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KU's Earth, Energy Environment Center Now Open; Houses Labs for Petroleum Engineering
What is the first thing you notice about the new Earth, Energy & Environment Center at the University of Kansas? It’s really connected. ...
Expo Offers Opportunity to Explore Wonders of KU Engineering
Elementary and middle school students will flood the University of Kansas School of Engineering complex in March for Engineering Expo, a two-day event designed to allow young minds to explore STEM disciplines. ...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 8
Today marks the final day of SELF on the Road 2017. We enjoyed a relaxing morning at the hotel and then traveled to In-N-Out Burger. Many burgers, shakes, and animal-style fries were consumed by our group of engineers. Out of the entire group, there were seven people who enjoyed the...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 5
On Tuesday, SELF Fellows visited The Spaceship Company located near the Mojave Air and Space Port. The Spaceship Company is a Virgin Galactic company. We were given a tour of the facility and had many questions answered by Steve Ericson, a KU Aerospace Engineering graduate and current Aerospace Engineering Advisory...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 6
Today we had a busy day visiting two companies—Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems, Inc. in Irvine and California Resources Corporation in Long Beach. ...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 4
Our group's first stop on this beautiful Sunday morning was the Getty Center. The Center is known for its famous artworks, gardens, architecture and hill-top views of Los Angeles. In order to reach the center, our group took a 5-minute tram ride up the hill. ...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 7
We started off our day at the corporate offices of Avery Dennison by jumping into the business perspective. Cynthia Guenther, Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations, gave us a company overview highlighting the different areas of the business including RFID tags, adhesives, and medical technologies. We got a sense...
SELF ON THE ROAD 2017 - DAY 3
Saturday brought out our adventurous sides as we piled in the vans and traveled to Angeles National Forest to attempt to hike Mt. Baldy, the highest peak in the National Park, recommended by Dr. Wiles. We enjoyed the views of the San Gabriel Mountains from a ski lift which took...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 1
The first day of SELF on the Road 2017 began with the senior cohort meeting at Kansas City International Airport before dawn in order to catch a plane to the beautiful city of Los Angeles, California. Once the plane had arrived and we had all gotten our luggage, we piled...
SELF on the Road 2017 - Day 2
Today we visited the Center of the Universe, and I have a lovely sticker to prove it. We had the wonderful opportunity to visit NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). SELF Alumna Sarah Elizabeth McCandless was our tour guide. ...
2017 Engineering Recognition Ceremony 8 a.m., Saturday, May 13, 2017 Allen Fieldhouse
The University of Kansas School of Engineering Recognition Ceremony will be from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 13, at Allen Fieldhouse, 1651 Naismith Drive. The event honors students who have applied to graduate during the spring and summer semesters. A reception for graduates, their family and friends, faculty...
Foundation Professors Focus on Green Chemistry, Cancer Research
Two new Foundation Distinguished Professors in the School of Engineering bring a wealth of private- and public-sector expertise and experience that will help KU broaden its teaching and research ambitions. ...
Researchers at KU, WVU to strengthen water-stewardship practices for U.S. energy production
LAWRENCE — Every year in the U.S., a whopping 20 billion barrels of water are generated as a byproduct of domestic oil and gas recovery, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. ...
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 7 (Houston)
On our final day for SELF on the Road, we visited NASA Johnson Space Center. We were greeted and hosted by SELF Class of 2015 alumna Olivia Armstrong. At JSC we toured the Neuroscience Laboratory and learned about how NASA studies the effects of microgravity on the inner ear and...
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 6 (Houston)
On Thursday morning, the Fellows were greeted by several KU alumni at Chevron Philips Chemical. After arriving in Houston the day before, the group got to spend several hours speaking with CP Chem executives and hear their paths that led them to success within the chemicals industry. ...
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 5 (Houston)
On Wednesday morning, we loaded up the bus in Austin and prepared to drive to Houston to meet Bob Peebler at KIPP Houston High School, a public charter school. Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) schools were started in 1994 and focus on developing knowledge as well as character in their...
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 3 (Austin)
After an early breakfast, SELF was on the road to Emerson Electric. A large company with a diverse portfolio, we met primarily with the Process Management division who work to deliver technical solutions and support for complex industrial processes. ...
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 1 (Austin)
Saturday marked our first day of Self on the Road 2016. After landing in Austin, TX we headed over to Iron Cactus for a delicious meal. They proved it’s never too early for dessert, ending the meal with a sweet treat of crème brulee tarts and chocolate cake. ...
2016 Engineering Recognition Ceremony 8 a.m., Saturday, May 14, 2016 Allen Fieldhouse
Future Cities Winners Announced, KU Engineering Awards More than $18k in Scholarships
Two middle schools from Lawrence, Kan., claimed the top two spots at the Great Plains Future City Competition, hosted Jan. 23, at the University of Kansas School of Engineering. More than 400 middle school students from the across the Midwest gathered to present futuristic cities along with their innovative waste...
Spring Engineering and Computing Career Fair Set for Feb. 11
More than 100 companies and agencies will attend the Spring Engineering and Computing Career Fair, set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Kansas Union. Students should review the complete of employers and study those of interest prior to arriving at the event. ...
KDOT Opens Office on KU Campus
As a means of strengthening its relationship with the University of Kansas and addressing engineer retention, the Kansas Department of Transportation has opened an office on the KU Lawrence campus. ...
Fall Recognition Ceremony Set for Saturday, Dec. 12
The Engineering Recognition Ceremony for fall 2015 graduates of the University of Kansas School of Engineering will begin promptly at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at the Crafton-Preyer Theatre in Murphy Hall. Graduates, their friends and family, as well as School of Engineering faculty and staff are welcome to attend. ...
School of Engineering Officially Dedicates LEEP2, Structural Testing and Student Projects Facility
SELF on the Road 2016 - Day 4 (Austin)
We departed from the hotel this morning at 8:30am to meet with Marty Burger from American Constructors. Due to the rain, plans were altered so we ended up spending all of our time at only one jobsite. We ended up at one of the new high schools (Tom Glenn High...