The Boulder Daily Camera Published a feature article on the Engineering Leadership Program that describes its innovative curriculum, and its recent designation as an "Oasis of Excellence" by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA). The article can be read here.
ACTA's mission is to promote rigor and excellence at colleges and universities across the country in a time of rising costs and declining standards, said Director of Academic Affairs Jonathan Pidluzny.
ENLP's approach is unique, Pidluzny said, and should be replicated at other institutions.
“They’re blending liberal arts with the political sciences and recognizing some of the most important questions we’ll ask in the coming years,” he said. “It’s training people in natural sciences and engineering to think philosophically about issues.”
Ali Eskandarian, executive director of funding for academic renewal with ACTA, said CU’s approach is the right combination of liberal arts and technical sciences to produce highly employable graduates.
“In our discussions with employers, the kinds of things they’re looking for is students who are well-rounded, who can communicate ideas well and understand literature and philosophy beyond just the field they’re in,” he said. “This program has that.”