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he word ‘science’ when echo into ears, the first thing comes to
Tmind is innovation and curiosity. Plenty of innovation has taken
place in this world since the evolution of mankind that has made a
deep impact on humans’ lives. The current wave of IT and
telecommunication services have further fuelled the growth of innovation.
In current times, many charismatic and enthralling innovations are making
news all around the world.
The disastrous effects of CO2 emission are surfacing in the world in the
form of global warming. Rise in temperature, glacier melting, sea level
rise are not only affecting the ecological system but also seen as an alarm
bell for the future of humanity in this planet. But scientists have now
invented a revolutionary way to turn CO2 into stone which is seen as a
pragmatic solution to curb global warming. Scientists have pushed CO2
into the volcanic rock where the basalts react with the gas to form
carbonate minerals, which turned up into limestone. Generally, this process
takes thousands of years to turn CO2 into limestone but this new method
has made that happen in just two years.
Another notable milestone in recent times is the invention of solar cells
that can have the potential to generate energy not only from sunlight but
from raindrop as well. The scientists coated solar panels with a thin layer
of graphene to exploit the Lewis acid-base interaction, which turned into
generating power even in a less-than-ideal weather condition.
The invention of the largest prime number is also very fascinating. Great
Internet Mersenne Prime Search (GIMPS) in 2017 found that the largest
prime number is 277,232,917 − 1, a number with 23,249,425 digits.
It would not have been possible to believe that electronic data can be
stored for 13.8 billion years, had I told you this fact some 20 years ago,
when IT was in its nascent stage. But now scientists have developed a
nano-structured glass-looking device which can store data up to 360TB
and can remain unhampered even in a temperature up to 1000 degrees.
And the average life of this nano structured device is more fascinating, i.e
13.8 billion years.
There are plenty more thrilling inventions and advancements happening in
the world of science which are closely seen by citizens all across as the
ultimate impact of all these invention will lead towards the better future of
humanity and mankind. But to continue this trend of innovation, our
universities and educational institutes also should be able to supply the talent
that our industry is looking for. With simulation based training environment,
robust industry oriented curriculum, and advanced IT enabled laboratories,
we can nurture future scientists that can have the potential to invent much
more fascinating things that this world desperately needs. Ultimately, it is the
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8. hile every bachelor’s degree has its own significance, but when it comes to aiming for pinnacle,
Wengineering education leads the race. Every student aspires to live a lavish lifestyle without the
dearth of any resources, and engineering education is one such path that promises to fulfill such
aspiration.
Not only in contemporary era, but since medieval ages the world has witnessed engineering marvels which
have pulled everyone’s attention towards it. Those engineering masterpieces also have encouraged many
people especially students to look after this career path on a serious note.
Creativity, innovation, logical reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving ability and soft skills are the core
ethos of engineering which make a great engineer. Without these traits, no matter how well a student
performs in the examination, will find it difficult to reach the top destination. Nurturing and inculcating these
traits becomes vital for an overall development of student and to make them future ready for any challenges.
To uncover the curtain and to spread the light regarding the top engineering education providers, we have
come up with this issue of “The 10 Best Colleges for Engineering in America 2018”. This issue features
those engineering colleges who have built a strong repute with their excellent curriculum, robust
infrastructure, expert faculty and exceptional placement services.
University of Notre Dame is a private, not-for-profit Catholic university based in Indiana. Sprawling over
1,250 acres, Notre Dame is recognized as one of the top universities in the world.
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is committed to the pursuit of excellence in undergraduate,
graduate and continuing professional education. SUNY Polytechnic Institute transform students’ lives through
the power of education by providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degree programs, in
addition to graduate programs, and workforce development programs. Widener University endeavors to
educate students who will engage and lead today’s increasingly diverse society. Miami Dade College has an
excellent learning environment that challenges students and empowers them to attain their academic goals.
St. Cloud State University, Michigan Technological University, East Valley Institute of Technology, New
Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology and Northwestern State University of Louisiana are some other
prominent engineering colleges that are known for their exemplary academic offerings.
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11. We combine technical inquiry with a creative bent to develop innovations that can improve the
health, well-being, and quality of life for all people. Our mission is to create and transfer
knowledge that reflects a profound and complete respect for the dignity of all people and for the
greater good of humanity.
Founded in 1842, the University of Notre Dame is a private, not-for-profit Catholic university
based in Indiana. Sprawling over 1,250 acres, Notre Dame is recognized as one of the top
universities in the world. With a student representation from all 50 states and more than 100
countries, Notre Dame has built a reputation as a place where faith is treasured, diverse traditions
are shared and respected, and rigorous academic standards are applied. Strong curricula across its
many programs, NCAA Division I athletics, and numerous service and extracurricular
opportunities create a dynamic learning environment in which students learn and live to their
fullest capacity. The University’s alumni count is considered strongest among U.S. colleges, and it
is one of the few universities that regularly rank among the top 25 in the U.S. by the annual U.S.
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12. Academic Offerings and Extracurricular Activities
The University provides a wide range of academic programs
through its College of Engineering, College of Arts and
Letters, College of Science, Mendoza College of Business,
School of Architecture, and the Keough School of Global
Affairs. Within the College of Engineering, there are five
departments offering a variety of degree options — aerospace
and mechanical engineering, chemical and biomolecular
engineering, civil and environmental engineering and
earth sciences, computer science and engineering, and
electrical engineering. It also offers a wide range of study
abroad options and the Integrated Engineering and Business
Practices Curriculum that is extremely popular among
students and employers. In addition to exemplary academic
offerings, Notre Dame and the College of Engineering offer a
multitude of local and global service opportunities so students
may begin using their technical skills to impact the lives of
those around them, from local food drives to Notre Dame
Students Empowering through Engineering Development.
