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Clark Scholars Innovate for Impact at GW Engineering During Annual Summit

October 15, 2026

From September 25-27, GW Engineering hosted 112 Clark Scholars and their program leaders at the annual summit for a weekend filled with opportunities to connect, serve, and innovate.

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GW Engineering Highlights AI Challenges at IEEE International Conference

October 14, 2026

At ADA University, ECE Professor and Chair Tarek El-Ghazawi spoke on the current state of AI. GW Engineering served as a co-organizer for this international conference on communication tech.

Dr. Michael Plesniak

Dr. Plesniak Outlines Phonation and Vocal Fold Research in Purdue Lecture

October 14, 2026

MAE Professor and Chair Michael Plesniak delivered a Distinguished Seminar at Purdue University on pulsatile flow dynamics and vocal fold polyps in speech pathology.

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Professor John Helveston Urges Strategic Policy for Chinese EVs in US

October 8, 2026

GW Engineering’s John Helveston spoke with South China Morning Post on US policies around Chinese-made electric vehicle policies and cybersecurity risks in connected vehicles.

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GW Engineering Students Leverage Scholarships to Drive Meaningful Change

October 8, 2026

GW Engineering students continue to be recognized for their academic excellence and professional promise, receiving selective scholarships across both interdisciplinary and specialized domains.

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Unlocking the Creative Potential of Engineering with iSTEM

New GW Engineering Undergraduate Cohort Program Supports Unconventional Learners

October 7, 2026

Launched in Fall 2025, iSTEM@GW connects engineering with design, community engagement, and entrepreneurship to help unconventional learners contribute their big ideas to society.

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GW Engineering Alumna Excels at Kepler U.S., Named President

October 6, 2026

Just three months after joining as the division's vice president, alumna Caitlin Marsh has been promoted to president of Kepler Communications’ U.S. subsidiary.

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Guiding Small Business Owners Through Clean Energy Decisions: GW Engineering Adjunct Professor Publishes Book

October 5, 2026

As a clean energy and sustainability expert, Dr. Elvin Yuzugullu shares her insights in her new book, helping small business owners make sense of available tech and integrate it into their operations.

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Inside the Class of 2030’s First Steps at GW Engineering

October 2, 2026

By the time classes begin, GW Engineering's New Student Experience has already accomplished its mission: helping incoming students feel welcomed, supported, and inspired.

September 2026 Newsletter

September 30, 2026

September 2026 Newsletter

Dr. Jason Zara

Guiding GW Engineering Forward: Celebrating Dr. Zara’s Interim Leadership

September 30, 2026

As Dr. Jason Zara returns to his former role and ends his term as Interim Dean, the GW Engineering community thanks him for stepping up to steer our school and support all its members.

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GW Engineering Attracts Graduate Students from 49 States

September 28, 2026

With an increase from 22 to 49 states, the expansion of this year's incoming graduate class reflects GW Engineering's growing stature as a national destination.