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Group of first-year students on steps of Northrop
Students

UMN College of Science and Engineering welcomes largest undergraduate class in history

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Recently released enrollment numbers show that the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering (CSE) welcomed the largest incoming first-year class in history in fall 2023, as it heads for undergraduate growth of 20 percent by 2028 to meet increasing workforce needs.

Architectural drawing of new chemistry lab
Awards-Grants, Infrastructure/Transportation, Students

Construction begins on new $144.7 million Chemistry Teaching Laboratories

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The University of Minnesota began construction on a new $144.7 million state-funded Chemistry Undergraduate Teaching Laboratories.

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Students

CSE students learn about the business world through venture capital

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University of Minnesota students Aditya Prabhu, Sophia Youngdahl, and Nicholas Horst share how their CSE perspectives benefit the Atland Ventures student group, and vice versa.

Rocket Team students at the Spaceport America Cup
Students

University of Minnesota Rocket Team wins 30,000-ft category at 2023 Spaceport America Cup

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College of Science and Engineering students on the University of Minnesota Rocket Team launched their fully student-designed and built rocket nearly 30,000 feet to take first place in one of the 2023 Spaceport America Cup’s most challenging categories.

Omonigho Egi smiling
Students

Community activism and passion for diversity in STEM

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Omonigho Egi, the 2022-23 University of Minnesota Scholarship in honor of George Floyd, supports initiatives that introduce youth to STEM, plus increase diversity and inclusion for all.

CSE senior Matthew Brown
Students

Marching band and medical devices are instrumental in senior Matthew Brown's CSE journey

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In this Q&A, University of Minnesota mechanical engineering senior Matthew Brown discusses his aspirations in medical device engineering, his time in marching band, and how his College of Science and Engineering experiences have given him confidence for his future career.

CSE senior Nathan Bellefeuille
Students

University of Minnesota provides launchpad for CSE senior Nathan Bellefeuille

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Aerospace engineering student Nathan Bellefeuille shares how he cultivated his interest in aircraft design, his college-defining experiences on the University of Minnesota Rocket Team, and his plans post-graduation.

CSE senior Reina Balley
Students

CSE senior Reina Balley gets into the field—and down in the dirt

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Environmental geosciences senior and former Geoclub president Reina Balley discusses how she found her passion and made valuable connections in the University of Minnesota College of Science and Engineering.

CSE senior Akshay Naik
Research, Students

CSE senior Akshay Naik’s undergrad journey include research and mental health advocacy

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Computer engineering senior Akshay Naik discusses the highlights of his University of Minnesota journey, his passion for mental health, and why he strives to be an expert in his field.

Michelle Quan
Students

CSE brings unforgettable experiences in leadership and DEI for senior Michelle Quan

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Chemical engineering and materials science double major Michelle Quan discusses how her interest in sustainability drove her to CSE and her legacy of contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusivity efforts in the college.