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Padnos College of Engineering

Faculty, students conduct solar energy research

Power from the sun is driving new innovative research, thanks to a partnership between the university and Consumers Energy.

Dec 10, 2019


Coolers, air quality maps and more on display for PCEC project day

A robotic cooler that uses GPS to follow its owner and a computer visualization of air quality in Grand Rapids were just two of more than a dozen different projects that were showcased at the Padnos College of Engineering and Computing's Fall 2019 Project Day.

Dec 5, 2019


18-year-old will earn computing degree at Saturday's commencement

Alec Betancourt will participate in the fall commencement ceremony December 7 at Van Andel Arena, earning a bachelor's degree in computing and information systems.

Dec 5, 2019


Grand Valley student engineers build custom swing for child with special needs

A group of Grand Valley engineering students recently delivered a custom-built electric swing to an area family to help their daughter with special needs.

Nov 25, 2019


Engineering students help build costumes for children at Mary Free Bed hospital

Several Grand Valley State University engineering students were part of a large volunteer effort to provide custom-made Halloween costumes for several dozen children who are current or former patients at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital. 

Oct 28, 2019


Engineering students race for 29th annual Wooden Shoe Regatta

About 70 Grand Valley engineering students raced 1/12 scale sailboats at the School of Engineering's Annual Wooden Shoe Regatta on July 31. 

Aug 1, 2019


Engineering Design Conference features senior projects, boat races

Grand Valley's School of Engineering is hosting Engineering Design Conference Week from July 29-August 2.

Jul 29, 2019


Engineering and computing recognized for diversity initiatives

Grand Valley's Padnos College of Engineering and Computing (PCEC) has been recognized by the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) for its efforts surrounding diversity.

Jul 23, 2019


Grand Valley faculty member wins Blackboard Catalyst Award

Szymon Machajewski, an affiliate professor in the School of Computing and Information Systems, has been named a winner of the Blackboard Catalyst Award in the "Optimizing Student Experience" category.

Jul 16, 2019


Middle school girls will explore flight, engineering concepts at camp

Middle school girls from West Michigan and Battle Creek will delve into engineering and science concepts and gain hands-on experience at the annual STEPS Camp offered at Grand Valley  in June.

Jun 18, 2019