The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering news for undergraduates
Happening
Lunchtime Food Trucks will be at the Shaw Building's picnic area on the corner of East Paul Dirac Drive and Pottsdamer Street starting at 11:00 am. Lunch truck tentative schedule here.
COE Cafe: Fall 2025 Hours - Mon - Fri, 7:30am - 3:00pm | Menu
IGNITE Grand Opening, October 21, 2025, 9:00am-12 ;00pm at IGNITE Tallahassee | Register to attend!
Discovery Challenge - Pitch Competition, October 21, 2025, 3:00pm - 5:00pm at Turnbull
Join ASML for an exclusive event Meet & Greet, October 22, 2025, Info Table:10:00am-4:00pm | Info session: 4:30pm-6:00pm, Classroom B210. (Jacobs)
FSU Discovery Days: Quantum Event, October 24, 2025,
12-3 pm, IRCB Auditorium and Atrium - Dr. Cyprian Lewandowski (Shearer)
Engineering Ambassador Network (EAN) SE Workshop, October 24-26, 2025, TBD (Keller)
Trademark Fundamental - lunch and learn with TealAcre, October 29, 2025, 12:00pm-1:00pm at IGNITE Tallahassee
FSU Homecoming, November 1, 2025
Veteran's Day Holiday, November 11, 2025, College closed
TechTracks with IGNITE Tallahassee and Danfoss Turbocor November 13, 2025, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at IGNITE and Danfoss
FSU Discovery Days, October 20-24, 2025, TBD (Shearer)
Engineering Ambassador Network (EAN) SE Workshop, October 24-26, 2025, TBD (Keller)
FSU Homecoming, November 1, 2025
Veteran's Day Holiday, November 11, 2025, College closed
Joint Management Council Meeting, November 18, 2025, 2:00pm - 3:00pm, Location B202 (Brown)
Thanksgiving Day Holiday—No Classes, November 26-28, 2025 (Wednesday-Friday)
Last Day of Classes, December 5, 2025
Final Exams, December 8-12, 2025
Fall Semester Ends, December 12, 2025
Bookmark college events webpage.
Discovery Days: Engage with 
the FSU Quantum Initiative
Friday, October 24, 2025 | 12 p.m. | FSU's Interdisciplinary Research and Commercialization Building, 2001 Levy Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310 - Quantum Initiative News
Would you like to learn about the quantum research conducted at FSU and the MagLab?
Are you looking for undergraduate research opportunities?
Or are you just curious about what the "quantum buzz" is all about?
If the answer to any of these questions is a “Yes”, then come to the event! Register here.
Each speaker will provide a 2-3 min discussion of key quantum concepts in talks (the suggested concept next to the speaker's name), tie these quantum concepts to the speaker's research, and follow with a discussion of an example undergraduate project.
Program:
12:00 - Pizza
12:05 - Dr. Mike Shatruk (Welcome and introduction to FSU Quantum Initiative!)
12:12 - Dr. Nick Bonesteel (What is quantum physics, entanglement, and why is it important?)
12:24 - Dr. Yanzhu Chen (What is quantum computing?)
12:36 - Dr. Łukasz Dusanowski (What are quantum experiments?)
13:48 - Dr. Vladimir Dobrosavljevic (What are quantum materials?)
13:00 - BREAK
13:15 - Dr. Kathleen Amm (Introduction to MagLab and its quantum research)
13:27 - Dr. Tomas Orlando (What is the uncertainty principle?)
12:39 - Dr. Haochuan Mao (What are quantum experiments?)
13:52 - Dr. Kavipriya Thangavel (What is quantum superposition and why is it important?)
14:04 - Dr. Ashley Carr (What is spectroscopy (a quantum technique) and why is it important for biology?)
