May 27, 2026
Sabina Minta-Jacobs enrolled in Trine University’s Master of Science in Engineering
Management (MSEM) program to gain expertise in areas relevant to her field.
She excelled in the program and was named its Outstanding Student for the Class of 2026. She plans to use the skills she has gained to advance in her engineering career.
Strong reputation, flexibility
Sabina was attracted to Trine University by its strong reputation for supporting graduate student success and by the flexibility the university’s curriculum offers.
The MSEM allowed her to mix and match courses in systems engineering, operational efficiency and management that aligned with her career aspirations.
“Choosing to pursue the MSEM at Trine University meant that I will be able to strengthen my strategic thinking skills and bridge theory with real-life applications, helping me become a more effective and well-rounded leader,” she said.
“I especially enjoyed the opportunity to apply all the concepts learned in class in real-life applications. The assignments and projects were directly relevant to my professional career and enabled me to grow both professionally and academically.”
She also benefitted from the opportunity to collaborate with peers.
“When brainstorming solutions to project challenges, collaborating with peers allowed me to learn the value of an analytical mindset and adaptability, which mirrored real-world situations in my career,” she commented.
She plans to continue to advance in her engineering career by taking on leadership roles.
“I am focused on projects that drive innovation, and I aim to grow into senior leadership roles where I can influence and also mentor others,” she said. “Trine University prepared me to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes through leadership.”
She highly recommends the MSEM program to anyone looking to advance their career.
“The classes at Trine University are designed for you to succeed as a professional,” she said. “It is a premium choice for anyone looking for flexibility without compromising on career and academic success.”
Alence Poudel had a strong civil engineering background but saw the need for wider expertise in his work. Seeing missed opportunities to use data to solve increasingly complex infrastructure challenges, Alence enrolled in Trine University’s Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program.
Taleb Al-theanat works in the energy sector and is seeing that industry being transformed by artificial intelligence, renewable energy and evolving market dynamics.
Michaela Doiron hopes to one day design prosthetics for children or veterans, and the Trine University biomedical engineering major has made two big strides toward that dream.