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In the fall, two programs had the goal of teaching minority high school students how to be successful in college. During Viva Technology, SHPE-UH and SHPERice members worked with groups of high school students to build task-driven devices. The event allowed the students to practice STEM skills and teamwork in order to complete a task. In addition to helping them with the project, the SHPE members also explained the college lifestyle and the hard work required to be successful. SHPE-UH also joined SHPE-Houston for College Night at Davis High School, where we helped students with their college applications and scholarship essays. It was a privilege working with these students; even though we critiqued their essays, we also gave them guidance. They looked up to our members and hope to become successful in college. By reaching out socially and academically to Houston youths, we feel that we are making a difference with minority students. Submitted by KyOnese Taylor Student Chapter Treasurer The best source of innovation is a diversity of ideas. We value those ideas because our talented engineers and scientists use them to create ﬁrst-of-a-kind systems and engineering innovations. Working at Draper takes place in a highly collaborative environment where people from diﬀerent backgrounds and experiences bring diverse ideas to facilitate fresh thinking and innovative solutions to real-world problems. Positions in: Biomedical Systems Engineering Integrated Guidance and Navigation Systems Microelectromechancial Sensors and Systems Microelectronics Fault-Tolerant Systems Rapid Prototyping and Packaging Jose Trevejo, Physician Researcher PI, Tuberculosis Diagnosis Program Systems Integration, Test, and Evaluation Modeling and Simulation #* ENGINEERING INNOVATIONS Apply online at: www.draper.com Applicants should be citizens or permanent residents of the United States. EEO/AA Employer Southern Methodist University During the SHPE Conference, SHPESMU was invited to the AHETEMS Pre-College Symposia Dinner honoring Jaime Escalante. The recipient of the Presidential Medal for Excellence in Education and renowned mathematics professor enlightened attendees with practical advice for overcoming obstacles. He also advocated a message of perseverance and the will to succeed. His heartfelt speech demonstrated the passion that ignited his career in education, and by the end of the night, he motivated each person in the ballroom to follow the dreams that may have previously appeared futile. Although a bit star-struck, our chapter concurred that Jaime Escalante exuded a humility that seemed uncharacteristic for one with his accomplishments. This man exemplifies everything that SHPE aims to accomplish: improving the number of Hispanics in engineering, math and science as well as advocating excellence in education and community empowerment. We were truly honored to meet such an inspiring individual, and this experience served to showcase how hard work can inspire a lasting legacy. Submitted by Kristian Hernandez Student Chapter Secretary Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) invites applications for two electrical or computer engineering tenuretrack positions at the assistant professor level beginning fall 2009. A Ph.D. in electrical engineering or related field is required. The successful candidates will possess excellent teaching skills, the potential to develop undergraduate and graduate courses, the ability to develop a strong research program involving undergraduate and/or graduate students, and the ability to further the mission of the University. The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science offers Bachelors and Masters degrees in electrical engineering and computer science. The department is housed in the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering with science, mathematics and other engineering departments. For additional details regarding the university, college and departments please visit our web site at http://cse.lmu.edu. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including at least three references, and a statement addressing the applicant’s ability to excel in teaching, to be productive in research and to contribute to the mission of the university. Kindly address correspondence to: Electrical Engineering Faculty Search Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Loyola Marymount University 1 LMU Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659 eefacultysearch@lmu.edu The committee will review applications beginning January 30, 2009, and will continue until both positions are filled. Loyola Marymount, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic Higher education, seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (visit www.lmu.edu for more information.) www.SHPE.org ❘ Winter 2009 57 http://www.draper.com http://www.draper.com http://cse.lmu.edu http://cse.lmu.edu http://www.lmu.edu http://www.SHPE.org

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SHPE - Winter 2009 Contents President's Letter Browser Calendar Professional Chapter Leaders - Providing the Right Resources at the Right Time Closing the Expectation Gap - Summit Addresses ‘Diploma to Nowhere’ Conference 2008 A Career Building Diversity in Engineering Education Graduate STEM Degrees Extend Technical Reach Programs & Services Inner Circle Employer Profile Regional Roundup Annual Report Advertisers Index

SHPE - Winter 2009

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