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
STEM Career & Internship Fair, September 30, 2025, 9:00am-3:00pm, All common areas. (Lazar)
FSU Seminole Futures, October 1, 2025, all majors career fair
Innovators Guest Lecture Series: General Market Assessment + Analysis, October 2, 2025, 2:00pm in A113 (Wandell)
AIAA Guest Speaker, FSU alumnus and NASA's Assistant Launch Director Jeremy Graeber talks about his career journey and experience, October 3, 2025, 5:00pm-6:00pm, AME Auditorium (Jacobs)
RSO E-Board Meeting, October 6, 2025, 5:00-7:00pm; TBD, (Amwake)
ORNL Student Workshops, October 15, 2025, 8:00am-5:00pm, IRCB (Keller) | Grad Workshop at 1030AM and Undergraduate Workshop at 12:30PM both in IRCB Conference Room 1030 | RSVP here by October 10.
Virtual 2025 CBE Graduate Information Session, October 16, 2025, 11:00am-12:30pm | RSVP by October 15 (Leparulo)
FAMU Homecoming, October 18, 2025
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
FSU Discovery Days, October 20-24, 2025, TBD (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
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Opportunities for Undergraduates
ORNL Workshop for Undergraduates: RSVP by October 10
Learn about Oak Ridge National Laboratory's many opportunities for summer internships and other student
programs aimed at undergraduates and recent graduates. The session will give you an idea of different research areas and give you the keys to a successful application, plus give you information on multiple Summer 2026 internship opportunities. Applications for Summer 2026 open in October.
ОСТ. 15, 2025
12:30 PM
IRCB 1030
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!
Discover Your Future in Engineering at AbbVie!
Join us for the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Information Session with AbbVie! Learn about innovative programs and hands-on opportunities and find out how our diverse and inclusive community supports your success. Don’t miss your chance to take the next step toward an exciting career in engineering at AbbVie!
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM EST
Location: College of Engineering Classroom B210, 2525 Pottsdamer St. Tallahassee, FL 32310
What to Expect:
- Casual networking with AbbVie representatives
- Insights into the company’s culture and career paths
- Business casual attire
- Food will be provided
Discover Your Future in Engineering at AbbVie!
RSVP Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2025 | RSVP online here.
Join the 2026 NASA SUITS Challenge
NASA is recruiting undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty members from universities across the nation to participate in the NASA Spacesuit User Interface Technologies for Students(NASA SUITS) challenge. NASA SUITS provides a hands-on opportunity for students to engage in NASA’s Artemis mission and design software to assist astronauts in surface exploration.
A sustained human presence on the lunar surface will require a reimagining of how spacewalks are conducted. This reimagining includes digital information in the form of displays and voice assistants. NASA will also need to utilize artificial intelligence and edge computing to reach our full exploration potential. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design user interfaces that can be used when NASA sends astronauts back to the Moon! Create a team and participate in this authentic, unparalleled learning experience. Letter of intent due October 2, 2025. The deadline to apply for NASA SUITS is October 30, 2025.
Join the NASA SUITS team for an online information session to learn more about the challenge.
Info Session 2: September 23, 2025 – 5 p.m. EDT Join Session
Info Session 3: October 2, 2025 – 5 p.m. EDT Join Session
Info Session 4: October 14, 2025 – 5 p.m. EDT Join Session
This year’s complete challenge description is available on the NASA SUITS website.
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!
APPLY NOW: Boeing | TMCF HBCU Scholar Program
The application for the Boeing | TMCF HBCU Scholar Program is now open! As a valued partner HBCU, we are pleased to extend this opportunity to your students. This unique opportunity provides students with full college-to-career support—opening the door to a full-time career with the world’s largest aerospace company, and lead manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems.
Program Benefits:
- Student receives need-based funding of up to $30,000 total over the term of the Boeing | TMCF HBCU Investment program:
- up to $10,000 at the end of the internship program in year 1
- up to $10,000 at the end of the internship program in year 2
- up to $10,000 if a job offer is extended and accepted upon graduation
- Participate in (2) consecutive 10–12-week internships with housing assistance provided across the country
- Participate in various career development activities to help prepare for post-graduation careers.
- Ongoing coaching and mentorship
- Serve as Ambassadors on their HBCU campuses to build awareness of the Boeing | TMCF Scholar Program.
Target Majors:
- Engineering
- IT and data analytics
- Finance/accounting
- Supply chain management
- Human resources
- Environmental health and safety
- Facilities management
Eligibility Requirements:
- Enrolled full-time at one of the Boeing HBCU priority schools
- Graduating either Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (Preferred: 3.3)
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Must be able to participate in, and successfully complete all program-related activities including the 5-day kick-off experience
- Must not have any disciplinary infractions on academic record
As a partner HBCU, we would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this exciting opportunity with your students. For more details and to apply, please visit our website. The application deadline is October 3, 2025.
Magnetic Momentum Scholars Program
The Magnetic Momentum Scholars Program is a paid partnership between the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory and Florida A&M University. The program is designed to expose a select group of undergraduate FAMU STEM scholars to career paths in STEM within a national laboratory. If you are interested in applying, find the link here.
The deadline to apply is October 3, 2025. Download the flyer here.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Kawana Johnson
NNSA-MSIIP Apply Now 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 to Four of Our Newest Faculty
Dongheon Lee joined the Department of Chemical & Biomedical Engineering in August
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Tuy Nguyen received the Ph.D. degree in Information and Communication Engineering
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William Meier is a physicist and materials scientist with expertise in the synthesis and
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Xinyao (Cynthia) Zhang’s research interests focus on developing artificial intelligence and
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Core University ORNL Opportunities Newsletter Sept 2025
Here's the September 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
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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