Roque is one of 20 early-career scientists, mathematicians and engineers in this year's cohort for the prestigious national award. Graduate alum Yonglong Xie and former postdoc Henri Drake are also 2026 fellows.

A new cohort of outstanding postdoctoral fellows has joined the Society of Fellows for three years of teaching and research.

Innovation Research Grants help engineering faculty take research in bold directions to address critical issues in technology, health and the environment  — often seeding discoveries that lead to larger awards from external agencies.

The national award for mid-career faculty will support Deike's research studying cloud microphysics at cold temperature. 

Arnold will receive the Woodrow Wilson Award, Brunkow, the James Madison Medal. The awards will be presented on Alumni Day, Feb. 20, 2027.