View as web page [log in to unmask]" class=""> College of Engineering @COE e-newsletter For the week of February 5, 2016 News on the College, Faculty, Speakers, Students, Opportunities and Events The @COE e-newsletter is published each Friday during the UT semester. Please send submissions to Randall Brown in the Engineering Communications Office at [log in to unmask] by noon on the Thursdays before distribution. [log in to unmask]" class="">    [log in to unmask]" class="">   [log in to unmask]" class="">   [log in to unmask]" class=""> Featured News [log in to unmask]" class=""> Engineering Departments Named Key Players in $30 Million Consortium UT’s study of nuclear engineering and scintillation materials got a significant boost with a research group being named a major player in a $30 million consortium sponsored by the US Department of Energy. Backed by the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Nuclear Science and Engineering Nonproliferation Research Consortium is aiming to create a pipeline of new talent and generate new concepts and technologies in basic and applied nuclear science that can be transferred to the national laboratories. Read more [log in to unmask]" class=""> Research Taking a Shot at Improving Solar Energy SunShot might sound like the next wave of NASA missions, or perhaps even the latest weapon of a James Bond villain, but it’s a US Department of Energy research initiative that holds the potential to reshape the way we think about, gather, and use solar energy. The SunShot National Laboratory Multiyear Partnership recently awarded a $2.3 million, thirty-six-month project to UT’s College of Engineering and its collaborators. Read more Study Abroad Fellowships Deadline Approaches Last opportunity! The deadline for applications for the COE Study Abroad Fellowships for summer 2016 programs is Monday, February 8, 2016 (decision by March 1, 2016). The fellowship application deadline for fall 2016 study abroad programs is March 11, 2016. Read more [log in to unmask]" class=""> Alternative Summer Break Planned in Cuba The College of Engineering's Global Initiatives program will host an alternative summer break trip to Cuba May 11-18, 2016. Students will stay in the historic center of Old Havana, explore the culture, and complete playground and school repairs. Visits are also planned to museums and a national Eco project, as well as a "tobacco tour" and a boat tour through the Vinales Caves. Read more Faculty & Staff News Baker Center Program Offers Faculty Opportunity  The Howard H. Baker Center for Public Policy joined the Diplomacy Lab program in fall 2015. Through this program, faculty can "bid" to work on a special project in partnership with State Department officials and their class. It is an opportunity to help with real world issues and add experience and grow contacts for all involved. The deadline for submission is Tuesday, February 9. For information, contact Nissa Dahlin-Brown at [log in to unmask]. Read more Speakers & Events Andrew May Will Speak in MSE Seminar  Dr. Andrew F. May will speak on "Understanding Complex Materials for the Development of Advanced Functionality" at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, in Room 307 of the Science and Engineering Research Facility (SERF). The seminar is presented by the Department of Material Science and Engineering. Read more [log in to unmask]" class=""> Astronaut Sandra Magnus to speak at UTSI  Dr. Sandra "Sandy" Magnus will give a presentation entitled "Perspectives from Space" at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, in the auditorium of the UT Institute (UTSI). Her presentation will encompass stories, experiences and perspectives gained over her years as an astronaut. served sixteen years in the NASA Corps. Magnus flew two shuttle missions to the International Space Station (ISS) and served on the ISS as a member of Expedition 18 for four and a half months. Read more Colonel Todaro to Speak on "The Secret Handshake" at UTSI  Col. Rodney F. Todaro, USAF, and Commander AEDC AFMC, Arnold AFB, will give a seminar entitled, "The Secret Handshake" at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 10, in room H-111 at the UT Space Institute (UTSI. Col Todaro will discuss the "Universal Truths" of flight and ground test, as well as general advice on management and leadership gained through his experience as a flight test professional for the Air Force over the last sixteen years. He also will relate some real world examples to these "Universal Truths" and advice. Read more about UTSI Women in Leadership Panel hosted by CURENT  CURENT is hosting a college-level seminar/panel titled "Women in Leadership" on April 1, 2016. Jacinda Woodward, senior vice president at TVA; Kim Greene, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Southern Company; Anda Ray, senior vice president at Electric Power Research Institute; and Jennifer Cistola, senior vice president at CableLabs, will visit CURENT to meet with students from all engineering disciplines. Read more about CURENT [log in to unmask]" class=""> Cornell Professor to Speak in Wigner Lecture  Dr. Roald Hoffman will speak on "The Chemical Imagination at Work in Very Tight Places" in the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) Eugene P. Wigner Distinguished Lecture Series at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 9, in the Iran Thomas Auditorium at the ORNL Spallation Neutron Source. Hoffman is the Frank H.T. Rhodes Professor of Humane Letters Emeritus at Cornell University and a 1981 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry. For information, contact Lindsey Twardy at 865-574-0599 or [log in to unmask].  