A Special Topics class - BSEN 492 (Introduction to Engineering: Athletics) - is being offered for the first time in spring semester 2015. The class, developed for freshmen, teaches the basics of engineering with focus on athletics. There is still plenty of room in both sections. Sign up soon. Continue reading…
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UNL College of Engineering students can use N-E-Ride for FREE transportation Mondays through Fridays between the Lincoln (Othmer Hall) and Omaha (PKI and UNMC) campuses. At 8 a.m. and every two hours until 6 p.m., a van will leave Othmer and another from PKI. Continue reading…
The college is creating a new chapter of the national Engineering Ambassadors Network, a group of university programs, and is looking for undergraduate students who are interested in helping to engage the next generation of engineers. Continue reading…
The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is typically the first step in the process leading to the PE license. It is designed for recent graduates and students who are close to finishing an undergraduate engineering degree. Students interested in taking the FE can find out more online at Continue reading…
(LNK) A Graduation Recognition Program and Reception for December 2014 graduates is planned for Friday, Dec. 19. The program begins at 1 p.m. in the City Campus Union Auditorium with a reception to follow in the Regency Room. Students should RSVP online by Dec. 15. Continue reading…
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/taqj(LNK) Need a break from your routine or a little help with homework? Study Stops offer a space to study on your own, work in groups or meet with a learning consultant. Also, free coffee, tea and hot chocolate are provided. Continue reading…
(LNK) Allison Hinesley will be outside of the Engineering Library (W204 Nebraska Hall) every Wednesday this semester from 11 a.m.-noon to answer questions about opportunities to study abroad and the processes involved. This is a great way to start the conversation and get more information.
(LNK) Engineers Without Borders (EWB) is selling pizza slices every Thursday in Nebraska Hall, near the stairs on the west side of the building. Members of EWB will sell the pizza and drinks beginning at 10:30 a.m. until they are gone.
(OMA) Commencement ceremonies will take place in UNO's Sapp Fieldhouse on Saturday, Dec. 20. Each candidate's name will be read as they walk across the stage and receive their diploma cover. A celebratory reception in the Milo Bail Student Center will follow each ceremony.
More details at: http://www.unomaha.edu/commencement/schedule/index.php
(OMA) Engineering Study Stops will be held three times a week in PKI. Students can work in groups, get help with their math, chemistry and physics courses and meet with peer tutors. Study stop times are Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Sundays 6-9 p.m.
(OMA) Applications are being accepted for three Spring 2015 scholarships - each offering at least $1,000 - that are open to Omaha engineering students. Applications are available in PKI 391. Deadline is Dec. 1. For more information, contact Leah Ellis at lellis@nebraska.edu. Continue reading…
(OMA) The Omaha chapter of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) will have an introductory meeting Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. in PKI 130. Group will discuss election of officers and year's activities. For more information, contact Karl Foxhoven at kfoxhoven@unomaha.edu