Accomplishments
• The University of Notre Dame received $138.1 million in
research funding for the fiscal year (FY) 2017. This
Dean of Notre Dame Engineering
Peter Kilpatrick is the Matthew H.
McCloskey Dean of Engineering. He
joined the University in January 2008.
Prior to this, he served at North
Carolina State University as the head
of the Department of Chemical and
Biomolecular Engineering.
Kilpatrick believes that to nurture
leadership in engineering, students
must possess four C’s: Competence,
Compassion, Commitment, and
Character. To that end, he has been
instrumental in the development of
academic programs, enhanced
facilities, and new buildings, all aimed
at supporting student growth and
success while at the University and
after graduation.
A proficient teacher and exemplary
researcher, Kilpatrick has a deep
expertise in colloidal and interfacial
science. His work in the colloidal and
molecular properties of crude oil and
biological membranes is well-
recognized and is focused on making
energy more efficient and better for the
environment.

13. amount surpassed the previous record of $133.7
million in FY 2015.
• Notre Dame’s College of Engineering will lead
a new $26 million research center focusing on
improving the performance, efficiency, and
capabilities of next-generation computing
technologies.
• Chemical engineers at the University of Notre
Dame are contributing their expertise in
materials development and modeling to a new
$19.7 million research center that focuses on
new methods of converting shale gas reserves
into chemicals and transportation fuel.
• Researchers in the College of Engineering have
developed a novel platform to accurately detect
and identify the presence and severity of
peanut allergies, without directly exposing
patients to the allergens.
• The College of Engineering is also building one
of the country’s largest quiet hypersonic wind
tunnels on the Notre Dame campus.
Becoming an Engineer
Although they do not have to declare a major until
the beginning of their sophomore year, first-year
students at Notre Dame who have indicated an
interest in engineering start their University career
with a course sequence that introduces them to the
different engineering disciplines. These hands-on
courses help students identify areas of interest
while also giving them unique firsthand
experiences working as engineers individually and
in teams.
Students also have a variety of research
opportunities available to them all year round.
From the Notre Dame Nanofabrication Facility to
the Energy Center, engineering undergraduates
work in labs side by side with internationally
known faculty and with graduate students.
However, the value of a Notre Dame degree is not
only in the things one learns and the experiences
one gains but also in learning “how to learn,”
because an individual’s ability to learn and adapt to
meet the needs of society is critical for success as
an engineer.

14. Diversity Spurs Creativity and Innovation
Multiethnic, multilingual peoples come from across the
globe to America and represent multiple faiths and
traditions. A true melting pot, America is one of the most
diverse nations on Earth. Notre Dame understands and
welcomes the benefits of such diversity. It spurs
creativity while encouraging different views and
approaches in order to develop solutions to the
challenges this world is facing.
That is why it is important to the University and the
College of Engineering that all programs represent the
demographics of the country. Notre Dame remains
committed to excellence and dedicated to the growth and
development of all students and faculty in order to
ensure diversity and inclusivity. One example is the
College of Engineering’s consistent record in admitting
women to its programs (approximately twice than the
national average).
Popular Events Held on Campus
Everyone has heard of Notre Dame football, and home
games (for all sports) are all very popular. But there are
some other events that are pretty popular too.
• Engineering Industry Day: This annual career fair
provides opportunities for engineering students to
interact with potential employers for full-time
employment and internships.
• Majors Night: Majors Night gives first-year students
a chance to talk to faculty and other students (already
in specific programs) in order to find out more about
the different majors before choosing a program.
• Energy Week: For more than a decade, this campus-
wide event has highlighted energy-related research
and issues. Activities include films, speakers, tours of
the Notre Dame power plant, and more.
• GE Girls Summer Camp: For five years running, GE,
Notre Dame’s College of Engineering students and
alumnae, and the South Bend Schools have teamed
up to give girls in grades 6-9 a taste of what it is like
to be an engineer. The weeklong camp exposes these
young women to different fields of science,
technology, engineering, and math.
Financial Aid at Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame is one of the 66 colleges
nationally that is committed to providing financial aid to
undergraduate students for all four years. More than
half of last year’s first-year students who applied for
financial aid received an average need-based scholarship
of $37,400.
• Nearly 75 percent of undergraduate students receive
some form of financial aid.
• Approximately 50 percent of first-year students
receive University aid.

15. What Notre Dame Engineering Students Say
“Whatever a person is going through, Notre Dame students lift one another up instead of bringing each
other down. You are not alone. There is a focus on the whole person instead of a single dimension, and it
makes a difference.” — Katherine Shih, mechanical engineering and mathematics
“Engineering is difficult, but it teaches you that failure is okay. Learning how to solve a problem from a
failure is the most important skill I have learned.” — Theodore Dilenschneider, chemical engineering
“From an early age, I have known that in whatever I do for a job I wanted to help people. I think that
developing a deeper faith in life has made me more sure of myself and the gifts I have been given. It has
helped me to discern the next steps and recognize where I am being called.” — Claire Nauman,
environmental engineering
“I talked to some Notre Dame alumni at home and realized that coming here would not be a typical
college experience. It is more a family-like bond that will last a lifetime.” — Matthew Perez, computer
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ngineering is a vast and a global subject and hence there are immense things an engineer can do in order
Eto better the society. The recent advancements due to technology have introduced a new world of
possibilities for an engineer. The only limitations placed here are one’s imaginations. With passing time
we can notice that engineering, as a course has not lost its gleam. A large number of students are still enrolling
for this course due to the new promising opportunities. Students, who choose to pursue a career in engineering,
are more confused about choosing the right college to get enrolled in. Due to the global demand there are
countless educational institutions who are offering engineering courses. But yes, the best is what attracts both the
parents and students.
