April 19, 2024

SEEE Instructional Excellence Award - Voting (re)Opens today, Closes 12PM April 25 

Each year SEEE recognizes a faculty member or someone that holds continuing lecturer appointment in EEE for their excellence in teaching and dedication to EEE students. If you participated in the previous survey, please re-submit your response. The winner will be announced at the EEE Recognition Night on April 25, and the recipient will receive a plaque at a later date. This award is completely voted on by students, so please take the time to vote!  Voting re-opens today and closes at 12PM next Thursday, April 25.   

Access the voting link - https://forms.gle/1gR9ejtUZySmJH8x9

Chris Dunlap, SEEE President

Fall 2024 Registration - Open Registration begins 4/22/24

Read the Fall 2024 Registration newsletter that covers specific instructions and now has info add concerning Open Registrations and resources to help students needing to refine their schedules.  

EEE 48001 Senior Design and EEE 48100 Reflective Practitioner

EEE 48001 Senior Design: Current EEE juniors may be wondering about Senior Design next year. The mainstream senior design course for EEE is EEE 48001/48002. Students take this course sequence in their final full academic year (fall-spring) and work on the same team with the same sponsor/client through that year. Projects are coordinated, and teams formed, by the instructional team. This year the instructional team is Prof. Nies, Prof. Mulrow, and Ms. Whelton. You can learn more about projects from over the years on the EEE site at Senior Design. 

EEE 48100 Reflective Practitioner: Rising EEE seniors are also welcome and encouraged to enroll in EEE 48100 Reflective Practitioner, a 1 credit course taught by Prof. Lindsey Payne this fall.  See the attached course flyer for more details. Specific course content questions can be directed to Prof. Payne.  If interested in enrolling, speak with your EEE advisor about the course during your registration appointment.  EEE will count EEE 48100 as Technical Elective. 

Summer 2024 Registration - Open Registration in Progress

The full Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes is now posted in your myPurdue portal. Students can view the full list of online courses on the Think Summer website. Students manually schedule themselves in the Schedule Assistant for summer session (not PreRegistration/Batch process). How to register and find dates of instruction - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsbdWFDOX6Y 

The summer PIN will be needed and it is the same as the spring PIN that you received for Spring 2024. Students are welcome to make an appointment with their primary advisor in BoilerConnect if they are unsure what courses to take, but students are not required to do mentoring.  

BIOL 11200 in Summer 2024

BIOL 11200 has recently been added to the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes. It is ASYNC during 06/10-07/30.  It requires departmental permission so submit a request, and EEE students will be prioritized.  There are 15 spaces available.

Summer Internships: EEE 39699 Professional Practice Internship Course

Recently, Purdue has waived fees associated with coop/internships so there’s a new philosophy to enroll students so that Purdue can ensure students have a valuable work experience.  Students enrolled in EEE 39699 will have tasks in a Brightspace course that Ms. Whelton administers. This is a 0-credit course that will allow you to document your work experience on your Purdue transcript, with a time commitment of approximately 2-3 hours total. See EEE 39699 flyer or the following for further explanation on transcribing work experiences: https://www.opp.purdue.edu/our-programs/academic-internships. Email Ms. Whelton (mwhelton@purdue.edu) with questions.

There are several benefits of registering for EEE 39699 while completing a Work Integrated Learning Experience such as Co-op or Internship. Students enrolled in the course will be able to:

  • Identify and articulate their individual growth in specific technical and professional skills as a result of the experience.

  • Create a record of what was gained through the experience, which will be beneficial for future interviews, resume writing, the overall job search, etc.

  • Receive valuable feedback from their employers.

  • Stay connected: During the internship or co-op experience, students are connected to campus via their course instructor.

  • Provide feedback to Purdue about workplace satisfaction, salaries, benefits, etc. 

  • Help Purdue become the #1 university in the U.S. for co-op and internship programs, increasing the value of the Purdue degree.

In addition to registering internship experiences, students may later become eligible to enroll in the co-op program and earn a co-op certificate which will show on the transcript. 

Job Corner with Ms. Whelton, PE

If you don’t have a summer job opportunity there is still plenty of time! Check the CCO out for positions. I will continue to email and update opportunities after the semester ends. 

For those of you with established engineering internships, see the above section about enrolling EEE 39699. The course begins June 10 so if you get an internship before then you can still add the course!   

As we near the end of the semester I want to congratulate all of you, in particular our graduating seniors-you have had quite an unusual collegiate career, but you have persevered.  Congratulations to those of you who have opportunities lined up following graduation or for the summer. I know there are some of you who are still looking for opportunities. You may be tired of applying and not hearing back from companies or sad about the position you didn’t get after a great interview.  Don’t give up-believe in yourself! If a company isn’t interested in you then it is best you didn’t get the position.  

Some things to keep in mind while looking for opportunities that I found on LinkedIn from motivational speaker Brigette Hyacinth: 

1. You can be the best candidate and still not get selected. 

2. If you didn't get the job, it was never meant for you. 

3. You weren't rejected, you were redirected. 

4. Your value does not decrease based upon someone's inability to see your worth. 

5. Believe in yourself and keep trying, the right door will open for you.

“Not getting something you’ve always wanted is a chance to try out something new”. Tim Herrera recently wrote a great article for the NY Times on thinking differently about rejection (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/17/smarter-living/seeing-the-bright-side-of-missed-opportunities.html).  

So don’t give up! There are still plenty of opportunities out there.  Keep applying online, checking and applying to opportunities via the CCO, LinkedIn, and my emails.  I’m here all summer if you need to talk about your resume, opportunities, etc.  We can talk via email, over the phone, through zoom, or you could come to the office.  Come up with backup plans-remember any experience is good experience in regard to internships on your resume.  Have a great summer. 