14:16 - End of the talks & Posters by graduate students/postdocs from FSU Quantum initiative groups
14:45 - MagLab Tour A leaves (OPTIONAL)
15:00 - MagLab Tour B leaves (OPTIONAL)
Opportunities for Undergraduates
Scholarships
SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship
Applications are now open for the 2026 SmithGroup Design a Better Future Scholarship program. The scholarship's mission is to create a more inclusive design industry by providing students with opportunities to pursue their academic and professional goals. Students committed to advancing inclusion in the design industry are encouraged to apply.
The scholarship provides a one-time award of $6,000 to five students studying either architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning or engineering, to help offset their tuition. Each recipient will also serve as a paid summer intern at any SmithGroup office in the United States where their discipline is located.
The deadline for applications is Monday, December 8, 2025. Please share this scholarship opportunity with faculty, staff and students at your institution to encourage eligible students to apply.
Further information about the scholarship, eligibility and requirements is available in the application portal.
ASML Day in Engineering: October 22, 2025 at 9AM
ASML Day at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering | Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 9:00 am - 7:00 pm EST
ASML is an innovation leader in the semiconductor industry. We provide chipmakers with everything they need - hardware, software, and services - to mass produce patterns on silicon through lithography.
At ASML San Diego, engineers and scientists are developing the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) light source that powers the world's most advanced microchips. Home to the global Center of Excellence for EUV light source development, this is where breakthrough physics meets real-world semiconductor engineering.
Get a front-row seat to the forefront of technology with an ASML internship. Learn more about our student internships across our US locations.
Working on our pioneering lithogrpahy systems will offer you stand-out professional experience and help develop your skills rapidly. Work alongside our engineering experts and help us change the world, one nanometer at a time. Discover roles and join our community of next generation tech leaders.
Click here to register and Check-in for the event.
2025 Engineering Job Fair- NYC Department of Transportation | November 14
NYC DOT is hosting an Engineering Job Fair on Friday, November
14, 2025. We would like to invite Florida A&M University senior engineering students to attend. Details are attached on the flyer, and we request that you post or forward the flyer to your civil, mechanical, and/or electrical engineering students who will be graduating in May/June 2026 or to recent known engineering graduates. The salary starts at $68,709 for a 35-hour week with a possibility of cash overtime. Benefits include a defined pension, free health care, 12 vacation days a year and a robust deferred compensation program.
Meet & Greet: Join ASML for an Exclusive Event October 22
Wednesday October 22nd ,2025. FSU-FAMU College of Engineering
Discover why ASML is one of the most exciting companies in the semiconductor industry today. ASML is not just shaping the future of technology—it’s redefining it. With a culture built on collaboration, challenge, and care, ASML empowers its global teams to push boundaries and solve some of the toughest challenges in science and engineering. Whether you're passionate about optics, mechatronics, software, manufacturing or supply chain, there's a place for you to grow and make an impact.
Don’t miss your chance to connect with ASML representatives October 22nd at the FSU-FAMU College of Engineering!
Where: FSU-FAMU College of Engineering Atrium
When: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Meet & Greet)
Info Session: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM – Room B210
Learn more about our exciting internship opportunities, explore career paths, and get your questions answered by ASML professionals. Turn curiosity into a career.
NBCU Academy Business & Media-Tech Huddle: In Conversation with Tiffany Chow | October 30th | 4pm - 5pm ET (VIRTUAL)
You are Invited to the NBCU Academy Business & Media-Tech Huddle: In Conversation with Tiffany Chow NBC News Group, SVP Strategy and Business Development | Date: October 30th | 4pm - 5pm ET (VIRTUAL)
Learn from one of the top leaders in media about the intersection of business and technology during In Conversation with Tiffany Chow. You will also meet NBCU Academy team members, learn about early career opportunities, and more. Anyone interested in business, technology, engineering, journalism, media and related fields, is welcome to attend.
Meeting details will be shared with registered attendees closer to the date.
