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Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View it in your browser.<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/atcoe_01_17_14.html> [The University of Tennessee, Knoxville]<http://www.utk.edu> [@COE newsletter of the UT College of Engineering]<http://www.engr.utk.edu/> For the week of January 17, 2014 @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. [Facebook]<http://www.facebook.com/coe.utk> [LinkedIn] <http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4919219&trk=my_groups-b-grp-v> [Arun Majumdar] Dr. Arun Majumdar [Steven Chu] Dr. Steven Chu Distinguished lecture series at Baker Center The Eugene P. Wigner Distinguished Lecture Series in Science, Technology, and Policy will feature two talks on energy issues in the coming weeks at the Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy. Dr. Arun Majumdar, vice president of energy at Google, will present a live webcast on "Energy and the Industrial Revolution: Past, Present, and Future" from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to the Toyota Room of the Baker Center at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2014. Read more >><http://www.utk.edu/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=55103> Dr. Steven Chu, of Stanford University, will present a live webcast on "The Energy and Climate Change: Necessity as the Mother of Invention" from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to the Toyota Room of the Baker Center at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Chu is the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Physics and a professor of molecular and cellular physiology at Stanford. He also served as the twelfth US Secretary of Energy and received the 1997 Nobel Prize in Physics. UT faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend at the Toyota Room and to participate via the web. Read more about the series >><http://www.utk.edu/events/index.php?eID=55006> FACULTY NEWS [Thanos Papanicolaou] Dr. Thanos Papanicolaou [Shashi Nambisan] Dr. Shashi Nambisan New CEE faculty members start this month Two new faculty members joined the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) in January. Dr. Thanos Papanicolaou joins CEE as a professor and Goodrich Chair of Excellence in CEE. He comes to UT the University of Iowa. He earned his MS degree in 1993 and his doctorate in 1997 in civil and environmental engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. His research focuses on sediments and soil, and how they interact with flow and precipitation. As co-director of the Critical Zone Observatory for Intensively Managed Landscapes (IML-CZO)<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/releases/papanicolaou_nsf_iml_czo.html>, an NSF-funded project, Papanicolaou and multi-university partners seek ways to improve the resilience of natural systems that are modified for agriculture and other uses. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/releases/thanos_papanicolaou_new_cee_2014.html> Dr. Shashi Nambisan also joins CEE as a professor this month. He comes to UT from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, where he was professor and director of the Institute for Transportation. He received his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and his MS from Virginia Tech. His research projects have involved local, statewide, regional, and national issues in transportation and information systems management, primarily related to the development and deployment of technology based decision support tools. Read more >><http://cee.utk.edu/people/people.php?id=snambisa> STUDENT NEWS Students and faculty from CURENT visit China [CURENT 2013 China visit] CURENT students and faculty visited universities in China during the 2013 winter break. During the 2013 winter break, students and faculty from Center for Ultra-wide-area Resilient Electric Energy Transmission Networks (CURENT)<http://curent.utk.edu> visited three cities in China. The trip was organized so that students could meet with Chinese universities focusing on the study of electric power: Tsinghua University, North China Electric Power University (NCEPU), and South East University (SEU). The CURENT students and faculty as the first such group from the United States to visit their campuses. Read more >><http://curent.utk.edu/news/press-releases/students-and-faculty-from-curent-visit-china/> [CISML Robot] Program offers assistantship for graduating EECS seniors and grads seeking MS Graduate Assistantship for Masters Students (GRAMS) is an assistantship program coordinated by the Center for Intelligence Systems and Machine Learning (CISML)<http://cisml.utk.edu>. The program is funded by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the Science Alliance, a UT Center of Excellence. If you are considering graduate study at UT/EECS, visit cisml.utk.edu/GRAMS<http://cisml.utk.edu/GRAMS> to review the research areas that are currently supported by GRAMS funding. The program is restricted to master students who are US citizens and who are currently enrolled in full time graduate study at the University of Tennessee. Advising assessments underway The College of Engineering office of Advising Services<http://www.engr.utk.edu/advising/> is currently conducting advising assessments to help improve in the advising process. Freshman students should take the survey at this link<https://utk.co1.qualtrics.com/WRQualtricsSurveyEngine/?Q_SS=0vJNqNO6lcuC9aB_dc00MHOjGSUg8YZ&_=1>. Students already studying within their majors (sophomores through seniors) should take the survey at this link<https://utk.co1.qualtrics.com/WRQualtricsSurveyEngine/?Q_SS=bxRCnTVA9fe308d_bvGSbvTT19TzX9j&_=1>. [CTR] Students could win iPad via CTR survey The Center for Transportation Research (CTR)<http://ctr.utk.edu/> is conducting highway safety research regarding the driving behavior and attitudes/perceptions of area students on a variety of highway safety issues. The results of this research effort may be used as input for state highway safety initiatives. Responses will not be attributed to any individual, but will be used collectively to gain insight into the highway safety