News & Events

From research breakthroughs to blogs written from a student's perspective, keep up on the latest news and activities happening at the College of Engineering and Applied Science. Next Lives Here.

Recent News

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High school program draws local students to engineering

January 21, 2025

In a handful of cities around the world, including Cincinnati, GE Aerospace Foundation partners with local organizations and universities to run the Next Engineers program, a global college-and career-readiness program working to increase the diversity of young people in engineering. University of Cincinnati student Kallab Hailu Abebe was in the first cohort of GE Next Engineering Academy Graduates, and was inspired to enroll in a higher education engineering program after his experience.

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UC engineer honored with presidential award

January 21, 2025

The highest honor bestowed upon scientists by the U.S. government, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) was founded by President Clinton during his time in office. The award recognizes engineers and scientists who exemplify valuable potential for leadership early in their research career. Recently, the University of Cincinnati’s Joel Alejandro (Alex) Mejia, was named a PECASE honoree.

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UC names new engineering and computing education department head

January 13, 2025

John Weidner, Ph.D., dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Cincinnati, has announced the appointment of Joel Alejandro (Alex) Mejia, Ph.D., as the head of the Department of Engineering and Computing Education, effective January 1, 2025.

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Makerspace boot camp fast-tracks training for student co-ops

January 13, 2025

In a groundbreaking collaboration, the University of Cincinnati's Ground Floor Makerspace and the visionary minds at Kinetic Vision combined their creative forces to pioneer an immersive makerspace bootcamp — tailor-made for UC co-ops destined to shape the future.

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Events

Our college offers events for professional development, student engagement, summer camps, and opportunities to connect and network with the engineering and applied science community. Check back often for updates.