May 2007

University Park, Pa. — Timothy Simpson, professor of mechanical and industrial engineering and engineering design, and director of the College's product realization minor, has been selected as the new director of the Learning Factory.

He will replace John Lamancusa, professor of mechanical engineering, who co-founded the facility in 1994. Read full story here. (5/07)

Engineering Commencement Held - More than 760 students received their bachelor's degrees at the College of Engineering’s spring commencement ceremony held on Friday, May 18 at the Bryce Jordan Center. This year's speaker was be Janet Cunningham, president of JBC Associates, Inc. The title of her address was ''Accept the Challenge.'' Read full story here. (5/07)

The Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering announces the promotion of three of its faculty; Dr. Mary Frecker, Dr. Eric Marsh and Dr. Matthew Mench. Read full story here. (5/07)

The Penn State FSAE (Formula Society of Automotive Engineers) Team placed 17th at the 27th Annual Formula SAE Competition.  The Team, advised by Gita Talmage, competed against approximately 106 teams from 12 countries including Australia, Finland, Japan, and Venezuela to finish in seventeenth place at the 27th Annual Formula SAE Competition held in Romeo, Michigan May 16 - 20, 2007. They also placed second in skid pad, fourth in acceleration, ninth in the Cost Competition, and tied for fourth place in the Design Competition. Read full story here. (5/07)

 

 

 

Learning Factory Celebrates it's 25th Anniversary Student Project Showcase - The College of Engineering hosted the College's first Engineering Educators & Industry Partners Day and the Learning Factory Student Project Showcase on May 3 at the HUB-Robeson Center.  The event focused on student and industry engagement and the importance of industry sponsored, real-world projects. The event was a great opportunity for students, engineering educators and industry leaders to network and share ideas and goals. Read full story here. (5/07)