When we suffer a tragedy, we want something good to come out of it. In the early 1900s, a bridge in Quebec, Canada, collapsed from poor engineering. Many people died when the bridge collapsed. During the rebuild, it became apparent that the new, improved bridge would not hold its own weight, much less the vehicles. Rather than start over, they redesigned a bit … [Read more...] about Keeping people safe with engineering
Every year, kids and adults alike come to Discover Engineering Day. Though it’s geared toward elementary-age students, there is something for everyone through exhibits, demonstrations and activities related to engineering. Attend this free event Feb. 16 from noon-3 p.m. The event is at the Plaster Center for Free Enterprise. There is free parking off Boonville … [Read more...] about Discover engineering at free event
How do you make a difference? That’s a question that Bethany Forrester has wrestled with since she was young. A 2013 graduate of the civil engineering program, she was attracted to engineering because of its practical ways to help people. That’s why Forrester and Colten Harris, another engineering alumni, created a Springfield chapter of Engineers Without … [Read more...] about Engineering alumni use degree to help people
More than 10 students helped with the LLC Day of Service. They removed trash from Jordan Creek Aug. 17 to kick off the new semester. MSU engineering students recently adopted this section of Jordan Creek near their classrooms in Brick City. If you’re interested in helping with future clean-ups contact Matt Pierson. … [Read more...] about #CitizenBear students clean up creek
The cooperative engineering program is hosting its annual picnic on the second floor of the Plaster Center for Free Enterprise Sept. 6 from 5 – 7 p.m. Dr. Doug Carroll, director of the cooperative engineering program, cautions it’s not really a picnic. It is, however, a way to get to know professors, other students and potential employers. Faculty, staff, students, alumni … [Read more...] about Attend the annual engineering picnic