FSU Shadow Opportunities Now Open for Student 
Applications until Nov. 5
FSU Shadow has officially launched for student applications until November 5th for the December 15th date session. Attached is a list of 'positions' students can apply to. They link directly to NoleNetwork (students just have to log in). Additionally, I have included images you can utilize. They will also be shared via the Career Center's social media feeds in the coming weeks if your marketing teams want to repost.
InternFSU: TLH Spring 2026 Positions NOW OPEN!
The InternFSU: TLH Spring 2026 positions are now open! We invite you to promote these positions to your students, please share as you see fit!
Undergraduate students can apply for Spring 2026 positions via NoleNetwork through November 10th at 11:59 PM! Please see attached for more details on eligibility and internship opportunities.
ORAU Sumer Internships
Registration open for DOE WDTS Summer Internship Fair
Calling STEM undergraduate students and recent graduates!
Join us virtually on Nov. 6 to learn about summer 2026 internship opportunities at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratories through the Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) and Community College Internships (CCI) programs!
These 10-week paid internship programs provide technical training and research opportunities at DOE national laboratories. Sponsored and managed by the DOE Office of Science’s Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS), SULI and CCI internships are your gateway to a future in STEM!
During the fair, you'll have the chance to:
- Connect directly with national lab representatives in personalized 1-on-1 chats
- Attend a live informational session on the SULI and CCI programs
EVENT DETAILS
What: Department of Energy WDTS Summer Internship Fair
Where: Virtual on the Radancy platform
Date: Nov. 6, 2025
Time: 1 to 5 p.m. ET
If you have any questions about the event, contact us at ORISEVirtualEvents@orau.org.
Boeing Job Opportunities | Download the flyer for details
Student Achievement in Microelectronics Award
Student Achievement in Microelectronics Award is now open. We will award a tuition scholarship to one undergraduate student for $2,000 and one graduate student for $3000.
Due to the lengthy process of reviewing applications and disbursing funds, a hard deadline will be imposed for student submissions. The deadline for submissions is February 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Encourage students to read the requirements carefully and submit the documents correctly so that their submission is not disqualified. If you or the students have any questions, please email me.
Corning 2026 Summer Internship Opportunity – Corning Incorporated
2026 Summer Internship | Optical Fiber Engineering
Corning is a longstanding Fortune 500 company that delivers material driven innovation, including technologies such as smart phone glass and optical communication. At Corning’s Wilmington, NC facility, optical fiber is manufactured to accelerate the delivery of information and keep the world connected.
Responsibilities
- Design and conduct testing and experimentation to collect required data.
- Analyze process data to develop product, process, or equipment improvements.
- Recommend improvements, present findings, and document work.
Extracurriculars
- Plant is located 10 minutes from historic downtown riverfront and Wrightsville Beach.
- Corning sponsored events and networking:
- Stand up paddle boarding
- Travel to other Corning facilities
- Charity events to benefit Wilmington community
Majors of Interest
- Mechanical Eng.
- Electrical Eng.
- Controls/Robotics
- Chemical Eng.
- Ceramic Eng.
- Materials Science
Apply directly on the Corning website here.
Job ID: 70935
Send questions to wlhr@corning.com for more information!
IRB Study: Undergraduate STEM at FSU
My name is Jeffrey Bears, and I am conducting a research study to fulfill the requirements to obtain a Doctor of Education from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education (SOE). I am writing to see if you would be interested in participating.
The title of the study is “LGBTQ Inclusivity in Undergraduate STEM Programming.” The PI is SOE faculty Richard Rosen, EdD.
Are you a member of the LGBTQ community and participating in STEM programming at your university? Do you have a STEM major? Are you participating in STEM-related activities through an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center? Do you plan to enter the STEM workforce?
Then we would love to hear about your experiences as a member of the LGBTQ community in your undergraduate STEM programming.
Participation involves a 30-to-60-minute interview to be conducted in person or via Zoom. The audio of the interview will be recorded. You will not be paid to participate. Participants will also be asked to complete a demographic questionnaire.
