Hannah VanEvery is a senior in chemical engineering and Spanish and has recently begun a new—albeit familiar—adventure. In September, she left for a year abroad to study at University College London. VanEvery previously studied in Spain for a semester, but this time she is documenting her travels weekly for the duration of her trip. She …Continue reading “Follow Hannah VanEvery’s study abroad experience in London”
Reeto Mathew is a junior studying chemical engineering at Iowa State University. He talks about his first college experiences in an article for the Des Moines Register.
Cory Berkland (BSChE’98) and Devin Shepard (BSChE’97) will receive the 2013 Professional Progress in Engineering Award from the College of Engineering at the Marston Club Dinner on April 18. The award was created to recognize outstanding professional progress, personal development, and distinguished community service by engineering alumni under the age of 46. Berkland is a professor in the …Continue reading “Berkland, Shepard earn College of Engineering alumni award”
For Alberto Passalacqua, transitioning from his position as a postdoctoral assistant in the Department of Chemical Engineering to assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering is definitely an adjustment. But he feels his research emphasis in computational fluid dynamics of multiphase flows will help make for a smooth move. Passalacqua began his education in …Continue reading “ChemE post-doctorate takes on ME assistant professor position”
Through a valuable education, incredible career, and numerous accolades, College of Engineering alumna Gayle Roberts, has become more than the president and chief executive officer of Stanley Consultants−she is a true role model and inspiration for young women in the industry. Looking at where she is now, it’s hard to believe engineering is not the …Continue reading “CoE alumna proves to be a valuable mentor”
Three chemical engineering students are getting a sneak peak into hands-on research as undergraduate research assistants. Thanks to an undergraduate research opportunity, Katelyn Dahlke, Scott Meester, and Drew Sikkema are running experiments on polymer micro-emulsions under the guidance of Jennifer O’Donnell, assistant professor of chemical and biological engineering. Dahlke, a sophomore, first heard about undergraduate …Continue reading “Undergraduate researchers love the lab”
Being part of the Cyclone Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Battalion, recently named the top program in the 3rd Brigade, has been a source of pride and growth for Sam Pearce and Derick Light. The engineering seniors say they are honored their group’s hard work was acknowledged at the annual Leadership Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), but the spirit of ROTC …Continue reading “Engineers learn leadership through ROTC”
Being part of the Cyclone Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Battalion, recently named the top program in the 3rd Brigade, has been a source of pride and growth for Sam Pearce and Derick Light. The engineering seniors say they are honored their group’s hard work was acknowledged at the annual Leadership Development and Assessment Course …Continue reading “Engineers learn leadership through ROTC”
Bryce Freeman can be described in many ways, but three words best capture his essence: determination, motivation, and dedication. These traits, along with many memorable milestones and strong family values, have guided Freeman on an impressive journey that has led him far from the place he once called home. After growing up in Ames and …Continue reading “Bryce Freeman excels at P&G after Iowa State”
Three students were selected to receive the 2011 Dean’s Student Leadership Award. The recipients are Kaila Krieser (EE), Yamille Perez-Rodriguez (CE), and Luke Roling (ChemE). Juniors and seniors are nominated for the award based on their exemplary leadership in one or more college, university, community, or professional organization. The awards will be presented on Monday, …Continue reading “2011 Dean’s Student Leadership recipients announced”
As part of an ongoing outreach effort to enhance the global perspective of students, the Iowa State University College of Engineering has established a collaborative graduate program with a German university. Jonathan Wickert, dean of the College of Engineering at Iowa State, and Dieter Leonhard, president of Hochschule Mannheim, have signed an agreement on a …Continue reading “Iowa State, Hochschule Mannheim agree to joint graduate research”
Michael Steffenson (BSChemE’59), this year’s recipient of the Anson Marston Medal, heads a list of College of Engineering alumni who will receive awards as part of Iowa State’s 2010 Homecoming activities. Umit Ozkan (PhDChemE’84) will receive the college’s Professional Achievement Citation in Engineering (PACE) award. Benjamin C. Bruns (BSConE’01) and Francis L. de los Reyes …Continue reading “Four engineering alums to receive awards during Homecoming”