Category: Campus & Community
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Myth 1: Engineering is a meritocracy
In the first of six myths, we show that engineering is not an apolitical meritocratic ideal, and we argue engineers must reflect on their social systems and pay attention to their malfunctions.
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Myth 5: Women and minorities aren’t as good at leadership
In myth five, we unpack how a rich range of experiences can elevate organizations and lead to better performance.
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Myth 4: Women and minorities aren’t as interested in or good at engineering
In myth four, we explain how diverse groups can produce more ethical products and more inclusive design – and uncover missed opportunities.
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Prioritizing diversity to benefit the field of engineering
It’s part of our job.
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Myth 6: It is not engineering’s problem when communities are left behind
In the final myth of the series, we discuss how good ideas and creative people aren’t always met with equal access to education and resources.
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A different world, a different Michigan Engineer
The Michigan Engineer’s Fall 2020 issue is socially distancing and going digital-only.
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Two initiatives to enact lasting change
Looking at what’s ahead for DEI
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A DEI culture shift
In a letter to the community, Dean Gallimore shares a plan to tackle systemic racism.
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How to make the robot revolution serve the people
In the midst of outfitting a new building, Michigan roboticists shape a world where robots empower, instead of imperil, our humanity.
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How a COVID-19 app built at U-Michigan is helping businesses stay open
New real-time employer dashboards provide “live-feed of data” as employees report their symptoms while also safeguarding users’ data privacy.
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Caution and connection in in-person classes during COVID-19
Faculty members and students share their perspectives.
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Student mentor and coach wins 2020 Distinguished Alumni Service Award
Corey Brooker, distinguished Department of Aerospace Engineering alumnus, is honored by the Michigan Engineering Alumni Board.