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Engineering News Spring 2023

  • Dean's Message, Spring 2023

    It's hard to believe Spring Quarter is already here. Newly admitted students came out to get a glimpse at campus-life during Preview Day. Our Seniors are hard at work preparing for their Senior Design Conference presentations, and we are all looking forward to all of the end-of-the-year events and celebrations. The entire campus just celebrated our 10th Anniversary of the Annual Day of Giving with record-setting numbers. Thank you to everyone who generously donated to help ensure we continue to Engineer with a Mission!

  • NicaAgua: Mobile Weather Monitoring for Rural Resilience and Sustainability

    What if we told you that a mobile application is changing the game for rural communities in Esteli, Nicaragua? Developed by students and faculty in SCU’s Frugal Innovation Hub (FIH) in partnership with the Department of Environmental Sciences on behalf of the Association of Nicaraguan Social Development (ASDENIC), NicaAgua empowers farmers and communities by providing them with an advanced weather monitoring system. The story continues...

  • Robotic Arm Extrusion End Effector

    A team of seniors from different engineering disciplines developed a robotic arm end effector that can dispense highly viscous materials precisely and safely. The end effector has the potential to improve working conditions in a variety of industries by reducing exposure to hazardous materials.

  • Design, Build, Fly Competition

    A team of eight senior mechanical engineering students, under the guidance of Professor Mohammad Ayoubi, is designing and building an unmanned aircraft to compete in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Design, Build, Fly Competition in 2024. The competition involves aircraft staging, surveillance, and jamming, and the team is divided into two groups to overcome technical challenges related to aerodynamic design and structures and controls. The project aims to reinforce students' knowledge and personal development, emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and collaboration skills while aligning with Santa Clara University's strategic vision of educating the whole person.

  • Pedestrian Bridge for Innovation & Discovery

    A team of civil engineering students has designed an environmentally sustainable, accessible and educational pedestrian bridge, in partnership with the Children's Discovery Museum in San Jose. The bridge's design features timber arches and a glass deck to showcase its inner workings and components, and the use of interactive plaques to engage the public and increase interest in engineering. The Pedestrian Bridge for Innovation and Discovery project aims to inspire future generations of engineers and demonstrates the power of innovation, sustainability and education in shaping the future of civil engineering.

  • Introducing Ingenium: SCU’s First-Ever Ph.D. Student Org

    The School of Engineering is delighted to introduce the first-ever Ph.D. student organization on campus: Ingenium Ph.D. Club. The organization was established on Dec. 5, 2022, by a group of passionate Ph.D. students who wanted a space to connect, collaborate, and support one another in their academic pursuits.

  • The Essential Role of Student Organizations

    With a total of 25 student organizations in the School of Engineering alone, it’s evident that these groups are an essential part of university life, playing a crucial role in shaping the overall college experience for students. Student organizations offer students opportunities to explore and pursue their interests beyond the classroom and connect with like-minded people.

  • Order of the Engineer: A Symbolic Tradition in Engineering Ethics

    The Order of the Engineer event promotes ethics and responsibility in the engineering profession through an annual ceremony where attendees take an oath and receive a certificate and stainless steel ring. The tradition, established by Dr. Sukhmander Singh, emphasizes the importance of serving humanity and making the best use of Earth's resources.

  • The Importance of Teaching Excellence

    Every year, Santa Clara University and the School of Engineering recognize faculty who have made significant strides in teaching excellence and curriculum innovation. Faculty who meet these accomplishments may be honored with the School of Engineering Teaching Excellence Award, the University’s Brutocao Award for Teaching Excellence, or the Brutocao Award for Curriculum Innovation. These accolades are crucial in recognizing our faculty's efforts to explore innovative teaching methodologies, which ultimately result in improved learning outcomes for our students. These best practices elevate the standard of education throughout the School of Engineering, promoting a culture of excellence in teaching and learning.