ABOUT CES

The Capstone Engineering Society is the alumni association of the Lee J. Styslinger Jr. College of Engineering. This group of professionals supports growth, fosters relationships, encourages philanthropy, invests in students and engages alumni via fundraising, events and networking.

Membership is granted with a gift to the CES annual fund, which provides need-based assistance for students, student organizations and competition teams and removes barriers for participation and involvement.

During the 2025-2026 academic year, the CES awarded nearly $74,000 in scholarships to 32 engineering students.

In addition to providing vital scholarship support, the CES leads impactful initiatives within the College:

  • Supporting MentorUPP, a group that provides professional and peer mentors to undergraduate engineering and computer science students. The program served nearly 200 students during the last academic year.
  • Hosting networking socials, alumni panels and industry-related events to foster career connections and professional growth.
  • Educating the next generation of professionals who will help shape the future.
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HOW TO GIVE AND JOIN CES

Membership is granted with a gift to the CES fund. Every gift makes a difference, and membership is recognized at the following contribution levels:

New alumni (one year post-graduation) $50-$99
Rodgers Society $100-$249
Bevill Society $250-$499
Houser Society $500-$999
Comer Society $1,000-$2,499
Van de Graaff Society $2,500-$4,999
Hardaway Society $5,000-$9,999
Barnard Society $10,000+

In addition to supporting tomorrow’s engineers and computer scientists, members receive invitations to tailgates, alumni socials and exclusive content. Gifts of $250 or more will receive a CES Tuska figurine designed and 3-D printed at The Cube by engineering students.

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Visit give.ua.edu

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“Capstone Engineering Society” will auto populate under “My Gift to Alabama”

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Enter the amount you want to give

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Complete the payment details

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YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE

“While the encouragement we receive from professors and professional staff is a great motivator, it is the personal drive created by a true feeling of investment and belonging that drive each and every one of us to do more, and to be more, for ourselves and the family that has taken us in here. My education has taken off with your action as an integral catalyst.” – Jimmy McGrath, Computer Engineering, Senior

“Your gift lessens the financial burdens of this endeavor on my family…. I know that my education is giving me the tools I need to succeed as a chemical engineer. In the future I can see myself applying the knowledge I have accumulated as well as the interpersonal skills I have developed through my engineering classes and involvement in extracurricular activities to become a well-regarded and exceptional engineer….With your support I know I can do great things with my future.” – Annaliese Baietto, Chemical Engineering

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