issues faced by Tennesseans. Take the survey >><https://surveying.sworps.tennessee.edu/mrIWeb/mrIWeb.dll?I.Project=UTK> The survey will take less than ten minutes to finish. Once it has been completed, the participant's name will be entered into a drawing for an iPad mini or a gift card of equal value. For information, contact Tammy Enix at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Scholarship applications are due soon College of Engineering scholarship applications are due February 1, 2014. The 2014-2015 Continuing and Transfer Student Undergraduate Scholarship application is now available on MYUTK<https://myutk.utk.edu/> (under UTK Financial Aid Links, select "Financial Aid Menu"). Applications are open for COE Ambassadors The College of Engineering is now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 class of College of Engineering Ambassadors. Founded in 2004, the Ambassadors are the undergraduate arm of recruitment for the college. The purpose of the Ambassadors is to recruit prospective students to the College of Engineering, involve the college's student body in its goals, and stimulate community interest in the field of engineering. The application is available online on the Ambassador website<http://web.utk.edu/~coeamb/index.php>. Submissions are due by 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 14, in Room 202 of Estabrook Hall. Applications are welcome from all engineering majors, including biosystems engineering. Read more >><http://web.utk.edu/~coeamb/index.php> EVENTS Agarwal will speak in CBE seminar Dr. Pratul Agarwal<http://web.ornl.gov/~pratul/biographical.shtml> from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) will speak in a seminar presented by the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/cbe/> 4:00-5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 23, 2014, in Room 524 of the Min Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building. Srivilliputhur to talk about cementite research [Srini Srivilliputhur]Dr. Srinivasan G. Srivilliputhur, at right, will speak on "Cementite: Ancient Material, New Science" 2:00-3:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2014, in Room 307 of the Science and Engineering Research Facility (SERF). Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/srini_srivilliputhur_seminar.html> The talk is presented by the Department of Materials Science and Engineering<http://www.engr.utk.edu/mse/>. OPPORTUNITIES [Study Abroad Class 2013] The 2013 study-abroad class at the Royal Institution in London, England. Engineering study-abroad offerings expanded for summer 2014 The College of Engineering (COE) now offers five different courses for the 2014 Faculty–led Study Abroad Programs<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/faculty_study_abroad.html>. An information session about the courses will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 17, in Room 354 of the Min Kao Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building. * Engineering in London<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/engineering_in_london.html>– Dr. Roger Parsons, Dr. Mike Berry, Dr. Paul Crilly; May 30-July 1, 2014, London, England * Sustainable Energy<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/study_abroad_dublin.html>– Dr. Madhu Madhukar; May 8-28, 2014, Dublin Ireland * Water Resources and Climate Change in the European Alps<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/european_alps.html>– Dr. Glenn Tootle; May 6-28, 2014, Innsbruck Austria * Lean, Reliability, and Maintainability Engineering in Germany<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/study_abroad_rme_germany.html>– Dr. Klaus Blache; June 1-21, 2014, Munich, Germany * Nuclear Engineering in Prague<http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/study_abroad_nuclear.html>– Dr. Eric Lukosi; May 11-25, 2014, Prague, Czech Republic Faculty and students who have been on these trips will be available to answer your questions at the information session. Another opportunity to learn about studying internationally will be during the University Study Abroad Fair, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 29, in the University Center ballroom. The deadline to apply for COE Study Abroad Fellowships is February 10, 2014. Read about fellowships >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/Fellowship.html> Read students' study-abroad experiences from past summers >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/outreach/Testimonies.html> [Bamboo Valley in Jamaica] Bamboo Valley near Mandeville, Jamaica Spots available for alternative spring break trip to Jamaica Engineering students interested in a unique experience for this year's spring break have an opportunity to travel to Jamaica for an engineering service project and cultural activities. The trip will be March 16-22, 2014. Participating students will live with a local family and work alongside native Jamaicans and other international volunteers in the inland community of Mandeville, in the Manchester Parish. For information, contact Judith Mallory at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or 865-974-9234. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/global/upcoming_trips.html> Counselors sought for engineering summer programs The College of Engineering (COE) is seeking counselors for the seventeenth annual Summer Pre-college Programs<http://www.engr.utk.edu/diversity/pre-college/> for rising seventh-through-twelfth grade students. In summer 2014, COE will provide hands-on learning experiences designed to motivate students who have interests and aptitude to consider careers in engineering. Participants learn about careers in engineering, explore the UT campus, tour engineering labs and facilities, compete in engineering challenges, and have an opportunity to jump start their academic career. The programs will be held on UT's Knoxville campus June 1–July 19, 2014. Counselors will be responsible for assisting the program in developing, coordinating, and maintaining an environment within which strives to provide a positive intellectual, emotional, and social living environment for students. Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2014. For more information and to apply, click here<http://www.engr.utk.edu/diversity/pre-college/Engineering%20Summer%20Counselor%20Application.pdf>. ACEC/TEF scholarships announced The American Council of Engineering Companies of Tennessee (ACEC-TN), the Tennessee Engineering Foundation (TEF), and the national American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) are offering scholarships. Details are available at acectn.org/engeineering-excellence-awards/scholarships/<http://acectn.org/engeineering-excellence-awards/scholarships/>. The deadline for scholarships offered by the ACEC-TN is January 24, 2014. Tennessee winners will also compete for scholarships offered by the national organization. The TEF is offering three scholarships in addition to the Dorothy & Arthur Crouch Memorial scholarship. The TEF deadline is February 3, 2014. VW scholars program available to UT students UT students are eligible to apply for the 2014 Volkswagen Distinguished Scholars Program, a research internship administered for Volkswagen Group of America by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) on behalf of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The program offers students the opportunity to participate in research for ten full weeks during the summer at ORNL where scientific mentors will select projects for individual students based on their interests and degree fields. An optional second summer is possible where students will further their research at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Eligibility: * Undergraduate student: Junior or Senior during Summer 2014 * Graduate student: Not yet completed course-work * May 2014 graduates entering graduate school * STEM degree field with interest in the automotive sector * Must be a US Citizen * Must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above The program is open to any eligible student studying a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline with an interest in the automotive industry. Examples of research projects interns would be assigned include: * Low-cost carbon fiber * Battery storage * Biofuels, engines and emissions * Additive manufacturing * Intelligent transportation systems * Sustainable manufacturing Deadline for applications is February 12, 2014. For more information or to download an application, visit www.orau.org/volkswagen<http://www.orau.org/volkswagen>. CSURE REU program seeks summer research participants The ten-week Computational Science for Undergraduate Research Experiences (CSURE) summer program from the Joint Institute for Computational Sciences (JICS)<http://www.jics.utk.edu/> encourages undergraduate students to apply for the 2014 edition of this National Science Foundation-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU). CSURE offers undergraduate students the opportunity to use supercomputers managed by the National Institute for Computational Sciences (NICS) and housed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to explore leading-edge computational science models and techniques successful in many data- and compute-intensive applications. The deadline for application submission is Feb. 15. Read more >><http://www.nics.tennessee.edu/CSURE-2014> REU opportunity at Kansas State Kansas State University (KSU) Center for Sustainable Energy is now accepting applications for the summer 2014 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program May 27, 2014–August 1, 2014. The application deadline is February 15, 2014. KSU seeks undergraduate students to apply in the departments of agriculture economics, sociology, agronomy, biological and agricultural Engineering, and grain science and industry. Read more >><http://cse.ksu.edu/REU> [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: January 28, 2014 – Prep for Success “Promote Yourself,” Room 307 SERF at 5:00 p.m. February 4, 2014 – Prep for Success “Interview Strategies,” Room 307 SERF at 5:00 p.m. February 19, 2014 – Interview Deadline for Spring EXPO, get registered and make appointments to meet with advisors March 6, 2014 – Spring Engineering EXPO, Thompson-Boling Arena (Concourse, Enter at Gate D) March 7, 2014 – Interview Day, East Skyboxes 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 student: Jordan Mykleby [Jordon Mykleby]Our student this week is Jordan Mykleby, a mechanical engineering major who accepted a co-op at Altec Industries Inc., located in Burnsville, North Carolina. Mykleby describes the department he worked in and what his main responsibilities were. "I worked in the design department," he said. "My responsibilities were to work with the final assembly contact and design a truck using SolidWorks with all the correct options to satisfy the customer and Altec manufacturing processes." Mykleby found the co-op assignment to be a valuable benefit. "It is the perfect experience to get your feet wet in the engineering work environment, and learning about life after college," he said. 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/VolsTeach_flyer_sp14.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 left 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. [Career Services]<http://www.career.utk.edu> Career Services News Save the Date: Spring 2014 Recruiting Events [Spring Job Fair]Spring Job & Internship Fair 2:00–6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, Thompson-Boling Arena For a list of employers, check your HIRE-A-VOL account. Pre-registration for the Job and Internship Fair: Noon-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 21 and/or Wednesday, January 29, at the Science and Engineering Research Facility (SERF) Students attending the Spring Job & Internship Fair, this year, need to pre-register for this event. Once again the University of Tennessee has partnered with Recpass for our Spring Job & Internship Fair. RecPass technology creates an electronic format of your resume to share with employers at the career fair. Similar to last falls career fair many employers require students to have a RecPass to be considered for employment. * Sign up for RecPass and register for the career fair at https://recpass.com/university-of-tennessee * Upload your résumé and complete