Engineering News Fall 2023

Dean's Message, Fall 2023

This Fall, we delightedly welcomed the class of 2027 and four new tenure track faculty members, along with our returning students, faculty, and staff. We also had the pleasure of hosting over 160 engineering alumni/ae and their guests at Grand Bash 2023: A Season of Gratitude. I am thankful for all who attended and made the night truly remarkable.

Welcome New Faculty

The School of Engineering is delighted to introduce four new tenure track faculty members joining our community of scholars this year. Their dedication to teaching and their extensive research expertise promise to inspire our students and enrich our programs.

Summer Engineering Seminar named one of 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM!

Congratulations, SCU Engineering Summer Engineering Seminar for being awarded the INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine’s 2023 Inspiring Program in STEM Award!

Engineering and the Good Life

In the constantly shifting landscape of technology and innovation, engineers emerge as the visionary creators of the future. With that much responsibility, there is a need for engineers to not only possess the technical competence to create this evolving landscape but also the necessary resources to create it ethically. Championed by the School of Engineering’s Director of Ethics Programs and Initiatives, Dr. Matthew Gaudet, the "Engineering and the Good Life" program addresses this need.

Alumni Profile: Jocelyn Tan ’15

Jocelyn Tan is currently on the board of the Technology Ethics Council at SCU's Markkula Center of Ethics. She is also the founder of Sisu VR, a company focused on workplace misconduct and safety response training using virtual reality.

Facts and figures for the 2022-23 academic year enrollment for Engineering Undergraduate Programs and Engineering Graduate Programs.

Transforming Power Systems for a Sustainable Future

Dr. Maryam Khanbaghi, an associate professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and director of the Power Systems and Sustainable Energy Program, has been awarded the highly prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER award for her effort to combat climate challenges by revolutionizing power systems.

Inspiring Creativity: The Kinetic Design Art Challenge at Santa Clara University

Excitement took over the Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation on September 25, as SCU Presents, the Cultural Commission of the City of Santa Clara, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the School of Engineering, came together to host the opening ceremony of 'The Mechanical Horse.'

New Ph.D. in Bioengineering

To keep up with the increasing demand from students and industry, the School of Engineering has launched a new Ph.D. degree program in Bioengineering and is now accepting applications! The School established this program to further enhance the academic quality and reputation of the department while taking a significant stride in furthering its research. 

Did You Know?

Civil engineering encompasses a wide range of subfields, including Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Construction Engineering and Management, all emphasizing sustainable design choices. Bioengineering offers a diverse spectrum of specialized fields, including biomedical device engineering, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, medical imaging, biomechanics and biomaterials, and Bio AI, all contributing to advancements in healthcare and human well-being.

Kairan Quazi's Remarkable Journey: From Early Learner to Starlink Engineer

While most kids at the age of 14 are spending their summer vacation going to the beach, hanging out with their friends, or attending summer school, Kairan Quazi is starting his first job as an engineer for Space X’s Starlink just one month after graduating with his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Santa Clara University (SCU). Kairan's journey into computer science and engineering began at a young age, excelling in the subject and completing his school's computer science curriculum up to the 8th grade level by the time he was in 2nd grade. Throughout his accelerated academic career he has faced challenges, but with the support of his family and friends, he has officially become Santa Clara’s youngest graduate.

Enriching Diversity: Exploring the Engineering Journey with Hispanic Students at Santa Clara University

Meet Eduardo Noyola, Cinthya Jauregui, and Gerardo Aguayo Quezada - three engineering students whose Hispanic heritage has influenced their paths in both engineering and life. In this interview, we delve into the experiences and motivations of these talented individuals as they share their unique perspectives on engineering, problem-solving, and the advice they offer to fellow Hispanic students aspiring to pursue careers in this dynamic field.

Presidenta Sullivan expande sus compromisos para apoyar estudiantes subrepresentados

En una carta que envió la Presidenta Sullivan a principios de este año, ella informo a la comunidad sobre los compromisos que está asumiendo la Universidad de Santa Clara para "fortalecer la comunidad de nuestros estudiantes de color, y aumentar significativamente el número de estudiantes de bajos ingresos y de grupos subrepresentados que asisten a Santa Clara." A continuación se presentan dos de las formas en que la Universidad se compromete a apoyar sus esfuerzos como Institución al Servicio de Hispanos (HSI, por sus siglas en inglés).