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Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View it in your browser.<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/atcoe/atcoe_02_14_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 February 14, 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> Application deadline extended for COE Ambassadors Applications will be accepted through 4:00 p.m. Monday, February 17, for the 2014-2015 class of College of Engineering Ambassadors. Founded in 2004, the purpose of the Ambassadors is to recruit prospective students to the college, involve the college's student body in its goals, and stimulate community interest in the field of engineering. Applications are welcome from all engineering majors, including biosystems engineering. The application is available online on the Ambassador website<http://web.utk.edu/~coeamb/index.php>. CBE candidate seminar rescheduled The seminar by Dr. Matthew Liberatore, originally scheduled for Thursday, February 13, has been rescheduled for 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 14, in Room 416 of the Dougherty Engineering Building. Liberatore is a candidate for associate professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE)<http://www.engr.utk.edu/cbe/>. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/matthew_liberatore_seminar.html> [MARCON]<http://marcon.utk.edu/> COE faculty, students receive free admission to MARCON 2014 College of Engineering faculty and students receive free admission for MARCON 2014<http://marcon.utk.edu/>, the eighteenth annual Maintenance and Reliability Conference, February 24-27, in Knoxville, Tennessee, at the Knoxville Marriott Hotel. This conference is a forum for practitioners, specialists, educators, students, and the uninitiated to learn and exchange information in the area of reliability and maintenance engineering and management. Read more and register >><http://marcon.utk.edu/> OPPORTUNITIES Nominations open for Diversity Excellence Award [Chancellor's Honors]The Chancellor's Council for Diversity and Interculturalism will award its first ever Diversity Excellence Award at this year's Chancellor's Honors Banquet on Monday, April 21, 2014 . This award will recognize an office, program, or department that has demonstrated outstanding leadership and made consistent contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion at UT. Deadline for submission is 5:00 p.m. Friday, February 21. The application to submit a nomination can be found here >><http://chancellor.utk.edu/honorsbanquet/nominations/diversity.shtml> NSBE Week scheduled for March [NSBE]The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) will present NSBE Week Monday-Friday, March 3-7, 2014. The week's events will include: * Monday: Leadership in Engineering Seminar, 7:00–8:00 p.m. in Room 60, Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HSS) * Tuesday: Resume Clinic, 10:00 a.m.–noon and 1:00–3:00 p.m. in Room 225 of the University Center (UC). Also: Vine Middle Volunteering. * Wednesday: Speed Networking, 7:00 p.m. in the UC Ballroom * Thursday: Engineering Expo, Thompson-Boling Arena * Friday: NSBE Family Game Night, 8:00–10:00 p.m., Vol Hall, sixth floor of MPR Welcome Leader openings available Welcome Leader applications are currently being accepted. Being a Welcome Leader<http://newvols.utk.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2014/01/2014-Welcome-Leader-Position-Description.pdf> is a leadership and mentoring opportunity for current UT students to help assist first-year students in their transition to university life. Interviews will take place from Monday, February 24, to Tuesday, March 5, 2014. Read more >> <http://newvols.utk.edu/orientation/student-leader-recruitment/> ASCO Numatics offers scholarship opportunities for 2014 ASCO Numatics, a leading manufacturer of comprehensive fluid automation solutions, flow control, and pneumatics, will award two merit-based scholarships of $5,000 each for US engineering students who are pursuing careers in industrial automation-related disciplines. The awards will also include $1,000 grants to the colleges at which the winners are enrolled. Application deadline is March 31, 2014. Read more >><http://www.asconumatics.com/LiteratureRequest/ASCO-Numatics-Scholarship.aspx> ExxonMobil offers LOFT Fellowship [ExxonMobil]ExxonMobil has partnered with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) to create fellowships in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields for Hispanic college students. Through HHF’s Latinos On Fast Track (LOFT) program, ExxonMobil seeks to nurture motivated college students across the country with a passion for engineering and science. Applications are open through April 15, 2014. Read more >><http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/?u=d95936b6df&id=0042429e62&e=97443e98c9> EVENTS [Martin Wachs] Dr. Martin Wachs Wachs to speak on transportation finance Dr. Martin Wachs will speak on "The Future of Transportation Finance" 3:40–5:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20, in Room 405 of the John D. Tickle Engineering Building. The seminar is presented by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering<http://cee.utk.edu/>. Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/martin_wachs_2014_seminar.html> Velez-Garcia will discuss materials in seminar Dr. Gregorio Manuel Velez-Garcia, a post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, will speak on "Experimental Evaluation and Simulations of Fiber Orientation and Fiber Length in Injection Molded Glass and Carbon Fiber Composites" at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2014, in Room 307 of the Science and Engineering Research Facility (SERF). Read more >><http://www.engr.utk.edu/enews/seminars/velez_garcia_seminar.html> [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: 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: Danielle Large [Danielle Large]Our student this week is Danielle Large, right, a chemical engineering major who accepted an internship at Clean Air Engineering Inc., located in Powell, Tennessee. Large describes the department she worked in and what her main responsibilities were. "I worked in the calibration lab throughout my internship at Clean Air," she said. "My responsibilities were primarily to calibrate equipment (pressure transmitters of varying pressure, temperature probes), prepare kits for field work, and assist on field work." Large enjoyed learning new things about engineering during her internship. "This assignment showed me an entire side of engineering I would have otherwise never experienced," she said. "My mentor was very helpful and patient in teaching me about the electrical and mechanical aspects of the job. It was an all-around positive experience. I have gained the ability to work independently and approach issues with a problem solving mindset." 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. Engineering Advising Services Mini, Summer, and Fall 2014 Undergraduate Advising and Registration Reminders The Mini and Summer timetable will be on MyUTK for viewing of course offerings Monday, February 24. Mini, Summer, and Fall 2014 Undergraduate Registration Dates: Mini Registration: All students, Wednesday, February 26 Summer Registration: February 26: Priority registration (student athletes, Chancellor/Haslam Honors, etc) March 4: Seniors (90 + hours earned) March 6: Juniors (60 to 89 hours earned) March 11: Sophomores (30 to 59 hours earned) March 13: Freshmen (less than 30 hours earned) Fall Registration: March 10, 11: Priority registration (student athletes, Chancellor/Haslam Honors, etc) Spring Break: March 17-21 March 24, 25: Seniors (90 + hours earned) March 31, April 1: Juniors (60 to 89 hours earned) April 7, 8: Sophomores (30 to 59 hours earned) April 14, 15: 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> Career Services News Drop-in Hours with your College Career Consultant, April Gonzalez 2:00–3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Room 326, John D. Tickle Engineering Building Located directly across from the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering Business Office. No Appointment is needed. Students seen on a first come, first serve basis. ________________________________ 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>. [Vols Success Seminars]<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu/docs/Vols%20Success%20Seminars%20Flyer%20Spring%202014%5B5%5D.pdf> The VOL Success Seminars (VSS)<http://studentsuccess.utk.edu/docs/Vols%20Success%20Seminars%20Flyer%20Spring%202014%5B5%5D.pdf> 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 of 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. CONTACT US <http://www.engr.utk.edu/>Office of Engineering Communications<http://www.engr.utk.edu/news/oec.html> 114 Perkins Hall | Knoxville, TN 37996 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