Students learn about engineering through UA visit

By Associated Engineering Press

Abigail Miller does not know who she wants to be when she grows up, but she likes knowing what is out there in the world for her. Abigail, a fourth-grader from Myrtlewood Elementary School, was one of nearly 1,000 students from the area to see careers up close during “E-Day,” where students toured the University of Alabama to examine different engineering programs. During the tour, students saw what opportunities are available in different fields, from aerospace to chemical engineering. “Everyone here today is here to help you see what engineering is all about, so please feel free to ask questions, be curious and explore all of the different types of engineering you will see,” engineering students Lizzy West and Blythe Johnston wrote in a program published for the students.

In 1837, The University of Alabama became one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering classes. Today, UA’s College of Engineering has more than 5,200 students and more than 170 faculty. In recent years, students in the College have been named USA Today All-USA College Academic Team members, Goldwater, Hollings, Portz, Boren, Mitchell and Truman scholars.


Author: Associated Engineering Press    /    Posted on: October 6, 2017    /    Posted in:   Events, In The News, Outreach, Students