Unveiling Engineering Future: NIU's Innovation Showcase to Illuminate Path to 2035
DeKALB – Northern Illinois University’s College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) is set to transform the Engineering Building on November 14 with its much-anticipated Innovation Showcase. It’s not just another event; it’s a glimpse into the dynamic landscape of engineering as we approach 2035.
Morning Session: Networking and Panel Discussion
Beginning promptly at 9:30 a.m., the day opens with vibrant networking opportunities through registration and poster sessions. Visitors can engage with trailblazing ideas and establish connections with both aspiring and established engineers, all amidst an atmosphere charged with innovation and excitement.
Participants will be treated to two distinguished panels. The morning session, focusing on materials and advanced manufacturing, is set to feature insightful dialogues from renowned CEET professors such as Venu Korampally, Mahdi Vaezi, and Vinay Budhraja. Adding a global perspective, Dukane Corporation will also share their advances in plastic welding technologies. According to Northern Star Online, such interactions promise to expand horizons for many attendees.
Celebrating History and Achievement
The day’s excitement continues with the prestigious induction ceremony of the NIU chapter of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), demonstrating the academy’s growth and commitment to innovation. As the afternoon unfolds from 12:45 p.m., history is further engraved with the induction of four iconic figures into the CEET Hall of Fame, honoring foundational personalities like founding Dean Romualdas Kasuba and other pioneers shaping the department’s legacy.
Afternoon Discussion: AI and Analytics
As the afternoon advances, the spotlight shifts to the cutting-edge realms of AI, controls, and analytics at 1:15 p.m. Esteemed faculty, including Lichuan Liu, Christine Nguyen, and Sachit Butail, alongside industry leader Art Holzknecht from Hiwin, will probe into how emerging technologies are set to redefine engineering practices and applications in the next decade.
Closing Remarks and Reflections
Concluding the showcase with a keen eye on the future, Dean David Grewell will provide a reflective synthesis of the innovative insights shared during the showcase from 2:15 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. This final segment promises to leave attendees inspired by the visions and strategies guiding CEET towards its future horizons.
Join NIU’s CEET at the Engineering Building, 590 Garden Road, and witness the innovative spirit that fuels the journey toward a brighter engineering future. Mark November 14 in your calendar for an unforgettable immersion into tomorrow’s solutions today!
