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Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View it in your browser.<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/atcoe_09_13_13.html> [The University of Tennessee, Knoxville]<http://www.utk.edu> [@COE newsletter of the UT College of Engineering]<http://www.engr.utk.edu/> [175th Year of Engineering] 175 Years of Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/175/> For the week of September 13, 2013 @COE<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/index.html> is published on a weekly basis. Please send submissions to Randall Brown in the Engineering Communications Office at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> by noon on the Thursdays before distribution. FACULTY NEWS [Michael Berry] Dr. Michael W. Berry Berry to be on Constitution Day panel Dr. Michael W. Berry, CISML<http://cisml.utk.edu/> director and a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science<http://www.eecs.utk.edu/>, will be one of four panelists discussing the Fourth Amendment and issues of privacy, transparency, and national and global security on Constitution Day at 5:30 p.m. September 17, 2013, in the Toyota Auditorium of the Howard J. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy. In today's world of instant communication, surveillance cameras, data mining, YouTube, etc., these issues have become contentious topics. This unique panel of four very different professors will review these issues and the impact it has on their field and daily lives. Click here for a flier with more info >><http://cisml.utk.edu/files/Constitution_Day.pdf> [Howard Hall] Dr. Howard Hall Hall interviewed by WUOT Dr. Howard Hall, Governor's Chair Professor in Nuclear Security in the Department of Nuclear Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/nuclear/>, was interviewed about UT's newly opened Center of Excellence in Radiochemistry. WUOT’s Chrissy Keuper spoke with Hall about what radiochemistry is and why he feels its applications are important. Hear the interview >><http://wuot.org/post/university-tennessees-new-radiochemistry-center-excellence> STUDENT NEWS [Systers event] Systers in EECS plan interest meeting Systers in EECS will host its first interest meeting at 5:00 p.m. Monday, September 23, at the sixth floor commons and patio of the Min Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building. Systers is a new group formed to recruit, mentor, and retain women in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science<http://www.eecs.utk.edu/>. View full-size event flier >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/images/9.23.SystersEvent_fullsize.jpeg> COE plans upcoming trip to Costa Rica [Costa Rica]The COE's Global Initiatives program will offer an "Alternative Winter Break" trip to San Miguel, Costa Rica, December 13-20, 2013. Students will stay with a local host family and participate in a service project to build a "non-traditional" sidewalk alongside members of the local community. Side-trip opportunities offer additional cultural experiences. Approximate cost of the trip is $875 plus air fare. A limited number of scholarships are available. For information, call Judith Mallory at 865-974-9234 or visit http://www.engr.utk.edu/global/upcoming_trips.html. EVENTS Moersch to speak on Mars rover Curiosity [Jeffrey Moersch]Dr. Jeffrey Moersch, at right, a professor in the UT Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, will speak on "Results From the First Year of Curiosity Roving the Surface of Mars" 2:30-3:20 p.m. Friday, September 13, in Room 622 of the Min Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/jeffrey_moersch_seminar.html> The talk is presented by the UT COE Department of Materials Science & Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/mse/>. IEEE presents DENSO event [DENSO event]<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/pdf/denso_presentation_web.pdf>The UT student branch of the IEEE is proud will host a presentation by DENSO Manufacturing at 5:00 p.m. Monday, September 16, in Room 435 of the Min Kao building. A recent graduate working for DENSO will provide a high-level overview of the company and talk about his/her duties and experiences there. This event should be great for students interested in future internships or local employment. Free food will be provided. Click the image at the right for a full-size version of the poster >> Roberts to speak about polymers for energy storage [Mark Roberts]Dr. Mark E. Roberts, at left, an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Clemson University, will speak on "Functional Polymers for Electrical Energy Storage" 9:40-10:50 a.m. Tuesday, September 24, in Room 612 of the Dougherty Engineering Building. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/mark_roberts_seminar.html> The talk is presented by the UT COE Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/cbe/>. OPPORTUNITIES Jobs opportunities listed online for computer-science and computer-engineering students Register with Hire-A-VOL, and upload your resume, to access more than twenty-five full-time opportunities with companies targeting computer science and computer-engineering students. This number grows almost daily, and the best way to pursue these career opportunities is through Hire-A-VOL. Simply login to your MyUTK account<https://myutk.utk.edu/>, follow the link to activate your Hire-A-VOL account, and upload your resume. Access to these amazing opportunities is only minutes away, so login to Hire-A-VOL now! Contact Justin Rice at 974-5435 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with questions. [Engineering Professional Practice] Stay up-to-date with Engineering Professional Practice information and events by clicking the “Like” button on the program’s Facebook page<http://www.facebook.com/pages/Knoxville-TN/Engineering-Professional-Practice/151569844861353>, following the program on Twitter<http://twitter.com/UTprofpractice>, visiting its website at www.coop.utk.edu<http://www.coop.utk.edu>, or calling 865-974-5323. Upcoming Events: Prep for Success—“Interview Strategies”: September 17, 5:00, 307 SERF Building Engineering Expo * Interview Deadline for our EXPO—Interviews – September 25, by 3:00 * Fall 2013 Engineering EXPO—October 10, 1:00 to 5:00, University Center Ballroom * Fall 2013 Engineering EXPO Interview Day – October 11, East Stadium Skyboxes Attend either session to learn about co-op and internship opportunities for engineering students and how to get started with the co-op program! Students, please note: If you receive a co-op or internship offer, please contact Engineering Professional Practice for help with paperwork and any preparations you may need – [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>, 865-974-5323, or 310 Perkins Hall. Featured co-op student: Corey Stancombe [Corey Stancombe]Our student this week is Corey Stancombe, shown at right, a mechanical engineering major, who accepted a co-op at Duke Energy Corporation located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Stancombe describes the department he worked in and what his main responsibilities were. “I worked in the monitoring and diagnostics department," he said. "My responsibilities included using advanced pattern recognition technology to monitor plants rotating equipment. We would create models for each piece of equipment with an assortment of points. Then monitor them throughout the week to make sure there were no issues coming up that the plants had not noticed.” Stancombe received valuable benefits from his co-op assignment. “It helped me understand what an engineer does in the real world, and helped me identify where I want to go and do when I get out of school," he said. "It’s a great opportunity!” Students may read more about their peers' co-op experiences by logging into their Engineering Professional Practice profile via www.coop.utk.edu<http://www.coop.utk.edu>, clicking “Resource Library” (on the left margin) and selecting “Students at Work–In Their Own Words.” For information on engineering co-op and internships, contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or 865-974-5323. [VolsTeach] What else can you do with your major? You can now receive your degree and a secondary education teaching license with VolsTeach. The VolsTeach program is available to Math and Science majors who wish to expand their career options by earning a secondary education teaching license. Given the current economy VolsTeach offers one degree with two career paths which will make you more competitive in the future job market. VolsTeach provides: * early and frequent field experiences * personal guidance by Master Teachers and program advisors * the opportunity to have paid exclusive internships during regular and summer terms * a comfortable learning environment that will further enhance your professional skill set [VolsTeach]<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/pdf/VolsTeachFA12flyer.pdf>This is your opportunity to be a part of the program. VolsTeach is open to freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are ready to start a journey that will give them a chance to connect with the community. Become a part of this exciting venture by signing up for the Fall Step 1 course now. Click on the flier to the right for registration information. For more information contact VolsTeach Coach, Jada Johnson at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or visit the program's Facebook page, VolsTeach, for current events, and the program's website, http://volsteach.utk.edu. Engineering Advising Services Spring 2014 Undergraduate Advising and Registration Reminders The Spring timetable will be on MyUTK for viewing of course offerings Monday, Sept. 24. Spring 2014 Undergraduate Registration Dates: October 7 & 8 Priority registration (student athletes, Chancellor/Haslam Honors, etc) October 14 & 15 Seniors (90 + hours earned) October 21 & 22 Juniors (60 to 89 hours earned) November 4 & 5 Sophomores (30 to 59 hours earned) November 25 & 26 Freshmen (less than 30 hours earned) Students taking EF 151-152 (Honors EF 157-158) or Physics 135-136 (Honors 137-138) and Math 141-142 (Honors Math147-148) are advised in the Engineering Advising Office<http://www.engr.utk.edu/advising/> located in Room 202 of Estabrook Hall. Come by or call (865)974-4008 to schedule your advising appointment. Students who have completed EF151-152/Physics 135-136 and Math 