Letter from the Dean (PDF) Diversity Leads to Better Ideas, Better Solutions, Better Engineers
At Issue: Diversity in the College of Engineering (PDF) Minority Engineering Program: Enriching the Environment (PDF) SURGE & MERGE: Investing in Diversity (PDF) Women in Engineering: Expanding the View (PDF)
Up and Coming Physics Is Hard, Not Impossible (PDF) IMPRINT: Positive Impressions (PDF) Student Societies: Creating Community (PDF) International Programs: The World Is Their Classroom (PDF)
Illinois to California (PDF) Alumni Dan Dees and Joseph Guyton report on eleven weeks on the road when the Interstate System was new. Wiley Award Is Still a Ticket to the Travel Industry
In the News (PDF) A sampling of research and achievements that made headlines: superconducting nanowires, medical microspheres, vaccine pricing, colloidal inks, quantum cryptography, MEMS switch, bicycle-scooter hybrid invention, 100 Top Young Innovators award, air conditioning, and Oscar-winning special effects software.
Faculty Features (PDF) Ilesanmi Adesida A 21st century widget maker. Andrew Alleyne Having fun with control systems. Elyse Rosenbaum Understanding circuit failure.
Commentary (PDF) Love of Blowtorches Ignites Career Chemical engineer and raconteur Bill Hammack reflects on the contribution one woman made to engineering design.
Engineering at Illinois (PDF) Thank You Alumni help strengthen the research, educational and public service capabilities of the college. Engineering at Illinois Ranked High in US News Polls Grainger Gifts Fund New Technology Research Spectrum Scholarships Enhance Diversity Exploring the Wide World of Science and Engineering Remodeled Mechanical Engineering Lab Is Dedicated ECE Alumni Win Emmy Topping-Out Ceremony Marks Milestone in Siebel Center Construction
Coming in the Next Issue: The Art of Engineering

Volume 41-2, 2001 Table of Contents

New Security Technology Program Addresses Safety Concerns Events of September 11 prompted Dean David E. Daniel to reflect on new and on-going efforts in security technology.
Technology Commercialization— A Walk in the Research Park More than buildings, this new research park environment brings business, faculty, and students together.
Center Coaches Aspiring Technology Entrepreneurs Students are learning how to turn ideas into business ventures in the Technology Entrepreneur Center.
Your Link to Inquiry and Innovation Summary of Engineering Research More than 1,600 research projects are under way in the College of Engineering.
Grants in the News Joint Engineering, Business Program to Expand Innovative Information Technology Research Next-generation Processors for a “Cool Campus”
Failures and Problems Are Choices and Opportunities Douglas Campbell Britton offers insights on being a successful student and engineer.
On the Job with Engineering Students Some students used their summer to gain real-world experience in engineering.
Treasures of the College From Burrill Avenue to Bardeen Quad These areas, which converge on the engineering campus, are tributes to respected faculty members. College of Engineering History Project
Making the News Updates on smart ice systems, microchannel tube technology, a student-built satellite, ultrasonic measurements, the impact of climate variability, nanoparticle haloing, microstamping to create neuronal networks, fluid behavior, Engineering Open House, and the recipient of this year’s Illinois Presidential Award and Medallion. Visit Us to Experience Engineering The College of Engineering sponsors special events to help students of all ages discover the wonders of science and technology.
Faculty Profiles Meet Marcelo H. García, George H. Miley, and Nancy R. Sottos, three faculty members who are making a difference to students, engineering, and society.
Engineering Connections Numbers and Life Chemical engineer and raconteur Bill Hammack reflects on the many numbers he must know to get through the day.

Volume 41-1, 2001 Table of Contents

Meet the Dean: David E. Daniel At Issue - Balancing Academia and Business Expectations Wen-mei Hwu reflects on social and economic forces reshaping the faculty environment.

New Trends in Education Reengineering Education Back to Class with AE3 An initiative to enhance engineering education is changing faculty and curriculum at the core. Keeping the Student Perspective Jennifer Bernhard applies techniques and philosophies of AE3. Online and On Track: Bringing Classes to You Engineering courses leading to degrees in several fields are now as close as your computer.
Engineering Open House Caught in Action: Randy's Revenge Planning is Half the Fun
Standards of Excellence Award Winning Performances The college joins the world in honoring Jack Kilby and takes stock of a tradition of excellence. Fall 2000 Freshmen Profile College Earns Top Rankings
Treasures of the College Remembering the Time A century after bringing common time to campus, the rediscovered and renovated 1878 Tower Clock is set to toll the hours once again. Remember When...The College of Engineering History Project invites your contributions. Preserving Our Past
Making the News Updates on proton structures, intelligent hearing aids, superconductors, intelligent camera systems, safer canoe chutes, solar sails, and rail sensors.
Faculty Profiles Meet Raymond Price, Scott White, and Gerard Wong, three faculty members who are making a difference to students, engineering, and society.
Engineering Connections Have Science, Will Travel Everyday life is full of questions that science can answer.

Fall 2000 - Table of Contents

Dean's Column Dean William R. Schowalter comments on Engineering Hall renovations and retirement.
Engineering Hall Renovation Complete An overview of beautification plans for the engineering campus is provided.
VentureTECH This state initiative is designed to increase economic development through technology creation and commercialization.
A Century of Excellence New contact information is available for administrative offices in Engineering Hall.
Engineering Campus Continues to Grow The Department of Computer Science is planning a state-of-the-art facility.
History Project: A Bit of Space Debris Stephen Licata (BSAAE '83) remembers a fraternity prank inspired by the first space shuttle launch.
Mechanism May Keep Body Tissue Together Scientists have found a built-in mechanism that may keep cells from ripping apart.
Rocket Science Propellants containing fluorine can enhance the combustion of energetic boron particles.
Air Hockey Can Be Deep Researchers are developing a robot air hockey champion to explore theoretical problems in intelligent control.
New Algorithms Lead to Breakthrough Simulations Computer simulations can help solve complex real-world problems.
Announcing… Online courses can lead to graduate degrees.

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