Alumni Success
Our alumni continue to make lasting impacts in STEM fields worldwide, while remaining dedicated mentors and supporters of our program.
100% STEM Career Success
Over the last 3 years, 100% of our alumni have pursued STEM careers, demonstrating the lasting impact of their robotics experience and the strong foundation they built with us.
Ongoing Mentorship
Year-Round Support
Given their dedication and experience, our alumni return every year to guide our team for the new season. Knowledge from beyond high school strengthens the entirety of the team. They continuously provide support and insight even when they are not with us.
Even after graduating, our alumni mentor our growing team by sharing their insights throughout the season. They support subgroups like programming and mechanical by calling us during meetings and giving us their feedback.
Event Participation
We've proudly inspired hundreds of students and invite our alumni to return to FRC regionals and events as spectators and as mentors. Their presence serves as inspiration for current members and demonstrates the lasting bonds formed through robotics.
Remote Mentoring
Alumni join team meetings virtually to provide technical guidance and share industry insights
Subgroup Leadership
Specialized mentoring for programming, mechanical, and business subteams
Competition Support
Regular attendance at competitions as mentors and inspiration for current students
Knowledge Transfer
Sharing college and industry experience to strengthen team capabilities
Orics Partnership
A shining example of alumni giving back, Orics represents the entrepreneurial spirit and continued commitment of our graduates.
Alumni-Founded Company
For the past 15 years, two of our alumni members have manufactured parts for our robot through Orics, an East Williston alumni-run company. This partnership demonstrates the long-term commitment our graduates have to supporting the next generation of our team.
Parts of our robot and game piece elements are donated to us every year by Orics, providing professional-grade manufacturing support that gives us a competitive edge while teaching current students about industry-standard practices.
This partnership serves as an inspiring example of how our alumni continue to have an everlasting impact on our team and the FIRST community, even years after graduation.
Manufacturing Excellence
Professional-grade parts and game pieces manufactured to competition standards
Local Impact
East Williston-based company supporting local STEM education
Financial Support
Many of our alumni go above and beyond to remain a part of the FIRST community through generous financial contributions.
Regional Competition Access
Some alumni donate money to give us the opportunity for regionals, ensuring that financial constraints don't limit our competitive aspirations. Their support allows us to participate in events that might otherwise be out of reach.
This financial backing demonstrates their belief in the program's value and their commitment to ensuring future students have the same transformative experiences they did.
Resource Accessibility
Others give us access to customized parts and specialized equipment, leveraging their professional networks and resources to benefit the team. This support often includes access to advanced manufacturing capabilities and industry-standard tools.
These contributions help level the playing field, allowing us to compete with much larger, better-funded programs through the generosity of our alumni network.
Notable Alumni Career Paths
Engineering
Mechanical, electrical, and software engineering roles at leading technology companies
Entrepreneurship
Founding successful companies like Orics and other STEM-focused businesses
Advanced Education
Pursuing graduate degrees at prestigious universities worldwide in STEM fields
Our alumni network spans the globe, with graduates working at top technology companies, leading research institutions, and founding innovative startups. Their diverse career paths demonstrate the versatility and strength of the foundation built through their CyberCats experience.
Lasting Legacy
Inspiring Current Students
The success of our alumni serves as powerful motivation for current team members, showing them concrete examples of where their robotics journey can lead. Seeing former teammates thriving in STEM careers reinforces the value of their current efforts and sacrifices.
Alumni often return to share their experiences, providing mentorship not just in technical areas but also in career planning, college selection, and professional development.
Community Impact
Through their continued involvement, alumni help us maintain our high standards and ambitious goals despite being a small team. Their professional expertise allows us to tackle complex technical challenges and compete effectively against much larger programs.
Our alumni network has become an integral part of our identity, proving that once a CyberCat, always a CyberCat.
Building Tomorrow's Leaders
Our alumni success stories are not just individual achievements - they represent the power of the CyberCats program to transform lives and create lasting positive impact in the world. Each graduate carries forward the values of innovation, teamwork, and service that define our team culture.
As our alumni continue to excel in their careers and give back to our program, they ensure that our legacy will continue to inspire and support future generations of STEM leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.