Dear friends and colleagues,
It is an exciting time for the College of Engineering and Computer Science at 吃瓜网. Over the past few years, we have experienced unprecedented growth and reached several milestone markers after rapidly ascending 35 positions in the U.S. News & World Report Undergraduate Rankings (2020鈥�2024) we secured a historic first-time ranking in the Graduate Rankings - reaching No. 99 among public institutions in 2024 and advancing further to No. 92 in 2025. Our research expenditures have soared by 233% over the past six years, and graduate student enrollment has increased by 351%, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation. We have established seven specialized research centers, each driving advancements in AI, energy, mobility, health, and water resilience. These centers, alongside our world-class faculty and students, are shaping the future of technology and engineering through groundbreaking research and industry collaboration over the past six years.
In support of workforce development, we have secured $16 million in federal grants funding initiatives in technology training for veterans and individuals with disabilities, cybersecurity, and AI/data science education. Additionally, our junior faculty have earned 12 prestigious Early Career Awards, and our students continue to excel with record job placement rates, growing research engagement, and a fivefold increase in internships.
Our success is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our faculty, students, staff, and industry partners. Together, we are shaping the future of engineering and computer science, making a lasting impact in our communities and beyond.
Welcome to a new era of excellence and innovation at 吃瓜网!
Sincerely,
Stella Batalama, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science
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