Downpour of Choices
The United States has more than 300 universities which are recognized by the Accreditation Board of
Engineering and Technology (ABET); the national organization that ensures standard competence among the
engineering colleges. On a count, there are more than 200 universities which offer courses in mechanical
engineering and almost about 300 universities offer courses in computer or electrical engineering. Apart from
these major streams, U.S universities also offering degrees in agricultural engineering (31), construction
engineering (25), manufacturing engineering (31), environmental engineering (80), biomedical engineering (62),
software engineering (22), and more.
Globally Renowned Academia
Putting aside the ‘specific major’, one of the most outstanding features influencing the universities chosen by
students is its reputation. U.S has some of the best renowned universities that offer engineering programs.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, Georgia Institute of Technology, University
of Michigan, University of California, Berkeley (UCB), California Institute of Technology, University of Illinois
at Urbana- Champaign, University of Texas at Austin, Prude University and Princeton University are few of the
best universities that offer engineering. Nevertheless, there is no need for an introduction to these universities as
these are few of the globally renowned colleges in engineering discipline. They are not only accepted for their
academic excellence, but also for other varied reasons. Another major aspect of studying in these universities is
the flexibility of the educational system. During the undergraduate level, students can choose different courses
before deciding their choice for major. Hence, students find enough time to explore and find their interests
accordingly.
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21. Students studying in these universities are now flooded with the latest high-tech tools, introduced to the new and
developed technologies along with top researchers of the field as teachers. This shapes the students for their better
future.
Employment Prospects
International degree in engineering has countless opportunities all around the globe and now added with the
benefit of graduating from US will be a further advantage. Being placed in one of the world’s largest economy,
students are now open to wide range of career options. It is observed by most of the researchers that engineers
based in the U.S tend to earn much higher salaries than their equivalents in other countries. According to a survey
conducted by PayScale , the average salary of an engineer in the U.S is US $76,061 approximately. The students
can get a chance of working in U.S. after completing the engineering course. The U.S government allows
companies to employ foreign workers in arenas like engineering provided that they possess an accredited
qualification from an U.S institution. Apart from that the international students are given an option of working on
campus up to 20 hours a week. Most of the students utilize this time to find an appropriate intern program that
would be helpful for them in the near future.
The Diverse Culture and Campus Life
Needless to say, most memorable days of a student are the days spent in school and colleges. The freedom, life
style and fun filled life at American campuses are not new to anyone. The student experiences a change in culture,
style and everything else. They are exposed to people from all over the world and thus introduced to a world of
diversified culture. The campus life in the American colleges is not just about attending classes and lectures. The
students here are encouraged to take part in other programs like sports, art and other co-curricular activities.
Almost all the universities have an international student unit which takes care of the wellbeing of the
international students and answers their queries.
Studying in U.S, not only benefits the international students with helping them receive a degree, but they are being
trained by some of the dedicated professors. With the advanced technologies and guidance from the industry experts,
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22. Miami Dade College, located in Miami, Florida, was founded in 1959. MDC has an excellent learning environment that
challenges students and empowers them to attain their academic goals. It offers everyone with a desire to learn and improve
their lives access to quality higher education regardless of a person’s race, ethnicity, religion, gender, political affiliation or
immigration status. This college promotes diversity at all eight of its campuses; students from 190 nations who speak 90
languages attend the College every day. It has the largest undergraduate enrollment in America with more than 160,000
students. MDC is an incubator of inclusion and success and imbues this message of diversity into the entire student
experience.
Courses and Pedagogy
Miami Dade College offers bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and certificate programs in art, humanities,
communications, design, business, education, health science, technology, engineering, mathematics and more. MDC is
committed to community engagement, innovation, specialized training and partnerships.
It offers cutting-edge programs in fashion, data analytics, cyber security, business intelligence, cloud computing, digital
forensics, mechatronics, virtual and augmented reality, digital marketing, the Internet of Things and much more. The
The College aims to change lives through accessible, high-quality teaching and learning
experiences and embraces its responsibility to serve as an economic, cultural and civic leader for
the advancement of a diverse global community.
Miami Dade College:
Providing an Exceptional Learning Experience
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23. Dr. Eduardo Padrón is the President of Miami Dade College, one of the largest
institutions of higher education in America. He arrived in the United States as a
teenage refugee in 1961 and since 1995 he has served as president of the College.
An economist by training, Dr. Padrón earned his Ph.D. from the University of
Florida. Under Dr. Padrón’s leadership, Miami Dade College has received
national recognition for its catalytic effect on social and economic change, and
the marked difference the College has made in student access and success.
He is widely recognized as one of the top educational leaders in the world. In
2009, Time magazine included him on the list of “The 10 Best College
Presidents.” In 2010, Florida Trend magazine named him “Floridian of the Year.”
In 2011, The Washington Post titled him one of “The Eight Most Influential
College Presidents” in the U.S. In 2015, he was inducted into the U.S. News and
World Report STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Hall
of Fame. In 2016, President Barack Obama awarded him the Presidential Medal
of Freedom for being a prominent national voice for access and inclusion in
higher education.
trendsetting Idea Center of the College
is the region’s hub for entrepreneurial
training.
Notable Alumni Who Made MDC
Proud
By providing an open door of
opportunity to all, MDC has played an
invaluable role in creating the next
generation of community and world
leaders. MDC alumni are the most
influential leaders of the top industries
in Greater Miami, from the financial
sector and public services to the arts
and entertainment, from legal circles to
development, healthcare, hospitality
and many others. In national and
statewide politics, MDC alumni
include U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, U.S.
Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, and
Florida’s Lt. Gov. Carlos López-
Cantera. The principal dancer at the
Martha Graham Dance Company, the
artistic director at Alvin Ailey
American Dance Theater, and Grammy
Award-winning musical director Alex
Lacamoire are all MDC alumni.
Career Development Activities for
Students
Miami Dade College has an advisory
board composed of industry leaders
who provide guidance for programs as
well as mentoring and internships.
