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Q&A: Mechanical engineering grad turns curiosity into a career path

Andrew McDonnell ’26 never stopped dreaming about the stars. As a child, he looked up at the sky, wondering what was out there, and that curiosity followed him to Թ Poly, where he pursued a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, took aerospace courses, and worked on a lunar mobility senior capstone project. He graduates on May 9.

Q&A: Computer science grad steps into leadership and opportunity

Samantha Bentley ’26 didn’t always feel ready to step into leadership or research roles during her time as a computer science student at Թ, but discovered she grew the most by doing it anyway. She will receive her bachelor’s degree on Saturday, May 9.

Q&A: Math grad finds his future in cybersecurity

For James Young ’26, a love of math and curiosity about how systems work opened the door to an unexpected passion for cybersecurity. That discovery led to leadership roles, competitive success, and a clear path into the field after he graduates from Թ with a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics on May 9.

Dr. Lily Li is a Professor of Physics at Թ, where she specializes in materials science, analytical imaging, advanced manufacturing, and biomedical devices. Prior to joining Թ Poly in 2025, she spent 11 years at SUNY Potsdam, where she advanced to Full Professor and developed a 3-2 Engineering dual-degree program with Clarkson University. Her work emphasizes experiential learning and research-driven education to prepare students for careers in STEM fields.