Wednesday, October 1, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Historic Academy of Medicine
Attire: Dressy business/cocktail
Join us in celebrating illustrious alumni from the College of Sciences in our inaugural Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony. This meaningful celebration will honor alumni who embody Georgia Tech’s motto of Progress and Service, recognizing those who have made a lasting impact in their professions, communities, and the world.
Distinguished Alumni Recipients
This recognition honors alumni who have made significant contributions to Georgia Tech, the College of Sciences, and their School through professional achievements and dedicated service
Rutt Bridges
B.S. Physics 1973, M.S. Geophysical Sciences 1975
School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Frank Cullen, Ph.D.
B.S. Math 1973
MS Industrial and Systems Engineering 1976
Ph.D., Industrial and Systems Engineering 1984
School of Mathematics
Kelly Sepcic Pfeil, Ph.D.
M.S. Chemistry 1992, Ph.D. Chemistry 2003
School of Chemistry & Biochemistry
The Distinguished Young Scientist Excellence Award
This recognition honors one College of Sciences graduate under the age of 40 who has demonstrated early-career success and a strong commitment to the Institute and the College through engagement and service.
Kristel Topping, Ph.D.
Ph.D. Physiology, 2021
College of Sciences Impact Award
This award honors an exceptional graduate whose sustained engagement, visionary leadership, and strategic support have significantly advanced the College’s mission – shaping a lasting legacy of excellence for future generations of Georgia Tech scientists.
John Sutherland, Ph.D.
Ph.D. Physics 1967
M.S. Physics 1964
B.S. Physics 1962
