Philosophy

The purpose of the advisory council is to insure a positive linkage between the School of Engineering & Applied Science and business, industry, government and the health professions. This relationship can be fostered through understanding, cooperation, and striving for common objectives.

Objectives

1) Assist the School of Engineering & Applied Science in maintaining and improving the quality of its programs and curricula by insuring that they are relevant in meeting the needs of society.

• Provide information of new trends and forecasts through speakers, seminars, workshops, etc.
• Provide continual reassessment of curricula through review with faculty, students, and alumni.
• Provide information on society's need for new programs.

2) Assist the School of Engineering & Applied Science in attracting and maintaining the highest quality faculty.

• Assist in recruiting faculty (part-time and full-time) through professional and personal contacts.
• Identify opportunities and provide means for the faculty research and consulting program.

3) Assist the School of Engineering & Applied Science in obtaining quality students.

• Provide awareness to community about Miami University and the School of Engineering & Applied Science.
• Provide assistance in making prospective students aware of society's needs for people who gain competencies provided by the programs in Engineering & Applied Science.
• Provide assistance in maintaining the student summer intern and co-op programs.
• Provide or assist in identifying sources for funding student scholarships.

4) Assist the Engineering & Applied Science students in obtaining information about the environment and opportunities in business, industry, and the professions.

• Provide information about career opportunities for Engineering & Applied Science graduates.

5) Assist the School of Engineering & Applied Science in obtaining the necessary support to maintain and enhance its programs.

• Provide or assist in acquisition of needed laboratory equipment.
• Provide or assist in funding applied research.

6) Assist in maintaining and improving the image of the School of Engineering & Applied Science within a university that has a liberal arts heritage.

• Provide a means to communicate the need for diversity in a university setting.

7) Be available whenever necessary to advise the Dean of the School of Engineering & Applied Science in matters which would be beneficial to the School, the Advisory Council, and society.

Meetings

Each semester, the department meets with the affiliated members of the School's Advisory Council during designated sessions for the School's departments. The department affiliated members represent business and industry professionals with expertise in the discipline. Issues discussed include curriculum, new initiatives, student preparedness, placement, and student recruitment and retention. These meetings provide valuable qualitative information on the quality of our students and program.

• MME Advisory Council Members
• Most Recent Meeting Agenda
  
  

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