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In a recent Caltech Career Conversations episode, software engineer Mason Smith (BS '09 MA, BS '09 CS) reflected on leaving grad school, 15 years at one company, and redefining balance and long-term growth. Watch today: youtube.com/watch?v=-A0SEy…

Project Hail Mary stars Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller recently toured JPL’s Mission Control after a panel with the film’s creative team. NASA experts supported the production, and astronaut Kjell Lindgren shared insights with Gosling during filming. Read: jpl.nasa.gov/images/ryan-go…

Join fellow Techers in Atlanta during the ACS Spring Meeting for a Caltech reception celebrating members of the Division of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering. Register by March 19: alumni.caltech.edu/event/caltech-…

This is the last call! Applications for the Chang Career Exploration Prize close today at 11:59 p.m. PT. The award provides up to $65K to support early-career alumni exploring new paths and impactful ideas. If you’re ready, submit today. Make it count: alumni.caltech.edu/chang-career-e….

48 hours left! The Chang Prize offers up to $65K to support early-career alumni exploring new ideas and new paths. Started an application or thinking about it? Now’s the time to submit. Every great project starts with one step. Apply now: alumni.caltech.edu/chang-career-e…

Join Techer Live for Einstein: Beyond the Myth. Explore Albert Einstein’s years at Caltech and how science, politics, and exile shaped his choices during a pivotal moment in history. 📅 Apr 15, 2026 ⏰ 12–1:15 p.m. PT 💻 Online 🎟 Free Details: alumni.caltech.edu/event/einstein…

A great reunion doesn’t happen by accident, it starts with saying yes. Register for Milestone Class Dinners, invite your Techer friends, pull out your Caltech gear, and make it a full spring weekend with Seminar Day. Register by May 1: alumni.caltech.edu/milestone-clas…

San Diego Techers! Join fellow alumni in the area for an evening with Caltech President Thomas F. Rosenbaum. Hear Institute updates, take part in a Q&A, and connect with the local alumni community over appetizers and drinks. Register by March 18: alumni.caltech.edu/event/caltech-…

There's only one week left. If you graduated within the past 10 years and have a project or career direction you’re excited to explore, the Chang Prize offers $65K to support your next step. There’s still time, but not much. Apply now: alumni.caltech.edu/chang-career-e…

The Chang Prize supports early-career alumni exploring paths beyond their field—with $65K to pursue bold ideas, new research, and projects with real-world impact. Your next chapter can look different. Apply now: alumni.caltech.edu/chang-career-e…

Inspired by personal experience, PhD student Camila Farrés is using behavioral economics to study how individuals make decisions under risk, helping to inform economic policy to tackle poverty. Article: initiativeforstudents.caltech.edu/story-listings…

Mentors needed in Pasadena, CA! On March 12, undergrads will present research posters and seek candid insight from alumni across academia, industry, startups and government. No prep is needed. Learn more and register by March 10: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

It’s #EWeek2026. Meet engineering student Gilchrist Johnson who is helping drive research behind Caltech’s autonomous race car. Read more: initiativeforstudents.caltech.edu/story-listings…

What makes a reunion unforgettable? Familiar faces, shared stories, and real connection. Milestone Class Dinners are that and more. The event starts with House happy hours, followed by cocktails & dinner at the Athenaeum. Register to join: alumni.caltech.edu/milestone-clas…

Career exploration takes courage—and resources. The Chang Prize offers $65K to support bold career shifts, passion projects, and new ideas once out of reach. Graduated in the past 10 years? Then apply for the 2026 Chang Prize and invest in what’s next: alumni.caltech.edu/chang-career-e…

After the Eaton Fire displaced Caltech staff and neighbors, alumni, students, and faculty rallied — raising funds, hosting events, and rebuilding joy together. A powerful reminder that community connection helps heal even the hardest chapters. Details: magazine.caltech.edu/post/joy-after…

On February 12, five Techers from Google, Apple, Microsoft, and leading research labs cut through the hype to discuss which AI applications deliver real results in science and which are still only hype. If you missed it, watch the recording now: youtube.com/watch?v=5W6qEk…

From Caltech aerospace engineer to NBC’s curling statistician! Derek Surka (BS '94) is covering his fifth Olympic Games, using data to highlight the strategy and human stories behind every match. Read more in @Caltech Magazine: magazine.caltech.edu/post/socaltech…

Love tabletop games? 🎲 Join Caltech Together: Baltimore at Unpub Festival 2026 on March 15. Hosted by Susan Chen (MS '00), Techers can playtest unpublished games, share feedback, and connect locally. Free for playtesters, advance registration required: alumni.caltech.edu/event/caltech-…

Seattle Techers: Join us March 24 (6–8 p.m. PT) at the Rainier Club for an evening of scientific conversation with Caltech President Thomas F. Rosenbaum. Reconnect locally and explore the questions shaping Caltech today and ahead. Details: alumni.caltech.edu/event/caltech-… #CaltechAlumni