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Lean Enterprise Summer
Program Enjoys Fifth Year
The Lean Enterprise Systems Summer Program was held this year for the fifth time, running from June 29 to July 31. The program culminated
with a closing ceremony celebrated at the Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown University, where 178 participants were acknowledged for completing the requirements of the program.
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Huang
First Recipient of Dr. Edwin G. Burdette Professorship
Dr. Baoshan Huang has been named the Dr. Edwin G. Burdette Professor in the College of Engineering. The award honors Burdette,
who has spent more than fifty years at UT and is world-renowned for his civil engineering expertise, particularly in concrete and concrete-based construction. Huang, of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, also has expertise in concrete,
cement and other such materials.
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UT-ORNL
Nuclear Expert Wirth Honored in Washington, DC
Nuclear energy expert Dr. Brian Wirth, a joint UT College of Engineering and Oak Ridge National Laboratory appointee,
received the Ernest Orlando Lawrence Award from US Department of Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz at a Washington, DC, ceremony in July. Wirth is the Governor’s Chair for Computational Nuclear Engineering.
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Khomami
Elected AIChE Fellow
Dr. Bamin Khomami, professor and head of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, was elected as a Fellow
of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), the highest grade of membership.
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Hu Leads
Efforts to Invent a New Manufacturing Technique for Microball Lens
Two Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Biomedical Engineering (MABE) faculty members have joined forces with Beijing
University of Technology in China to invent an innovative manufacturing technique for a microball lens using a femtosecond fiber laser. Assistant
Professor Anming Hu led the group effort — working closely with Magnavox Professor Kenneth Kihm and Dr. Tao Chen at Beijing University of Technology. Their technique is much more facile and less expensive compared to previous methods. These micro lenses and
micro lens array are key optic components for micro-optics systems, wide angle/stereo imaging (compound eyes), and super-resolution imaging. The
work was recently published in Small, a highly-rated Wiley academic journal.
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Stainback
Presents at INMM Annual Meeting
Dr. Joe Stainback, NE, present a paper on "Human Reliability" during a session of the Institute of Nuclear Materials Management
(INMM) Annual Meeting in Indian Wells, California, in July. Stainback presented during a session titled "Nuclear Security and Physical Protection: Panel Discussion on International Perspectives on Trustworthiness Programs."
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Boatner
Featured on ResearchGate
Dr. Lynn Boatner, adjunct professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, was recently featured on the
ResearchGate website. He was the most viewed researcher in Mathematical Chemistry, with 543 new publications views. ResearchGate
is a social networking site for scientists and researchers to share papers, ask and answer questions, and find collaborators.
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Student News and Opportunity
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UT Student Serves
on Panel With Nobel Winners at Prestigious Conference
Many students to take part in workshops and symposia during the summer, but Mallory Ladd got the chance to participate in a particularly
notable event. Ladd, a graduate research fellow and doctoral student in the joint University of Tennessee and Oak Ridge National Laboratory Bredesen Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Graduate Education, attended the 65th annual Lindau Nobel Laureate
Meeting in Germany. At left, Ladd is pictured with former US Secretary of Energy Steven Chu.
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INMM Group Hosts
Social Event During Annual National Meeting
UT’s Institute of Nuclear Materials Management (INMM) student chapter coordinated with the Texas A&M (TAMU) University Student Chapter
to host the inaugural "Student Connect," an international student social, on Monday, July 13, 2015 at the 56th INMM Annual Meeting in Indian Wells, California. This effort aimed to develop and strengthen relationships between international and domestic student
chapters. The social drew approximately 200 students and professionals from over eight countries and provided a fun and relaxed environment for promoting exchanges. Pictured at left are INMM public relations officer Dane de Wet; vice president Stephen Dahunsi,
and chapter president, Hannah Hale. The students, and Stainback were, involved in planning and hosting the event. Support from UT’s Institute for Nuclear Security and TAMU’s Nuclear Security Science and Policy Institute made this event possible. The UT INMM
student chapter is part of a national organization dedicated to developing and spreading best practices for the safe and secure management of nuclear materials
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Tutorial Assistance
Denise Jilka, tutor coordinator for the Thornton Athletics Student Life Center, is searching for a variety of aerospace and mechanical
engineering tutors for the upcoming fall semester. The position is paid, the hours are flexible, and availability is determined by the tutor. The position is open to any student who has previously earned a B or higher in the course they intend to tutor. Those
interested should contact Jilka at [log in to unmask] or click the "Read more" link below.
