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Tuesday, Oct. 13. 2–4 p.m., Engineering Center main lobby
Through interactive demos and hands-on exhibits, discover how CU Engineering is improving quality of life and creating impact far beyond the lab. Part of .Ìý

Wednesday, Oct. 14. 1-4 p.m., Administrative & Research Center (East Campus)
Strategic Media Relations is offering its next faculty-focused, in-depth media training designed for faculty interested in serving as media sources and sharing their research with broader audiences. Participants will work through a customized messaging exercise, take part in a simulated on-camera TV interview with industry professionals, receive real-time feedback and leave with a recording of their interview.

Please contact Stacy Wagner if you are interested and you haven't participated in ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ media training before.

Dean Keith Molenaar is hosting a series of listening sessions for groups of faculty and staff across the college.Ìý

• Teaching Faculty: Wednesday, Oct. 14. 3:45–4:35 p.m., ECCS 201 or Zoom |
• Assistant Tenure-Track Faculty: Tuesday, Oct. 20. 3:30–4:20 p.m., ECCR 245 or Zoom |
• Tenured & Research Faculty:ÌýWednesday, Oct. 21, 3:45–4:35 p.m., ECCS 201 or Zoom |

Thank you to everyone who attended the staff listening session on Wednesday! If you had additional thoughts to share with the dean, you may:Ìý

• Email ceasdean@colorado.edu
• Use the college’s anonymous feedback form
• Send a message through the Engineering Staff Council feedback form

Thursday, October 15. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Hybrid - CASE Building or on Zoom
The Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) and the Office of Information Technology (OIT) are bringing together instructors, teaching assistants, and staff from across campus for a conference on teaching and supporting large enrollment courses, with practical strategies for student engagement, equitable course design, and purposeful uses of technology.

Attend the full day or just select sessions.

Nomination deadline: Oct. 19
nominations are now being accepted for students graduating with their bachelor’s degree in December 2026! The is open through 5 p.m. Oct. 19 for our seven award categories.

The complete set of must be fully addressed by nominators, so please gather that information in advance. A is available for reference. Student winners will be notified by mid-November and will be honored at the .

Thursday, Oct. 22. 2–2:50 p.m., ATLAS 100 or on Zoom |Ìý
You're invited to a forum withÌýProvost Ann StevensÌýexclusively for the CU Engineering community.ÌýThis is an opportunity to hear updates on leadership priorities, vision and initiatives from ÂÌñ»»ÆÞ’s chief academic officer.

Friday, November 13. 2:30-4:30 p.m., Kittredge Central Multipurpose Room |Ìý
Join the ME community as we celebrate the inaugural presentation of the MESAB Distinguished Achievement Award. The afternoon will include the formal presentation of the award, followed by a distinguished seminar from internationally recognized engineer and educator Dr. Adrian Bejan.

Bejan, a distinguished professor at Duke University’s Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, is a world-renowned engineer and physicist whose research spans thermodynamics, heat transfer, convection, design and evolution in nature. He is the recipient of the Benjamin Franklin Medal (2018) and the Humboldt Research Award (2019) and ranks among the top 0.01% of the world's most cited scientists. He has authored 30 books, 700 peer-reviewed publications, and received 18 honorary doctorates from universities in 11 countries.

Nomination deadline: Sunday, Nov. 15Ìý

• Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award (DEAA):Nominate an outstanding CU Engineering graduate or friend who has distinguished themselves through exceptional personal qualities, knowledge and significant contributions to their field.
• Recent Alumni Award (RAA): Recognize an exceptional CU Engineering alumnus/a within 10 years of graduation for professional achievements, continued service to the college or university and admirable personal characteristics.
• Alumni Engagement Medal (AEM): Honor a highly engaged CU Engineering alumnus/a or friend who has made a meaningful impact on the college through volunteer service, philanthropic contributions and/or their field or industry. One recipient may be selected to represent each department or program. Please route your nomination through your department or program’s leadership first.

Every Wednesday morning at9:30 a.m., ECNT 312
Weekly coffee breaks are continuing throughout the semester. Stop by for coffee, cookies and a chance to take a quick break and connect with colleagues!