141-142 are advised by their major department. Contact your major department to schedule an appointment with your faculty advisor. [Spring Advising Numbers] [Career Services]<http://www.career.utk.edu> [Fall Job Fair] Career Services News Career Services Fall 2013 Office Drop-in Hours on the Hill Through the end of the semester (while classes are in session), Career Services Consultant April Gonzalez will have office hours in the Tickle Building, third floor in the office across from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering on Wednesdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and Fridays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Students do not need an appointment to meet with April during these times and will be served on a first come first serve basis. Stop by today to have your resume critiqued, talk about your job search, interviewing skills and more! ________________________________ “KICK-OFF TO ENGINEERING CAREER SUCCESS WEEK” September 16-19 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Monday, September 16 Career Carnival Ferris/Perkins Courtyard Free Popcorn, Hot Dogs & Soda (while it lasts). Meet with DENSO, MAHLE, Inc., and Eaton Corporation representatives to find out about their fall recruiting activities, COE student organization showcase and giveaways. Sponsored by: DENSO/ Eaton/ MAHLE, Inc. /Career Services 10:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 Just in Time Resume Critiques on the Hill Outside SERF Meet with Career Services, Alcoa, MS Technology representatives to have your resume critiqued in time for the Fall Job Fair on September 24 or the Engineering Expo on Oct. 10. Sponsored by: Alcoa, Inc./MS Technology/Career Services 4:00-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 Tips and Tricks for Job Fair Success for Engineers Career Services, 100 Dunford Hall Presented by Career Services staff. Learn about how to make a favorable impression at the fall job fairs. 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 19 Speed Networking Session University Center Ballroom Participate in a speed networking event with employer reps. to practice your elevator speech in preparation for the Job Fair on September 24! Employer representatives include: ORNL, B&W Y-12, DENSO, Eaton, CGI, Johnson Service Group, Trane Corporation, Mesa Technology and more! This event has limited seating. Students must register via HIRE-A-VOL at www.career.utk.edu<http://www.career.utk.edu> to participate. ________________________________ Justin Rice is now serving as liaison to Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Science students. In addition to serving these majors, Justin also works with students majoring in all hard science areas, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Nursing, and Pre-Health. Questions can be directed to Justin at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>, or contact Career Services at (865) 974-5435 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> for an appointment. ________________________________ For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant, College of Engineering at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or 865-974-5435. Check out www.career.utk.edu<http://www.career.utk.edu> for a list of all upcoming events. [Multicultural Student Life]The Office of Multicultural Student Life offers these academic services<http://multicultural.utk.edu/as_home.php>. For information, call 865-974-6861. Free Tutoring in Math, Chemistry, Biology, and Spanish: 7:00-10:00 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays in the Clement Hall basement. Free Tutoring in Math, English, Engineering, Accounting, French, Chemistry, Biology, and more: Appointment and walk-in tutoring available for all students. Late-Night Study Session (tutoring available): 8:00 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, December 4, and Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at the Black Cultural Center. Games, crafts, stress relief activities. Snacks both days 3:00-10:00 p.m. Vols Success Seminars: During the Fall semester, in collaboration with the Student Success Center and other campus departments, Vols Success Seminars will be offered to all UT students. This series of workshops is designed to equip all students with the knowledge and resources to be successful, inside and outside of the classroom at the UT. Students can register in advance for each workshop at multicultural.utk.edu<http://multicultural.utk.edu/> or studentsuccess.utk.edu<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu>. View the Vols Success Seminars Fall 2013 calendar >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/pdf/vol_success_seminars_fall13.pdf> CONTACT US <http://www.engr.utk.edu/>Office of Engineering Communications<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/oec.html> 207 Perkins Hall | Knoxville, TN 37996-0184 E-mail: Send submissions for @COE to Randall Brown, [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Phone: 865-974-0533 | Fax: 865-946-2560 Big Orange. Big Ideas. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= To view the CAMPCOMM archives or Join/Leave the list: http://listserv.utk.edu/archives/campcomm.html