Read more [log in to unmask]" class=""> 20th MARCON Set for February  MARCON 2016 will celebrate the conference's twentieth anniversary February 22–25, in Knoxville with the theme "Defining Your Future with Reliability and Maintainability." UT faculty and full-time College of Engineering students may attend the formal portion of the conference, February 24–25, for free. Read more Student News and Opportunity [log in to unmask]" class=""> Elevator Pitch and Mock Interview Workshop Planned The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers will host an elevator pitch and mock interview workshop 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, at the Frieson Black Cultural Center. Companies attending will include TVA, Denso, and the Southern Company. Read more Campus Leadership & Service Scholarships Available The University of Tennessee is fortunate to have several scholarships available to upperclassmen based primarily on campus leadership and campus and community service. The recipients of these scholarships are chosen in the spring by a committee appointed by the Division of Student Life. Students may apply themselves or may be recommended by another member of the campus community. Read more Pursuit Calls for Submissions Pursuit is an international, multidisciplinary journal of undergraduate research, based here at UT. The journal accepts advanced, original research-based submissions from undergraduate students in all academic disciplines, and graduates may submit their work within one year of their graduation date. Research-based term papers are also considered. The final submission deadline is February 7, 2016. Read more APPA The American Public Power Association (APPA) awards several types of scholarships each year to university students as part of its Demonstration of Energy & Efficiency Developments (DEED) Program. APPA is the service organization for the nation's community-owned electric utilities. DEED is APPA's research program that funds innovative, energy-related research. Read more Phi Kappa Phi The Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Fellowship Competition awards stellar academic achievers who plan to attend graduate school in the next academic year. For eligibility, applicants must be a Phi Kappa Phi member by June 30, 2016; and must have have applied for enrollment as a full-time graduate student for 2016-2017. Application deadline is March 10, 2016. Read more COE Ambassador Applications are Open The College of Engineering (COE) is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 class of COE Ambassadors. The application is available online on the Ambassador website. Submissions are due by 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 12, 2016, in 316A Perkins Hall. Applications are welcome from all engineering majors, including biosystems engineering. Ambassadors Website Notice for Seniors Graduating Spring and Summer 2016 Seniors who are graduating spring or summer 2016 should have received e-mail notices recently from the Registrar's Office regarding instructions on checking their hometown information in MyUTK Banner for commencement program purposes. The deadline to correct or enter a hometown is February 26, 2016. Students should e-mail Jacqueline Jones at [log in to unmask] with any hometown changes or hometowns newly entered by the February 26 deadline. Engineering Advising Mini, Summer, and Fall Advising Dates 2016 Advising flags can be cleared for all students in the week of February 15. Mini and Summer Turntables will be online Monday, February 22. The Fall Timetable will be online Monday, March 7. Mini Registration: For all students — Wednesday, February 24 Summer Registration: Priority — Wednesday, February 24 Seniors — Tuesday, March 1 Juniors — Thursday, March 3 Sophomores — Tuesday, March 8 Freshmen — Thursday, March 10 Fall Registration Spring Break — March 14-18 Priority Registration — Monday-Tuesday, March 21-22 Seniors — Monday-Tuesday, March 28-29 Juniors — Monday-Tuesday, April 4-5 Sophomores — Monday-Tuesday, April 11 and 12 Freshmen — Monday-Tuesday, April 25 and 26 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, visiting its website at www.coop.utk.edu, or calling 865-974-5323.  Spring 2016 Engineering Expo 2:00-5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Feb 16; Thompson-Boling Arena, concourse level Interview Day Wednesday, Feb 17; by appointment only Thompson-Boling Arena, concourse level  Students interested in participating in the Engineering Professional Practice program should create a profile in our system and then come visit us in 110 Perkins Hall: www.myinterfase.com/utk/studentregistration.aspx 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. Center for Career Development [log in to unmask]" class=""> Spring Job & Internship Fair 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. February 11, 2016 Thompson-Boling Arena The 2016 Spring Job and Internship Fair typically brings in over 190+ corporate employers, government agencies, and non-profit organizations who are seeking students and alumni for full-time entry-level positions and/or internships. The Spring Job and Internship Fair is for ALL Majors and Degree levels. Many of the organizations attending the fair will be interviewing the following day or later in the semester. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with so many potential employers at one time. To view a list of employers attending, please visit http://bit.ly/SJIF2016. Workshops/Career Events/Job Fairs Diversity Job Fair 3:00-5:00 p.m. February 10, 2016 Thompson-Boling Arena The Diversity Job Fair (DJF) is designed for students from a variety of populations, such as students with disabilities, the LGBTQ community and individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. The DJF is for all majors and degree levels. Professional dress and resumes are expected. The fair is meant to be inclusive. Define your own diversity. For a list of organizations attending, visit http://bit.ly/DJF2016. [log in to unmask]" class=""> [log in to unmask]" class=""> If you have any questions, please contact the Center for Career Development at 865-974-5435 or [log in to unmask] For more information, contact April Gonzalez , Career Services Consultant—College of Engineering, at [log in to unmask]; Kertesha Riley, 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.  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 textbooks 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 >> Contact Us College of Engineering 124 Perkins Hall Knoxville, TN 37996 Communications Office: Phone: 865-974-0533 Send submissions for @COE to Randall Brown, [log in to unmask] [log in to unmask]" class="">  [log in to unmask]" class="">  [log in to unmask]" class="">  Big Orange. Big Ideas. The flagship campus of the University of Tennessee System and partner in the Tennessee Transfer Pathway.