Moreover, in almost all programs,
there is a national industry and
corporate partner that allows the
College to funnel skilled, job-ready
graduates directly into well-paying
jobs. The Advisement and Career
Services Department of the College
provides state-of-the-art computerized
job placement services and other job
search links, personalized employment
advisement and career counseling. This
department also runs workshops that
enhance employability skills such as
resume writing and interviewing as
well as other activities that promote
employment opportunities, career
assessment and planning.
Financial Aids for Students
Miami Dade College provides some of
the greatest educational value in
America, combining low tuition cost
with high quality. More than 90
percent of students graduate entirely
debt free. Most students at MDC
qualify for Pell Grants, and the College
offers hundreds of options for
scholarships and financial aid. It also
offers its renowned American Dream
Scholarship for all students graduating
from accredited high schools in
Miami-Dade County with a 3.0 GPA or
higher, which makes the first two years
of study at the College completely free
to those who qualify.
“Words of Trust”
“MDC provides an affordable
platform for students to achieve their
potential. This institution has given me
the key to leave behind my insecurities
by appreciating my uniqueness and
developing my talents. I have been
reassured of my capacity to make
myself heard in the STEM field, which
is still led by men.”
- Sabrina Romero, Graduate in
Computer Science
“This institution has amazing
programs, such as The Honors College,
with small classes that allow me to
have a closer approach to my
instructors. Miami Dade College gives
me the possibility of traveling abroad
and gaining cultural awareness and
global perspective.”
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an earthquake of up to magnitude 8 on the
Richter scale.
• Built up Cost: $428 Million
• Seating Capacity: 91,000 Spectators
• Made up of steel with a combined
weight of 49,600 tons which can lay up
to 36 kilometers
• Manpower used: 9000 at the peak of
work
It is the world’s longest (57.5 kilometers) and
deepest (2.25 kilometers) tunnel.
• Rock excavated: 28.2 million tons
• Material used: Almost 2000 miles of
Copper cable
• Project Cost: $US 10.3 Billion
• Manpower used: Almost 2000
construction workers had worked day and
night since 1999
It is one of the biggest dams in the world’s
that also has largest power station in terms of
installed capacity.
• 510,000 tons of steel was used
• Power generated (18,200 megawatts) by
this dam is equivalent to burning 25
million tons of crude oil or 50 million
tons of coal
• It has water storage capacity of approx.39
billion cubic meters
• Project cost: $25 billion
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assist physicists to test the predictions of
different theories of particle physics, as well
as other unresolved questions of physics.
• 10,000 notable scientists from over 100
countries worked day and night for over
10 years to build this marvel
• Cost occurred in Finding Higgs Boson:
$13.25 Billion
• Operating cost: $1 billion each year;
Electricity costs alone costs $23.4
million annually, while computing costs
needed $286 million each year
Palm Islands are one of the most fascinating
manmade islands that consists of 300 islands,
these islands covers an area of 3.7 miles by
5.6 miles.
• Material used: 32 million cubic meters
of sand and 7 million tons of rock was
used to build this architectural
archipelago
• Estimated Cost: $14 billion
• Smallest & Largest Island Size: 120,000
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Founded in 1881 as the Newark Technical School, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) is currently one of only
32 public polytechnic universities in the nation. NJIT continues to be a catalyst for the development of the highly needed
science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce, as nationally the demand for STEM graduates
exceeds the supply. NJIT offers a multidisciplinary curriculum that also features architecture, design and business
supported by the power of STEM.
NJIT ranks number one in the nation for “student upward economic mobility” realized by its graduates, according to a
New York Times study. The university takes its role as an innovative, industry-ready problem solver seriously which is
demonstrated through its academic curriculum and applied research.
The public research university is committed to the pursuit of excellence in undergraduate, graduate and continuing
professional education. It conducts research for the creation of knowledge that lays the foundation for bringing about
advances in engineering practices, and provides service to the NJIT community, engineering profession and the society at
large.
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29. Moshe Kam is the Dean of Newark College of Engineering. He
is a Ph.D. and PE, and an educator and a researcher. He is a
former President and CEO of the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers. Dr. Kam says “Our teaching and
research laboratories are advanced and vibrant places where
individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests
work together on intellectual and practical pursuits. We are
interested not only in advancing theory and the state-of-the-art
in the areas of our study, but also in translating abstract ideas
and theoretical principles into working systems and devices.
These are designed to contribute to the welfare, safety, longevity
and comfort of humans, as well as to protect the environment
and promote responsible use of natural resources.”
With over 11,400 undergraduate and
graduate students, NJIT earned
national prominence by developing
relevant academic programs taught by
leading practitioners in their fields. Six
of its specialized colleges – Newark
College of Engineering, Albert
Dorman Honors College, College of
Science and Liberal Arts, College of
Architecture and Design, Ying Wu
College of Computing, and Martin
Tuchman School of Management —
offer over 128 degree programs. NJIT
serves an ethnically diverse student
body and is a top producer in New
Jersey of engineering and architecture
degrees to African-American and
Hispanic students.
A strong applied research program is at
the core of NJIT and the current
funding for research is over $140
million annually. Moreover,
Makerspace at NJIT, which opened in
December 2017, is a 25,000 square-
foot educational facility that is the
largest of its kind in New Jersey.
Makerspace at NJIT is a training-
focused, rapid prototyping facility that
offers students, faculty and staff hands-
on learning with equipment ranging
from small 3D printers to large
industrial machining centers, such as
precision measurement and laser
cutting machines.
In addition, in September 2017, NJIT
opened its new Life Sciences and
Engineering Center, a $21 million
state-of-the-art research facility
focused on improving healthcare
through engineering. This four-story
structure houses more than 20,000
square feet of shared laboratory and
meeting spaces, information
technology infrastructure, and cutting-
edge scientific instrumentation and is
designed to promote collaboration in
fields ranging from biomedical
engineering and the biological sciences
to electrical engineering and healthcare
technologies. NJIT has doubled the
size of its campus in the last decade.