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Vizzies Are Open
for Submission
The National Science Foundation (NSF) and Popular Science have teamed up once again to issue a challenge: Can you visualize a scientific
idea, concept, or story in an arresting way? If so, they invite you to submit work to the 2016 Visualization Challenge, also known as the Vizzies.
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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, following the program on Twitter, visiting its website at www.coop.utk.edu,
or calling 865-974-5323.
Featured Student: Lila Fisher
 Our student
this week is Lila Fisher, a civil engineering major who accepted a co-op at EMJ Corporation located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Fisher describes the department she worked in and what her main responsibilities were.
"I am working in the construction department mainly, with some estimating," she said. "My responsibilities will include assisting Project managers, Project engineers, and Estimators. It will be my responsibility to have assignments turned in promptly and completed
properly. I will also need to execute all of my objectives for the term."
Fisher said that the most valuable benefit she received during her co-op assignment was, "Seeing the construction side of engineering and working with skilled people."
UPCOMING EVENT DATES
- 11:30 a.m–1:30 p.m. August 28, 2015 – Annual Engineering Cookout
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],
865-974-5323, or 110 Perkins Hall.
Students may read more about their peers' co-op experiences by logging into their Engineering Professional Practice profile via 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] or
865-974-5323.
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Center for Career Development
Engineering/STEM Career Success Week
Sept 11–16th — Activities
Fifth Annual Engineering Career Carnival,
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11
Ferris Lawn (Rain Location: SERF Lobby)
Enjoy a free hotdog, chilidog, veggie burger while supplies last! Meet with one of our corporate sponsors to find out more about upcoming recruiting activities and win prizes. Learn more about exciting ways to get involved on-campus through one of
the COE/STEM student organizations. Corporate Sponsors include: AT&T, Analysis & Measurement Services (AMS), DENSO & MAHLE.
Just-In Time Resume Critiques on the Hill,
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Monday–Tuesday, Sept. 14–15,
Locations:
- Fourth floor Entrance, Min Kao Building
- South Ayres Lawn
- Fourth floor Entrance, Tickle Building
Meet with one of our employer reps or Career Development Staff to review your resume just in time for the fall job fair week!
Tips and Tricks for Job Fair Success for Engineers Workshops 5:00–6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16
Center for Career Development, Classroom 229, 201 Student Union
Come learn from DENSO how to make this year’s job fair work for you!
Save the Date: Fall 2015 Recruiting Dates
Engineering/STEM Job Fair,
3:00–6:00 p.m. Monday, September 21, Thompson-Boling Arena
Supply Chain Job & Internship Fair,
3:00–6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 22, Thompson-Boling Arena
Business, Retail & Government Job & Internship Fair,
3:00–6:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 23, Thompson-Boling Arena
For a list of employers attending, please log into your HIRE-A-VOL account via MY UTK.
For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant—College of Engineering, at [log in to unmask]; Justin Rice, STEM Consultant, at [log in to unmask];
or call 865-974-5435. Check out www.career.utk.edu for a list of all upcoming events.
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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 provides free tutoring to students in a variety of subject areas.
The Book Loan Program 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.
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 Student Success Center 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, third floor of Greve Hall.
Supplemental Instruction: Out of class study sessions with trained student SI Leaders. No appointment necessary. Please see the schedule
for details.
Tutoring: Drop in or by appointment sessions available. Students can check the schedule for details.
More tutoring options may be available through the SSC. Contact SSC if you 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. Read more >>
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