The stereotype demands that engineers be serious scientists, perhaps sometimes even stodgy. But the University of South Florida's College of Engineering is shattering that stereotype with a March 17 fund-raising dinner that will feature zanily clad engineers performing tricks and serving patrons. Although the engineers won't leak any information about their costumes, last year's dinner provides insight into what the evening may hold.
Patrons decide how much to contribute for each item.
The proceeds from the event are expected to fund at least six engineering scholarships. In addition to the wait staff, the evening's entertainment includes Rocky the Bull, the USF Jazz Band, bagpipers, cheerleaders, the Society for Creative Anachronism's Madrigal Performers, a magician and a balloon twister. Established in 1956, USF was the first public university created in the 20 th century and is now among the 13 largest in the nation with a student body of more than 34,000. USF has won national acclaim for its research and instruction efforts in the fine arts, teacher education, accounting, marine science and engineering.