Major Achievements and
Accomplishments
In its evolution from a regional
engineering college to a powerful
research university, NJIT continues to
hit milestones in research. NJIT's civil
engineering program is ranked 9th
nationwide by College Factual.
Professor Treena Arinzeh, director of
NJIT's Tissue Engineering and Applied
Biomaterials Laboratory, won a grant
from the University City Science
Center in Philadelphia to
commercialize technology to reduce
the recovery time and cost associated
with bone graft procedures. Moreover,
Yun-Qing Shi, a groundbreaking
computer engineer, best known for
devising methods to hide and retrieve
data embedded in digitized images and
speech, has been named a 2017 Fellow
of the National Academy of Inventors.
Future Endeavors
A joint team from Kessler Foundation
and New Jersey Institute of
Technology is developing new
applications for wearable robotic
exoskeleton devices with a $5 million
federal grant from the National
Institute on Disability, Independent
Living and Rehabilitation Research.
The two partner institutions are
working together on the next
generation of robotic exoskeletons to
improve mobility and enable safer,
more independent functioning for
people with spinal cord injuries,
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and
stroke. The team, which includes NJIT
Associate Professor Richard Foulds
and Professor Sergei Adamovich of the
Department of Biomedical
Engineering, also will evaluate the
efficacy of existing robots for restoring
and expanding mobility to upper and
lower extremities.
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30. Promoting diversity in the educational environment has been the prime goal of the colleges and universities
since decades. The global perspective allows the universities to view culturally and linguistically diverse
students along with their parents and guardians. Diversity emphasizes on the marginalization of race, class,
culture, language, and gender orientation. Many discussions have had occurred on the significance of diversity and
recognizing the difference. But it is equally important to move to the next step; integrating specific guidelines to
address the difference and how they can get worked out. Students across the world have been speaking on the issues
like racial injustice and gender violence. The faculties, campus administrators, and even students have been
struggling to figure out the process to reduce marginalization and to create a friendly environment that accepts
students from all backgrounds. Therefore, it has become mandatory to have a great approach to teaching and to learn
to cope with various style of learning.
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31. Alike the earlier days, professors are being challenged to
make their set of teaching strategies wider to meet the
expectations of students from the various diverse
background. The way of teaching the younger generation
exerts a powerful influence on their linguistic, social, and
general educational development. There are some rock-
solid principles aimed to foster inclusion of diverse students
and positive cross-group relationships. These are the key
point which assists educational institutions in creating an
un-biased environment in the college or university campus.
Develop Optimal Conditions to Reduce Unfairness
An inclusive community requires dealing with the anxiety
of students regarding their culture, color, gender and
language encounters. These anxieties complicate the student
interactions. Therefore, a considerable amount of
researchers suggest that communication between people of
different races and ethnicities can reduce prejudice. Hence,
it is important to have the support of relevant authorities,
who share a common goal, and a sense of cooperation.
Foster Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a process of being non-judgmental, entire
awareness of thoughts, feelings and the surrounding
environment. An educational survey suggests that
‘mindfulness’ helps to mitigate fears and anxieties, along
with encouraging greater awareness of ones’ self.
Practice Quality Listening
The skills of active listening are practiced to experience the
way of empathy, and imagination to enter into another
person’s frame of mind. This way of listening can promote
the closeness and positive feeling towards others and also
helps in reducing anxiety by moderating group
membership. In this way, students can recognize their
peers’ individual characteristics and group identities.
The Equilibrium between Acceptance and Change
Everyone tries to maintain a balance between acceptance
and change in themselves and others. An individual must
accept the change in the environment instead of judging and
trying to change others. By keeping equilibrium, one can
recognize the responsibility of creating solutions to the
dilemmas one has confronted.
Nurture the Compassion
Researchers are consistently suggesting that people feel
compassionate due to which they feel a personal
connection. Therefore, the connection should be established
among the concerns and sufferings of others through
understanding and empathy. The students can explore the
commonness among them which will create an unexpected
connection. The practical approach of cultivating
compassion includes common human values, and bridging
communities.
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32. Focus on Gratitude and Appreciation
The researchers have documented the social and psychological benefits of gratitude. The teaching faculty
should bring the findings into the classroom by searching and seeing the good in ideas, people, and beliefs,
and by acknowledging the ways they can positively impact onto the students’ lives.
One way to develop the skill of appreciation is through an exercise in which students are asked to express
what they like about themselves as humans rather than their achievements. The universities should seek to
develop unity among the diverse people in the group, each contributing their unique abilities, neglecting
comparison and competition.
Teachers should promote critical thinking when they make rules for the classroom and enable students to
compare and contrast them with other cultures. Students can develop different cultural skills in culturally and
linguistically diverse classrooms. The classrooms can be more inclusive by implementing self-reflective
quality and crafting the potential classroom scenarios.
Surely, a diverse classroom is an ideal laboratory to learn multiple perspectives of the global society. The
students who learn to work and play along with their classmates from various cultures are better prepared to
face the challenging world. The various exercises that deal with the diversity among students help them to
cross the borders of unfairness and to reach a place of genuine understanding and connection. In order to
bring equity at educational institutions, all universities should commit to making progressive movements. By
following these practices, the students will embrace their uniqueness and promote a sense of common
humanity towards social justice that would bring harmony, and build a strong and supportive environment at
educational institutions. This initiative will make feel every student respected and valued at learning centers. T R
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34. SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) offers a robust residential life, underpinned by comfortable housing, healthy dining
options to fuel students’ days and nights, and numerous student activities—from drone clubs to comedians and concert series,
as well as presentations by leading experts. The myriad of clubs and activities create a memorable and meaningful student
experience, enabling students to make the most of their lives at SUNY Poly. Wildcat Athletics offer opportunities to play and
cheer for competitive NCAA Division III sports, from baseball and basketball to field hockey and volleyball. SUNY
Polytechnic has what you need to stay fit from a variety of intramural sports to state-of-the-art fitness facilities. SUNY Poly
also maintains a strong focus on keeping diversity and inclusion front and center as a cornerstone of its vibrant academic
community, including people from all backgrounds in a welcoming campus community. The grant-funded Education
Opportunity Program at SUNY Poly is an initiative enabling access and equity through a boost of assistance that can help
pave the way toward a bright future, providing opportunities for all students who have the talent and drive to succeed and
ensure they are not excluded from higher education.