Participants must be members of the LGBTQ community between the ages of 18 and 24 and involved in STEM education.
If you are willing to answer some questions about your undergraduate STEM experiences, please reach out to Jeffrey Bears at jbears1@jh.edu. Your participation is voluntary, but your story is invaluable!
NNSA-MSIIP Application Deadline October 26 for Summer 2026
ACE Learning Studio
FSU's Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) is a university learning center, focused on helping students develop the study skills and success habits needed in a large research university. Check back here for the calendar of for topics, dates and times.
Need to Know
Find FSU Resources at response.fsu.edu
We hope you are having a fantastic summer and are finding ways to beat the heat. Whether new to FSU or returning to campus, we want you to know that your FSU community is always here for you. The resources listed below are available to help support your well-being, and we encourage you to reach out as you see fit. Thank you for showing kindness and support of one another.
To access important resources and updates, visit: RESPONSE.FSU.EDU
FSU Counseling & Psychological Services
FSU Employee Assistance Program
FSU University Health Services
Engineering Our Future
We identified five strategic priorities to focus on for the next five years. For each of these priorities, we set goals with identified metrics for our college:
Good to Know
Welcome One of Our New Faculty
Dr. Djordjevic is a professor of electrical and computer engineering (ECE)
and quantum information science in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where he directs Quantum Communications, Sensing, and Networking Lab. He received his PhD degree from the University of Nis, Yugoslavia in 1999. Dr. Djordjevic is both the IEEE Fellow and the Optica (formerly OSA) Fellow. Professor Djordjevic has authored or co-authored 12 books, more than 620 journal and conference publications, and he holds 58 US patents. Prior to joining the Florida State University, Dr. Djordjevic held appointments at University of Arizona in Tucson, University of Bristol and University of the West of England in UK, Tyco Telecommunications in USA, National Technical University of Athens in Greece, and State Telecommunication Company in Yugoslavia. His current research interests include quantum communications, sensing, and networking; low probability of intercept and covert communications, quantum-enhanced cyber security, photonic integrated circuits-based quantum information processing, and quantum error correction.
ORNL Internship and Job Opportunities: October
2025 Newsletter
Here's the October 2025 ORNL Opportunities Newsletter for our Core Universities. It covers what is currently open (for September) for internships, including our informational webinars. It also has a snapshot of postdoctoral and “entry level” (meaning recent BS, MS or PhD) research positions and information about getting weekly updates and putting your CV into our database, which we do use in filling positions.
William Jenks | Core Universities Student Programs Lead, Office of Research Education, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
jenksws@ornl.gov | 515-451-4711
Reminder - LEED Training for Students - New Webinars
LEED Green Associate Certification: Fall Workshops
Finish your year off strongly by becoming a LEED Green Associate professional and show employers your certified knowledge in sustainability before April 2026, when the exam version is set to become more challenging. While LEED itself is a scorecard to rate Green Buildings, people can also become LEED accredited demonstrating their expertise in sustainability.
- LEED: Is the #1 Sustainability Certification and is recognized globally
- Valuable Credential: Adds an industry-recognized certification that boosts employability.
- Open to All: Available for students of all years, with no prior experience required as our workshop has helped over 13,000 pass their exam.
- Time Sensitive: Those who pass before April 2026 will not be required to take the updated and more challenging new exam.
- Affordable: Limited time student discounts are available for you!
- High Pass Rate: Our workshops focus not just on passing the test, but on providing a deep understanding of the material which significantly improves your chances of success, especially considering the exam's historically low pass rate.
LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-paced options:
I will be offering live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:
- November 15, 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST
- December 20, 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST
- January 17, 2026 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST
- February 14, 2026 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST - OR -
- On-demand recordings completed at your own pace
The above options (1-5) are all identical.
Register for a live online seminar or start today with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here.
Both options offer comprehensive training, practice exams, valuable tips, and required textbooks - all led by a USGBC Faculty member. It's the most efficient and affordable way to master the material without breaking the bank!
