Israel Miller

He/Him/His

• What does being a First-Generation College Graduate mean to you?

It means a new future and potential for my family.

• What is your proudest moment from your time at UCSD?

Meeting my new baby at the Jacobs Medical Center, January 2020.

• What advice do you have for current or future first-generation students?

Help others and you will end up helping yourself.

• Who are the family members, friends or loved ones who have been most influential throughout your college journey? Are there any words of gratitude you would like to share with them?

My wife, Tiffany, my sisters Rachael and Raquel, and my cousin Brad and his wife Amy. I couldn't have made it without you.

• Who are the staff, faculty or mentors who have been most influential throughout your college journey? Are there any words of gratitude you would like to share with them?

Dr. Drews, Dr. Russ, Dr. Opatkiewicz, and Dr. Shah. You are amazing teachers, demonstrating a passion for your field and a dedication to your students that is truly inspiring. I hope you know that I appreciate all that you have done for me and my fellow students and will endeavor to emulate that in whatever I do.

• What do you plan or hope to do after graduating?

Wastewater Engineering

Campus Affiliations

Campus Involvement

• Rocket Propulsion Laboratory