The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) program is a New York State Department of Education
funded program developed to increase the number of under-represented and economically disadvantaged students who are
pursuing professional licensure and careers in science, technology, engineering, math, and health related fields. CSTEP
provides structured services, which contribute to the academic and professional success of STEM students. The Disabilities
“Their mission is to transform students’lives through the power of education by providing access to affordable associate
and baccalaureate degree programs, in addition to graduate programs, and workforce development programs.”
SUNY Polytechnic Institute:
Globally Recognized Leader in Higher
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35. Under the guidance of Dr. Andrew Wolfe, the Interim Dean of
the College of Engineering, SUNY Poly earned accreditation by
ABET – the Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology, Inc. for all its engineering technology programs.
ABET ensures standards for each program it reviews
nationwide, and after extensive review of the institution’s
engineering technology programs, the organization accredited
SUNY Poly’s Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical
Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology and
Mechanical Engineering Technology programs. In addition, the
engineering programs at SUNY Poly continue their growth with
its robust curriculum and expert faculty.
Services Office provides services
aimed at empowering those with
disabilities, providing them with the
resources and assistance needed to
further succeed. This can include
academic accommodations, advocacy,
or coordination with outside service
providers, as well as voter registration
to help their voice be heard in the
political process, for example. For
those students who served in the armed
forces, SUNY Poly aims to do its part
by serving them, providing the
assistance that they or their family may
need as they pursue academic success.
Quick Glance at SUNY Poly
SUNY Poly is New York’s globally
recognized, high-tech educational
ecosystem. SUNY Poly offers
undergraduate and graduate degrees in
the emerging disciplines of Nano
science and Nano engineering, as well
as cutting-edge Nano bioscience and
Nano economics programs at its
Albany campus, and undergraduate and
graduate degrees in technology,
including engineering, cyber security,
computer science, and the engineering
technologies; professional studies,
including business, communication,
and nursing; and arts and sciences,
including natural sciences,
mathematics, humanities, and social
sciences at its Utica/Rome campus;
thriving athletic, recreational, and
cultural programs, events, and
activities complement the campus
experience. As the world’s most
advanced, university-driven research
enterprise, SUNY Poly boasts billions
of dollars in high-tech investments and
hundreds of corporate partners since its
inception.
Scholarships and Financial aid
More than 85% of students receive
some form of financial aid through
SUNY Polytechnic Institute, and all
students are encouraged to apply for
assistance. Aid comes in a variety of
forms, including grants, loans, and
part-time employment. In addition,
students who have demonstrated high
academic achievement may be eligible
for scholarship assistance. SUNY Poly
students are also eligible for the
recently enacted Excelsior Scholarship
program, a first-of-its-kind in the
nation initiative that provides tuition-
free college at New York’s public
colleges and universities to families
making up to $125,000 a year. The
plan is expected to be phased in over
three years, beginning for New Yorkers
making up to $100,000 annually in the
fall of 2017; up to $110,000 in 2018;
and up to $125,000 in 2019. The
program covers tuition for eligible
SUNY and CUNY students. Resident
undergraduate tuition at SUNY’s four-
year colleges is currently $6,470 for
Excelsior Scholarship recipients. The
program does not cover the other costs
of college, which includes and is not
limited to fees, room and board,
transportation, textbooks, meal plans,
and more.
Opportunities for the Students at
SUNY Poly
Students, alumni, and other job seekers
receive one-on-one opportunities to
chat with more than 90 employers and
graduate school recruiters at the annual
Career and Graduate School Fair
hosted by the SUNY Poly Career
Services Office. Local, state, and
national employers, as well as
representatives from a variety of
graduate programs meet with students,
alumni, and members of the
community to discuss current and
upcoming job opportunities,
internships, and graduate degree
programs.
In addition, the Career Services Office
at SUNY Poly offers various
presentations and workshops on
everything from networking to resume
building, preparing students for their
transition from academic life to the
workforce.
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37. Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow
belongs to the people who prepare for it today” -
Malcolm X- American minister
Your dream will come true only when you start working on
it. To achieve your dreams, you need good knowledge, and
for that good education is a necessity. With a new hope,
with a strong support, various universities across the world
sponsor scholarships for those students, who are intelligent
and are willing to pursue higher studies, but struggling to
collect funds.
AACE International Scholarship
AACE stands for- American Association of Cost Engineers.
AACE established in 1956, which offers scholarships to the
engineering students in the USA for both domestic and
international students. Their core focus is on Cost
Engineering, but in addition to that, AACE also provides
scholarships to students across various domains apart from
the engineering fields like Building Construction/
Construction Management, Business Management,
and Quality Surveying. Mainly it covers the
following branches of engineering-
Agricultural Engineering, Chemical
Engineering, Civil Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering,
Industrial Engineering,
Architectural
Engineering,
Electrical
Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Mining
Engineering.
The value of the scholarship depends on the particular
category where the student belongs. The student must have
to be enrolled their name in any one of the above
engineering branches as a full-time student for all the
semesters in order to get eligible for the scholarship
program.