Cost: $200 with the coupon code ‘green’ for $100 off! (Non-students $300)
Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com
Knack Tutoring Platform for FAMU-FSU Engineering students
FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is super excited about our partnership with Knack — the ultimate peer tutoring platform. Knack’s platform allows FAMU-FSU College of Engineering students to book tutoring sessions with verified FAMU-FSU peer tutors who have previously aced the courses they are tutoring for. You might receive emails from Knack with information about how to become a tutor or receive tutoring. Know that this is an official student resource that the college is providing, and that Knack administers and provides the platform for.
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It is free to receive tutoring! To view available tutors for your classes, join Knack and sign in with your FAMU or FSU student credentials. As more tutors sign up, your options will grow.
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Tutors receive payment for tutoring! An already-earned grade of “B” or better in a course is required for tutor eligibility. Use the link above to create a verified tutoring profile, complete tutor training (paid), and begin helping students.
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Tutoring sessions can take place online or in-person.
If you have any issues with accessing the platform or finding the courses you need, please report them to me using this link.
If you have questions about getting set up on the Knack platform, please contact support@joinknack.com.
Campus Safety Updates & Emergency Preparedness Information
At Florida State University, the safety and security of everyone on campus remains our top priority. The university uses a comprehensive, multi-layered approach to campus safety, integrating a top-notch campus police department, advanced technology, robust emergency management protocols, and dedicated security personnel. These coordinated efforts are designed to protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors alike, ensuring a secure environment that supports learning and collaboration.
As we begin the fall semester, we'd like to take the opportunity to introduce you to some new technology tools and resources, reiterate the various means by which FSU supports the campus community during emergencies, and encourage you to review emergency preparedness materials.
CAMPUS SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS
As is the case every summer, the university has been diligently working on campus enhancements. This fall, you will see new technology tools, such as panic buttons and lockdown buttons, installed in academic spaces throughout campus.
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Panic Buttons: These are blue in color and are silent alert buttons that send a direct alert to the FSU Police Department’s dispatch center. Use these in emergencies involving active assailant threats. When activated, they trigger immediate police dispatch. Remember to also physically lock the room where the panic button is being activated.
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Lockdown Buttons: These are yellow in color and marked “Lockdown.” When activated, doors are automatically locked, and FSU Police are immediately dispatched to the building. No one from outside the room can enter except FSU Police.
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Door Locks: Doors to academic spaces that are not equipped with centrally managed electronic locks have thumb-turn or push-button locking systems.
All of these new enhancements comply with university guidelines, ADA standards and building codes.
Our University Communications team collaborated closely with Public Safety to create an educational video that will teach you when and how to use these tools properly.
We encourage everyone to check classrooms, offices, and other university facilities at the start of each semester to know what technology is available in each location. DO NOT push panic or lockdown buttons to test them.
WATCH: How to USE Door Locks and Lockdown/Panic Buttons in Classrooms
In addition to these security enhancements, you will see an increased security presence at the Student Union. Throughout the semester, FSU Police officers also will hold office hours at the Union. Times and dates will be announced.
FSU ALERT
FSU ALERT is the official emergency notification and warning system of Florida State University. In the event of a situation or condition, occurring or imminent, that poses an immediate threat to the health, safety, or general welfare of students, faculty, staff or visitors to the university, an FSU ALERT will be issued. The FSU ALERT emergency notification system uses multiple methods for disseminating emergency information, including email, text messages, alerts.fsu.edu and social media.
WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY
Having a well-defined plan is essential for ensuring safety and achieving positive outcomes in the event of an emergency. We recommend that you review our Emergency Preparedness Guide and develop a personal emergency plan. In addition, FSU has Emergency Action Guides for many of the potential hazards we face in Florida and at FSU. Each guide provides protective action steps and best practices on how to respond to an emergency situation, including hurricanes, tornadoes and active threats.
