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Department of Mechanical Engineering

Professionalism Institute

Overview

Initiated in Fall of 2009, the Professionalism Institute in the Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks to prepare students to practice engineering as professionals who strive for excellence with integrity and treat others with respect.

Graduation Requirements

The requirements of this program presently depend upon the year in which students entered the department.

  • For the incoming Freshman class of 2010 or later, students must attend a total of 8 events prior to graduation.
  • For the incoming Freshman class of 2009, students must attend a total of 6 events prior to graduation.
  • Incoming students from earlier than Fall 2009 are exempt.
  • Transfer students must attend a total number of events discounted by the average number they would have attended if they started their degree at CU. For example, a student transfering at the Sophomore level in 2011 would be required to attend 6 events.
Events sponsored through Career Services may count for up to a maximum of 2 out of the total 8 events.

Upcoming Events

Check here for currently scheduled approved events. This list will be continually updated throughout the semester as new events are scheduled.

Getting Credit for Attendance

At internal events sponsored directly within Mechanical Engineering, a sign-in sheet will be provided. Make sure you add your name to the list to receive credit.

For outside events, such as a Career Fair, students should submit the following information to Molly Conroy within one week of the event:

  • Student Name
  • Student ID number
  • Name of event
  • Date of event
  • Signature of an event organizer
A sample form is provided here (hand-written forms also allowed).

Sponsorship

This program is made possible through generous support from the Shell Corporation