Fulbright Scholarship
The Fulbright organization was founded in 1946, by the
United States Senator J. William Fulbright. The Fulbright
Scholarship Program is America's one of the most
prestigious scholarship program for the engineering
students. This scholarship program is for the students,
teachers, professionals, scientists, and artists. American
citizens can take advantage of the scholarship under the
Fulbright scholarship program. This program is mainly
aimed to increase the mutual understanding between the US
and other countries, through the exchange of person,
knowledge, and skills.
The eligible fellows receive a monthly stipend, health
insurance, and travel support. The eligibility criterion varies
widely from one country to another. The organization
operates over 160 countries. It provides grant annually to
undertake graduate study, advanced research, university
learning and classroom teaching. Approximately 4,000
foreign students receive this scholarship every year. One
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38. can apply for the scholarship approximately 15 months
before the start of the grant period.
UCB Scholarship
UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program offers
educational scholarships to people living with epilepsy.
This scholarship is meant for engineering students who
have enrolled in engineering programs at the University of
California, Berkeley. Interesting thing is that UCB also
offers the scholarships for the international students from
India, China, and Germany. For Indians and Pakistani
students, who are pursuing a graduate degree at the
university level, UCB offers the Guru Gobind Singh
fellowship, which offers $30,000 grant.
Since 2005, UCB has awarded over $2 million to more than
400 deserving people. As they have committed to provide
unique programs that will support epilepsy community, in
2018, UCB will award 32 scholarships to the people living
with epilepsy, their family members and caregivers
pursuing higher education. Thirty applicants who indicate
academic and personal achievement will receive a
scholarship up to $5,000 each. In addition, two outstanding
applicants will receive Epilepsy Leader Scholarship of
$10,000 each.
Aga Khan Scholarship
Aga Khan Scholarship is yet another scholarship which is
exclusively meant for engineering aspirants. Aga Khan
Scholarship or International Scholarship Program (ISP) is
provided by the Aga Khan Development Network
(AKDN). It provides a limited number of
scholarships each year for postgraduate
studies. The scholarship is also offered
for the Ph.D. programs to the
exceptionally talented
students. The best thing
about the scholarship is that it is in the form of 50% grant
and 50% loan.
Apart from good academic grades the other eligibility
criterion for Aga Khan Scholarship is that candidates must
have to belong to any of the selected countries as India,
Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan,
Syria, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Madagascar, and
Mozambique and should be within the age limit 30.
The students, who get selected for the Aga Khan
Foundation Scholarship, would be given a grant for tuition
fees and for living expenses. Students who are willing to
apply for this scholarship can obtain applications from the
AKF office.
The American Association of University Women
Scholarship
The American Association of University Women
scholarship (AAUW) is one of the highly rated engineering
scholarships in the USA. AAUW is the nation's leading
voice promoting equity and education for women and girls.
It is working for women empowerment, since 1881. This
foundation generally prefers the outstanding female
students. AAUW provides an opportunity for both graduate
and postgraduate studies in the US.
AAUW International Fellowships awards grants for full-
time study or research in the US to women who are not US
citizen or permanent residents. It started with its first
fellowship in 1917.
One can take advantage of these scholarships to fulfill their
aspirations. Dream big, be courageous, have patience and
never let your financial situations to override your future
goals. There are plenty of helping hands which provide
financial assistance apart from those which are enlisted
here. So be prepared and always aim high.
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40. Founded in 1821, Widener University is a private university located in Chester, Pennsylvania. The university celebrates
diversity, embraces multiculturalism and inclusion, and is committed to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive campus
community for all. Widener prepares its students to achieve personal success and become active participants in a thriving
democracy. The university encourages respectful listening, courageous leadership, and civic engagement, making it a unique
and dominant force in higher education. Its 108-acre vibrant campus has more than 80 student organizations and offers more
than 300 events and activities each year. The university has 23 NCAA Division III sports teams. Widener’s proximity to
Philadelphia presents students with opportunities to experience the rich historic, athletic and cultural offerings that come from
the metropolitan area.
Academic Offerings
Widener University consists of seven schools and colleges. It offers students a wide range of academic programs in the form
of associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctoral degrees. The university’s School of Engineering offers courses in
Biomedical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. The university is preparing the launch of the first
undergraduate Robotics Engineering degree in the Philadelphia region this fall. Faculty take a personal interest in their
students and often include them in their research work, fostering creativity and innovation and giving students high impact,
hands-on learning experiences.
The University educates students who will engage and lead in today's increasingly
diverse society
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41. Passionate, fearless and an effective advocate and
leader in higher education, Julie E. Wollman is the
current President of Widener University. She is
dedicated to providing students with transformative
leadership experiences, hands-on learning
opportunities that prepare them for successful
careers, and cultivating a commitment to excellence
in all that they do. With her relentless pursuit of
excellence, she has articulated a clear vision and
distinct goals for the university focused on providing
an unparalleled student experience.
The Wall Street Journal recognized
Widener as a top Philadelphia-region
school. U.S. News & World Report
rated Widener’s undergraduate
engineering program among the top
100 in the nation for universities
without engineering doctoral programs.
The School of Business
Administration, School of Nursing,
College of Arts & Sciences, School of
Human Service Professions and two
law schools: Commonwealth Law
School and Delaware Law School
complete the university.
Providing Support
Scholarships provide support to
students who have the aspirations and
talents to grow, and need assistance
with financial resources. Widener
University provides financial aid so
students can turn their academic
dreams into realities. Various types of
merit, academic, and talent-based
educational financial assistance is
available. Some scholarships include:
• Academic, Merit Scholarships
• Widener University Full-Tuition
Scholarships
• Widener University Endowed
Scholarships
• The Maguire Foundation Endowed
Scholarships
• Military Scholarships
• Private Scholarships
Widener University automatically
considers academic scholarships that
range from $8,500 to full tuition
coverage for full-time undergraduate
day students when they apply for
admission. Last year the university
awarded financial assistance of more
than $50 million.