ACTIVE THREAT TRAINING
The FSU Police Department will continue to offer Active Threat Training this fall, and participation is strongly encouraged. This training provides information and skills for responding during an active threat situation by understanding and applying the Run, Hide, Fight strategy.
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Upcoming dates for faculty/staff trainings are Aug. 26, Sept. 2, Sept. 9, Sept. 16 and Sept. 30. To register, visit hr.fsu.edu.
- You may also watch this short video to become familiar with the fundamental principles of the Run, Hide, Fight strategy or watch a recorded training session.
We appreciate your commitment to fostering a safe and resilient campus environment. By staying informed, participating in available trainings, and familiarizing yourself with the resources and protocols provided, you will help ensure that Florida State University remains a place where everyone can thrive. As a reminder, mental health and resiliency resources are available for all students, faculty and staff anytime, anywhere. Visit response.fsu.edu to check out support tools and resources.
Thank you for your ongoing support and vigilance. We wish you all a successful and secure semester ahead.
FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Career Services Liaisons
FAMU - Sean Collins - sean.collins@famu.edu, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Sr. Career Specialist, Career Services Liaison at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.
Fall 2025 Student Advising Hours:
Tuesday - 8:30 AM - 12 Noon (Virtual)
Wednesday - 8:30 AM - 12 Noon COE A143 (Appointments only (Virtual or In-Person)) & 1 PM - 4:30 PM COE A143 Virtual & Walk-Ins
- Except for special events at FAMU Main Campus.
Thursday - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM (COE A143)
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FSU - TBD Career Liaison for the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Fall 2025 Drop-in Career Advising at the Career Center (No Appointment Necessary):
Mondays: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm https://fsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/pCNJ0UhpT8StQCdVR2K8GQ
Tuesdays: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm https://fsu.zoom.us/j/94196060872
Career Docs (Virtual Document Review):
- Students can submit their resumes, cover letters, and other career-related documents for online review and feedback via Career Docs - https://canvas.fsu.edu/enroll/3LWPX7
Job Fairs and Events | Jobs, Internships & Experience | Plan Your Career
Things to Do
Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee
Hollywood Movies at the IMAX | Call (850) 645-7796 to Buy Tickets
Student tickets are $11. Check out all the new movies now playing, here.
Resources
Engineering Career Services
Virtual and F2F advising hours here.
FAMU Academics
Links to academic info, student services, student life and more.
FSU Student Academic Resources
Links to academic info, official university announcements and public health information.
College & University Academic Calendars
FAMU-FSU Engineering Academic Calendar & Deadlines
FAMU Official University Academic Calendar
Online Scholarship Search
FAMU Scholarships
FSU Scholarships
In Case of Emergencies
Call 9-1-1. If you have concerns about your safety while on the engineering campus, call FSU Police 850-644-1234.
The Engineering Library Circulation Desk
Hours are: Monday - Friday – 8am to 5pm | (850) 410-6328 | A225 & A248
College Lost and Found
Student Services in B111 is the college lost and found location. If you've found something, drop it off here and if you've lost something, check here first!
Need a Mental Health Break?
Welcome to the Breakroom, B226-H, which is available for one person at a time, from 9:00 am - 4:50 pm on normal business days. Reserve a 50-minute slot using this link.
FAMU Office of Counseling Services located at 1735 Wahnish Way Suite 304 (CASS Building), provides a professional, safe atmosphere where students can discuss academic and personal issues. Schedule an appointment to talk to someone: (850) 599-3145 or counseling@famu.edu. For after-hours assistance, call BetterMynd for FREE at (844) 287-6963. In case of emergency, call FAMU Police Department at (850) 599-3256 or dial 911
FSU Counseling & Psychological Services is fully committed to the health and wellness of our students. We are offering Telemental Health Services (through zoom), in-person services, and Telephonic Crisis Support to students. Call us at 850-644-TALK (8255) to talk to a clinician today. Check online for more information.
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