Smith says the coolest part of his job is working with the scientists and engineers "who bring nuclear safeguards, treaty verification, satellite sensors, nuclear waste handling, and so much more from concept to reality."

Azizi was named one of the Alumni Association 40 Under 40 Class of 2020.

"My degree equipped me with a pragmatic, policy-oriented problem-solving framework that also appreciates the role of science and technology in foreign affairs — a unique asset of a Georgia Tech international affairs education."

Poole is completing a fellowship program at the National Nuclear Security Administration.

"The policy landscape for immigration is constantly in flux, providing learning and problem-solving opportunities on a daily basis," Westly says.