The systems research of these last two groups is actually closely coupled with the work of the first two groups. The undergraduate research experience may be formalized by writing a senior research thesis in part fulfillment of an honors degree or degree with distinction. Of special note is the Science and Engineering Scholars Program hat offers paid summer assistantships to top sophomore students and strongly encourages these students to remain active in the department's research program. A well rounded education One strength in American engineering is the insistence on a component from the humanities and social sciences that is spread throughout the four year curriculum. In this way, students have an opportunity to re-examine the culture of which they are a part as they mature intellectually.
Every student is assigned a faculty advisor.
Although students, in time, get to know many faculty, your advisor is one person you can turn to for advice in many areas and for help in understanding the profession and the opportunities it affords. The faculty advisor counsels on the choice of courses and program alternatives and assures that the student is making appropriate progress.