The college dropped its foreign language requirement because the extra credits extended the number of semesters required to graduate, making it difficult to recruit students. On the other hand, some graduates reported that they are promoted to top technical positions, but hesitate to move into management, with its heavy emphasis on team and communication skills. In response, the college developed a curriculum that teaches the core technology in a way that reflects the real-world requirements of working in interdisciplinary teams using effective oral and written communications. At the graduate and research level, the college has decided to concentrate on niche areas. A young team with strong potential has been assembled in the Department of Electrical Engineering to tackle optical electronics.
Mechanical engineering has experts in combustion, heat transfer and specialized materials.
Faculty hired during the dramatic growth years are now retiring. We have made recruiting outstanding young faculty a priority. As our assistant professors develop, the college will become well known. Some faculty members will be lured away. It's really a compliment.