The School of Engineering offers
multiple scholarship opportunities for
undergraduate and graduate students,
based on academic merit, who are
interested in pursuing engineering
careers. This includes laptop
scholarships that provide new
machines for students who meet
academic eligibility requirements.
Career Opportunities
Students want to acquire skills and
experiences during college that
demonstrate they are career-ready
when they graduate. The value of
relevant work experience gives them
an advantage as they pursue
employment in a competitive job
market. Widener’s signature co-op
program is a valuable way for eligible
students to gain work experience
before graduation. Directed by the
Office of Career Services, the program
has developed a wide network of
employers across the Philadelphia
region, including organizations like
Boeing, GlaxoSmithKline,
Philadelphia International Airport and
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Eligible students in the School of
Engineering, Computer Science
Department and School of Business
Administration and can gain up to one
full year of paid work experience and
still graduate in four years. Many co-
op employers extend full-time
positions to students after they
graduate.
Widener University is also home to the
Oskin Leadership Institute, which
provides students an opportunity to
earn a leadership certificate or minor in
leadership studies. This is a value
added program which assists students
immensely as employers want to know
the people they hire are able to lead,
have strong ethical backgrounds, and
know how to work effectively in
teams. This Widener opportunity
makes students even more competitive
in the job market. According to
Payscale, Widener is among the top 25
percent of more than 1,500 universities
nationwide on the basis of median
alumni salaries.
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44. PROCRASTINATION:
The Science
behind this -Time
Killing Act & the Techniques to stop it
My advice is to never do tomorrow what you can
do today. Procrastination is the thief of time.”-
Charles Dickens, Writer
Procrastination is a common problem that is found in
humans all around the world. Many people delay their
activities till the last moment, but procrastinators habitually
avoid difficult task and consciously look for distractions.
Distraction not only does affect the productivity of work but
it also has an impact on human’s self- esteem. The more a
person is focused on his work dedicatedly and continuously,
the more will be his chances to get the desired end results
which ultimately boost his confidence level and self-esteem.
The problem of procrastination has been there since ages
and will remain so as it is more like a habit that has linkage
with human behavior. To understand this behavior is thus
important to further find solution to eliminate or avoid this
‘time-killing’ act.
Why do people Procrastinate?
Ancient Greek philosophers like Socrates and Aristotle had
coined a word in the past to describe such type of behavior:
Akrasia. It is a condition when a person does one thing even
knowing that he has to do something else. Loosely
translated, one can say that Akrasia is procrastination or a
state in which a person lacks self-control. But the real
question is: what is going on in the brain that causes
humans to avoid the things that they know they should be
doing?
Behavioral psychology research has discovered a
phenomenon generally called as “time-inconsistency”
which explains why despite having good intentions humans
delay their works. This research found that humans prefer
to do that work which provides immediate rewards
compared to future ones. The psychology behind this is
humans are lazy by nature and they generally want
immediate gratification with less effort as compared to
much better results in longer duration as it requires more
efforts and patience. Most people generally don’t have the
patience to wait for a certain period of time to see better
results since it requires continuous effort and results only
get visible after a certain amount of time. So, basically the
brain understands the long-term benefits of a task, but it
values immediate gratification more when it comes to the
present moment (today).
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45. Techniques to Stop Procrastination
Temptation Bundling: If a person finds a way to make the
benefits of long-term choices more immediate, then it
becomes much easier to avoid procrastination. One of the
best strategies to bring future rewards into present moment
is temptation bundling. This is a concept that has been
popularized by Katy Milkman through a research
performed at The University of Pennsylvania. In simpler
words, this strategy suggests that a person needs to bundle a
behavior that is good for him in the long-run with a
behavior that make him feels good in the short-run.
Pay the Price for Missing the Deadline: Human hates
penalties be it of any form, monetary or related to prestige.
Every human values their self-respect and self-esteem more
than anything else. And this physiological fear could be
utilized with a good intention to avoid procrastination. If a
person is really committed towards its goals, then that
person also should make some form of penalty to be paid
when missing on the deadline related to performing some
task, by doing so in a sincere fashion one can avoid
procrastination.
Breaking a Bigger task into Smaller One:
Humans find larger task cumbersome and
boring and thus most of the humans either
don’t even try to start such a task or if
someone even starts it then most of them
don’t reach the finishing line. Since that
large task requires continuous effort over
longer period of time along with persistent
hard-work. But if humans start looking at the task
into another way then larger tasks will also get executed
with full enthusiasm. The strategy is simple: break larger
goals into smaller one; or even break a goal which you
know that require one month to complete into a 30 days
plan. Make some daily smaller task for each day which
leads towards those bigger goals.
Interestingly, humans can make that task even further
simpler by dividing a single day task into many pieces. By
doing this a person can execute each of the much smaller
component with utmost dedication, concentration and
enthusiasm and can reach to the finishing line in a much
smoother fashion with a happier and positive outcome.
For example, consider the remarkable efficiency of the
famous writer Anthony Trollope. Anthony published 47
novels, 18 non-fictional work, 12 short stories, 2 plays, and
an assortment of articles and letters. How he accomplished
this is an answer everyone wants to know.
Every day he set a target of writing 250 words per 15
minutes for many times but with a fixed time intervals
between each session. This tactic allowed him to enjoy the
feelings of satisfaction and success every 15 minutes and
ultimately led him to complete a larger pool of his literary
work.
Although, sometimes to achieve perfection also people do
procrastinate, and delay their pending task for a little while.
But most of the people delay their work since they find it
difficult, boring and cumbersome, even knowing though its
long term benefits on their lives. According to one
prominent research, about 95% of persons procrastinate to
some extent and thus affect the overall productivity of their
work and life. To reduce or avoid procrastination thus these
techniques proves to be really helpful.T R
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