ENGINEERING NEWS AND EVENTS
College News
$2.5 Million Gift from William M. Brown ’84 ME, ’87 MSME to Establish an Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering
To further the College’s commitment to innovative research and teaching, Dean Michele Marcolongo recently announced that William “Bill” M. Brown, ’84, ’87, CEO of 3M, has made a $2.5 million gift to the College for the establishment of an Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering. Sylvie Lorente, PhD, will serve as the inaugural chairholder.
Accelerating Excellence: Behind NovaRacing’s Resurgence
For the members of Villanova University’s NovaRacing team, the thrill of the race was more than just crossing the finish line. It was the culmination of months of meticulous planning, late nights in the lab and an unwavering determination to learn from past mistakes.
Villanova Engineers Secure Major Research Funding from New Millennium, a Steel Dynamics Company
Civil and Environmental Engineering Professors David Dinehart, PhD; Shawn P. Gross, PhD; and Joseph Robert Yost, PhD, PE, have been awarded a five-year, $2 million grant for an extensive research program focused on the design and performance of structural steel components used in commercial buildings.
Upcoming Events
Save the date: VUSP Stormwater Symposium 2024, 10/16 - 10/17
Mark your calendars for October 16-17, 2024, and join us at Villanova University to be part of this dynamic exchange of knowledge and ideas. Stay tuned for further details, including registration information, as we look forward to your participation in this pivotal event.