 13 & Sunday, May 14

Where: Historic Sweet Auburn District, 230 John Wesley Dobbs, Atlanta, Georgia

REVIVED … RECHARGED … RENEWED. Welcomes the largest family reunion in the world with music, food, vendors, and kids’ zone, and more. The purpose of the Sweet Auburn Festival is to bring awareness to the Historic Sweet Auburn District in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Dunwoody Art Festival – May 13 & 14

When: Saturday, May 13 & Sunday, May 14

Where: Dunwoody Village Parkway and the Dunwoody Village Shopping Center, 1317 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Dunwoody, Georgia

This Mother’s Day tradition will be bigger than ever, with over 130 artisans, a large Kidz Zone and lots of festival cuisine. Sunday is usually the most crowded day, so for the easiest shopping start on Saturday morning. Take a break in the Food Court and finish it all off in the afternoon. The show is Rain or Shine.

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Chastain Park Arts Festival (Atlanta) – May 13 & 14

When: Saturday, May 13 & Sunday, May 14

Where: Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30327

Named as one of the nation’s Top 100 (67) Arts Festival Nationwide by Sunshine Artist Magazine the Chastain Park Arts Festival will host its 13th annual event at Chastain Park along Park Drive for approximately 175 artists and artisans.

Visitors will enjoy fine art and crafts, a children’s area, and local food and beverage concessions including gourmet food trucks. Local acoustic musicians will enliven the atmosphere. This event is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists. Best of all, it’s entirely free to attend!

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Atlanta Cycling Festival – May 13-20

When: Saturday, May 13 – Saturday, May 20

Where: Various

We are back with rides and events all over Atlanta! Join us May 13-20 as we explore ATL on two wheels.

The event schedule will be going up soon and we have some great rides planned like…

  • Intercontinental Cocktail Ride
  • Mash2Brash
  • Donut Ride
  • The Queer Ride
  • Opening and Closing Bash
  • And of course the One Ride!

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MomoCon – May 25-28

When: Thursday, May 25 – Sunday, May 28

Where: Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta

MomoCon brings together fans of Japanese Anime, American Animation, Comics, Video Games, and Tabletop Games to celebrate their passion by costuming / cosplay, browsing the huge exhibitors hall, meeting celebrity voice talent, designers, and writers behind their favorite shows, games, and comics and much much more over this 4 day event.

More Info & Tickets

Atlanta Jazz Festival – May 27-29

When: Saturday, May 27 – Monday, May 29

Where: Piedmont Park, Atlanta

Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country. An annual celebration of the music, culture and art of jazz begins in April and culminates each Memorial Day weekend, with an outdoor festival featuring jazz artists from all over the world.

The mission of the Atlanta Jazz Festival is to expose and entertain a diverse audience of Jazz aficionados, young Jazz enthusiasts and aspiring musicians to the rich heritage and variety of Jazz as an authentic form of American music.
Atlanta Jazz Festival is produced by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (www.ocaatlanta.com).

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March & April Service Anniversaries

Congratulate our colleagues celebrating service anniversaries in March and April.

One Year

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Maji, Kamal JyotiPostdoctoral FellowCivil & Environmental Engr4/27/22
Houston, AjeeAcademic Program Coord IAerospace Engineering4/26/22
Bhavani, SivasubramaniumAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory4/25/22
Bercu, Zachary LAdjunct Associate ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory4/18/22
Rodgers, ChristopherAdjunct Assistant ProfessorBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory4/18/22
Kwak, MinguPostdoctoral FellowIndustrial & Systems Engr4/11/22
White, Tymikka DGrants AdministratorEngineered Biosystems4/11/22
Campbell, Zachary SPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr4/4/22
Bhatia, EshantPostdoctoral FellowMechanical Engineering4/1/22
Kim, ChanhoPostdoctoral FellowMaterials Science & Engr4/1/22
Flampouri, StylianiAdjunct Associate ProfessorMechanical Engineering4/1/22
Chakrabortty, TuhinPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr4/1/22
Panchal, AchyutResearch Engineer IIAerospace Engineering4/1/22
Harikrishnan, Satheesh KumarResearch Engineer IBiomedical Engr, GT/Emory4/1/22
Heo, Tae KyungResearch Engineer IIElectrical & Computer Engr3/16/22
Zhou, JunAdjunct Assistant ProfessorMechanical Engineering3/15/22
Dean, JohnInstrument Maker IIIMechanical Engineering3/14/22
El-Metwally, MohamedResearch Scientist I-LTCivil & Environmental Engr3/7/22
Kumar, SunnyPostdoctoral FellowChemical and Biomolecular Engr3/1/22

Five Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Compton, NichelleEvent Coordinator IIMechanical Engineering4/16/18
McLeod, Lynette EAdmin Mgr ICivil & Environmental Engr4/1/18
Drobny, Christopher TAcad & Res IT Supp Engr LeadIndustrial & Systems Engr4/1/18
Gulledge, Kelsey ACommunications MgrAerospace Engineering3/19/18
Mobley, LindaProject Support Spec SrIndustrial & Systems Engr3/12/18
Crawford, HarrisonFinancial Admin IIIMechanical Engineering3/1/18
Kim, Jinhwan JadenResearch Scientist IIElectrical & Computer Engr3/1/18
Steinberg, Adam MAssoc Chair-AcademicAerospace Engineering3/1/18

10 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Ali, Salam YLab & Facilities CoordCivil & Environmental Engr3/29/13
Bonilla, Candida EFinancial Admin IIIAerospace Engineering3/1/13

15 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Ramirez, DanielleAcademic Advising MgrCivil & Environmental Engr4/10/08
Hutmacher, Dietmar WAdjunct ProfessorMechanical Engineering4/1/08
Anderson, Michael BIT Support Prof Mgr SrCivil & Environmental Engr3/31/08
Foster, Dana J.Admin Mgr IElectrical & Computer Engr3/27/08
Adams, Erin DHR MgrCivil & Environmental Engr3/13/08
Malbrue, ChristopherAcademic Program Mgr IIElectrical & Computer Engr3/3/08

20 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Liu, ZhiminResearch Engineer IIAerospace Systems Design Lab4/1/03
Fritz, Hermann MProfessorCivil & Environmental Engr3/20/03

25 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Thomas, Jennifer JAsst Dir-Financial OpsMechanical Engineering4/23/98
Udell, AndrewFacilities Mgr SrCivil & Environmental Engr4/6/98

45 Years

NameJob TitleDepartmentHire Date
Rodgers, Michael ORegents ResearcherCivil & Environmental Engr3/15/78