the rest of your profile that you would like to be visible to the employers prior to the fair AT THE FAIR: * You will receive your pre-printed name badge with your RecPass QR Code. This badge will enable employers to scan your QR code and immediately access your school information, personal contact information, and résumé electronically * If you already have a RecPass badge from a past career fair you do not need a new one, as your original RecPass will still work. Make sure to keep your profile and resume updated. NOTE: If you choose to wait and register onsite, you will need to bring an electronic copy of your resume to upload to the RecPass registration site. Otherwise, your resume may not be viewable to employers and your entry into the event may be delayed! RECPASS BENEFITS FOR YOU: * Provides quick and easy data sharing of contact information and résumé with target employers * Saves paper, time and money * Ensures data and discussion notes are captured enabling faster follow up by employers and preventing lost applications * Reduces or eliminates the need to “apply online,” as employers can now upload your documents and resume directly * Reduces data entry time providing more time for more valuable discussion with employers We look forward to having you participate in the upcoming Spring Job & Internship Fair at the University of Tennessee. ________________________________ Seventh Annual Engineering Etiquette Dinner 5:30–8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 5, UC Hermitage Room Registration begins in January via HIRE-A-VOL Employer sponsors include: DENSO, Eaton, Norfolk Southern Company and Massey. Enjoy a free four course meal, interact with sponsors and learn about formal business dining etiquette. ________________________________ Upcoming Employer Information Sessions Schlumberger Information Session: Schlumberger will hold an information session from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on February 19, 2014, in Room 221 of the University Center. This is an open information session. Kimberly-Clark information session: Kimberly-Clark will hold an information session 6:00-8:00 p.m. on February 24, 2014, in 100 Dunford Hall. This event has been marked as an Open Information Session. ________________________________ For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant—College of Engineering, at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>; Justin Rice, STEM Consultant, at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>; or call 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 Academic Support Unit (ASU) in Multicultural Student Life supports the academic success of students through a variety of services: The Tutoring Program<http://multicultural.utk.edu/as_tutoring.php> provides free tutoring to students in a variety of subject areas including: math, biology, chemistry, and language arts. Appointment and walk-in tutoring will begin on Monday, January 13. Appointment tutoring hours are 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Friday; and 2:00–6:00 p.m. Sunday in the Black Cultural Center. Appointments can be made using the GradesFirst software, available through MYUTK. Walk-in tutoring hours for Spring 2014 are 2:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday in the Black Cultural Center and7:00-10:00 p.m. Monday and Wednesday in Clement Hall. View the available tutoring programs here >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/pdf/MSL_Spring_2014_Tutoring_Offerings.pdf> The Book Loan Program<http://multicultural.utk.edu/as_loan.php> allows students to borrow up to two books free of charge. Students must return the borrowed books at the end of the semester. Applications for the Book Loan Program are at multicultural.utk.edu<http://multicultural.utk.edu>. The VOL Success Seminars (VSS) is a series of workshops designed to equip all students with the knowledge and resources to be successful, inside and outside of the classroom, at the University of Tennessee. The Vols Success Seminars will resume in February 2014. Students can register in for each workshop at multicultural.utk.edu<http://multicultural.utk.edu/> or studentsuccess.utk.edu<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu>. The Final Prep Sessions provide students with a quiet and comfortable environment to study for their final exams. Students have access to tutoring in a variety of subjects. The Black Cultural Center extends its hours in order to accommodate those students who wish to have additional studying time. Stress relief activities and snacks are also provided for students to aid in their studying. The dates for the Finals Prep Sessions are 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Monday, April 28, and Tuesday, April 29. ________________________________ The Student Success Center<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu> offers a variety of academic support. Academic Coaching: A one-one-one meeting with a trained GTA who can help with time management, goal setting, and more. Call 865-976-6641 to make an appointment or stop by 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Academic Success Workshops: Spring sessions are going on now. Please have students contact Doug Renalds ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>) with questions. Supplemental Instruction: Out of class study sessions with trained student SI Leaders. No appointment necessary. Please see the schedule for details<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu/support/supplemental/si-sessionhours.shtml>. Tutoring: Drop in or by appointment sessions available. Tutoring will begin January 21, and students can check the schedule for details<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu/support/tutoring/schedule.shtml>. Please also let students know that more tutoring options may be available through the SSC and to contact us if they are in need of tutoring for a subject not currently listed on the website. UT LEAD: Many SSC services are currently available for UT LEAD students. Please contact Stella Bridgeman-Prince ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>) with any questions. 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