Join us for this inspiring conversation and see firsthand how class giving continues to shape the Smith Engineering experience.
The Legacy and Leadership in Class Giving Webinar is a virtual event hosted by Wally Palmer, Sc’70 Class President, and Rob Crabtree, Sc’90 Class Leader.
This inspiring session brings together the community to showcase how class giving is transforming the student experience and shaping the next generation of engineering leaders.
Wally and Rob will share the strategies behind their classes’ remarkable success, the leadership principles that have sustained long-term engagement, and the vision that continues to drive meaningful impact. Their insights will highlight how thoughtful philanthropy strengthens both student opportunity and alumni legacy.
You will also hear directly from two student teams whose innovation and growth have been made possible through class support. They will speak to the tangible impact this funding has had on their academic development, hands-on learning, and professional trajectory.
Meet the speakers
You’ll hear directly from student team members about how donor support enables them to learn, experiment, and push the boundaries of engineering design.
- – A student-led team that designs, builds, and launches high-performance rockets for national and international competitions, pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation while developing advanced skills in systems engineering, propulsion, testing, and mission execution.
- – A multidisciplinary team that designs, builds, and races a single seat off road vehicle in the Baja SAE series, continuing a 50 year legacy of strong international performance.
Participate in the conversation!
We also welcome your participation in shaping the conversation. If you have questions you’d like addressed during the webinar, you are invited to submit them during registration.
