A Caucasian man wears an orange cap and gown while sitting in orange chairs in a basketball arena.

Sager selected as CEAT’s Orange Gown recipient

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Media Contact: Desa James | Communications Coordinator | 405-744-2669 | desa.james@okstate.edu

Carson Sager was selected as the Oklahoma State University College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Orange Gown recipient for the spring 2024 semester.

Every semester, a distinguished individual from each academic college is selected to don the orange cap and gown at commencement ceremonies. Sager will represent CEAT in the orange distinction on Saturday, May 11.

The orange gown serves as a testament to Sager’s exceptional accomplishments and active participation in college activities throughout his time at OSU.

Sager has been a member of the President’s Honor Roll for the past four years as well as a member of the McKnight Scholars program. He will be receiving Bachelor of Science degrees in computer engineering and electrical engineering in addition to a minor in computer science.

Carson Sager was selected as the Oklahoma State University College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Orange Gown recipient for the spring 2024 semester. — Carson Sager, electrical and computer engineering student and Cowboy basketball player, has been selected as CEAT's Orange Gown Recipient.

Sager grew up in Wichita Falls, Texas, and always enjoyed science, technology, engineering and mathematics. He discovered an interest in hands-on learning and design at an early age. From building bridges and catapults to electrical games in middle school, Sager grew an appreciation for the engineering process and decided that engineering was the degree for him.

“I was always interested in the rapid growth and innovation of technology in today’s digital world,” Sager said.

Understanding everyday gadgets such as smartphones, gaming consoles and calculators; witnessing the fulfillment his brother, Christien, received from obtaining a degree in electrical engineering; and realizing the role electrical and computer engineers played in the fast-paced digital landscape led Sager to his specific degrees.

Sager’s interest and success don’t just stop with engineering. He has been a member of the OSU Cowboy basketball team for four years and is a two-time Academic All-Big 12 selection. With COVID-19 restrictions keeping him from playing his freshman year, Sager played in 18 games during his sophomore, junior and senior seasons.

While being a CEAT student, Sager has been a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. He has served as a volunteer for Our Daily Bread and was involved in intramural sports — all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA.

Sager also completed an internship with NASA this past summer.

Following graduation, Sager plans to pursue a master’s degree and research in Very Large Scale Integration Design and Computer Architecture with Dr. James Stine.

“First, I want to thank my family, and parents specifically, for always loving and supporting me. Without them, I would never have the confidence nor ability to accomplish what I have thus far,” Sager said.

“I would also like to thank both the ECE faculty and my coaches for providing the best teaching and mentoring that I could ask for. A person is only as great as those they surround themself with.”