College of Engineering and Computer Science to celebrate 25 years

Researchers study a 3D image of a satellite using a state of the art portable projection system in the Appenzeller Visualization Laboratory.

Wright State University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science will celebrate its 25th anniversary Friday, May 11, with a Research Showcase of its students’ work, laboratory tours and a program to reflect on the college’s first quarter century and preview the newest initiatives.

“We are really poised for some amazing things going into the future,” said S. Narayanan, Ph.D., professor and dean of the college.

Narayan will appear with other university officials along with former deans James Brandeberry, Ph.D., and Bor Jang, Ph.D. to discuss the college’s accomplishments and new activities. Congressman Steve Austria and Ohio Senator Chris Widener are also invited.

Narayanan said the presentation will include details about the Neuroscience and Engineering Collaboration building to be erected between the college’s Russ Engineering Center and the Boonshoft School of Medicine buildings.

Narayanan said the new building, estimated to cost $37 million, would be a “signature” project for Wright State.

The Research Showcase will feature students’ research projects from 3 to 6 p.m. Labs will be open for tours in Russ Engineering and the adjoining Joshi Research Center. Dynamic displays will range from an autonomous lawnmower to bird-size micro air vehicles.

The formal program is scheduled for 4:30-5 p.m. in the Atrium on the second floor of the Joshi Research Center.

Visit www.cecs.wright.edu/25thCelebration for more information.