Engineering Design Expo - Wednesday, April 24 from 1pm-5pm in the Armory

This is a showcase and celebration of the engineering design efforts across the college.  This is a great opportunity for students to see what they can get involved with, both in their majors and within cross-cutting programs like EPICS and VIP. 

EEE will have two of our EEE 48000 Senior Design teams at this event.  Go support them!

Event details at https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Academics/Design-Expo

CARES Hub Grand Opening - Wednesday, April 24 from 3pm-4:30pm in the Armory

Please join us to celebrate the Community, Assistance and Resources for Engineering Students (CARES) Hub grand opening!  We will hear opening remarks from Dean Raman, Associate Dean Alexeenko, Purdue Engineering Student Council (PESC) members, and our inaugural CARES Hub Director, Dr. Kristy Eaton.  Remarks will be followed by afternoon refreshments, music, and well-being activities on the Armory front lawn.  Enhance your well-being with some yoga (mats provided), meditation, and yard games.  Don’t forget to pick up a CARES Hub stress ball, vinyl cling, and t-shirt while supplies last.  See you there! 

Sur-thriving Week

Sur-thriving Week is a well-being initiative during quiet/dead week where engineering orgs hold distressing events to help boost student morale before finals! We have a lot of orgs participating this year and are hoping for a solid turn out. PESC is the main organization planning the event and we are hosting Kona and Kritters on Friday.  

Click here for a full list of events! 

Panel Discussion: Careers Outside of Academia

Join Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant staff as they host a panel discussion with individuals who completed advanced graduate degrees and then secured jobs outside of the traditional academic track. Panelists will share how their career path brought them to their current position, and audience members will have an opportunity to ask questions. The event will take place April 30 on Zoom from 3:30-4:30 PM. Register here.

Earth Month Celebration

The Purdue community is invited to attend various events in celebration of Earth Month, an extended celebration of Earth Day. Events include the Earth Day Fair on April 18 and a day of service for tree planting on April 26. Find more information on the events offered here.

Systems Summit 2024 - April 29

Both Graduate and Undergraduate students from every college are welcome to register for the Purdue Systems Summit, organized by the Purdue systems Collaboratory. Registration is free! See the attached flyer and agenda. 

Spring LEED Training Opportunity 

EEE students should understand that LEED is one professional certification. Earning a PE license in engineering requires considerably more education, knowledge and experience, and all EEE graduates are qualified to eventually earn a PE license, which is significantly more valuable. On occasion, an EEE student will ask about LEED. LEED is more within the domain of the Arch Engr group within Civil. The LEED Green Associate (GA) credential is the only entry level sustainability designation and shows employers and clients that you have certified knowledge in the green building industry. Most people can take a short course and pass the LEED certification test. As a courtesy, the following info is being provided. It is not required or necessarily endorsed.

LEED is simply a sustainability scorecard for green buildings. Buildings can become LEED Certified; people can become LEED accredited! LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-paced options:

  1. April 13 2024 - 1:00PM-5:30PM EDT
  2. May 11 2024 - 1:00PM-5:30PM EDT
  3. June 8 2024 - 1:00PM-5:30PM EDT
  4. On-demand recordings at your own pace

The above options (1-4) are identical.

Resister for a live webinar or start with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here: https://leadinggreen.com/online-leed-green-associate/

This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. The USGBC charges a $100 (reduced for students) fee for the actual exam which can now be taken online from home.

Course cost: $300- students can use the coupon code 'green' for $100 dollars off (Discounted course price $200)

Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com

Student Success Resources

Campus Resources

College of Engineering Resources

Engineering Academic Support - Resource Webpage

Did you know the College of Engineering has a webpage dedicated to listing academic resources for classes, such as Supplemental Instruction, resource rooms, and how to find a free tutor for some key engineering classes? Free tutoring is available for some CE and ME courses. Tutoring sessions are scheduled through BoilerConnect, choose Polytech Engineering Tutoring appointment type to schedule. Visit https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/InfoFor/CurrentStudents/index_html to see what else is available to you to help.

Peer Tutoring for CE Core Classes

Free peer tutoring is available for anyone enrolled in core civil engineering courses, including CE 21101, CE 27000, CE 297000, CE 29800 and CE 34000. To learn more and make an appointment, see the attached flyer. 

EEE Main Office in POTR 364: Hours of Operation

The EEE main office is located in POTR 364. Office hours are currently: M-F 8am-4pm. Unscheduled “drop-ins” are discouraged. Instead, make an appointment with your EEE advisor via BoilerConnect. For other staff or faculty, reach out direct via email to arrange an appointment.

POTR Building: Hours of Operation

POTR building hours of operation are 6am – 11pm, 7 days a week.

If doors are locked during these posted times, contact the Purdue Police non-emergency number at 49-48221.

EEE Computer Lab in POTR 360

The EEE Computer Lab is available for all EEE students and is located in POTR 360; next door to the main EEE office. See attached agreement for student conduct and use protocols.  

**Key Pad Entry Code – 643756 which corresponds to NiesLo for Prof. Loring (Larry) Nies. Prof. Nies instructs EEE 355 in fall semester, is EEE 480 course coordinator, as well as wears many other hats for EEE!

EEE maintains this computer center for academic & social activities. Its use is a privilege reserved for EEE students and those enrolled in EEE courses to work, study, and access dedicated EEE computers. There are 12 desktop computers with internet access and a printer/scanner. The room contains additional tables, chairs, and whiteboards.

Hand sanitizer has been placed by each computer station.

In general, be respectful to others and the property.  Always log off of computers before leaving the room.  Do not lock a computer for later use.  Do not move or alter any of the computer systems.

If you wish to place items on the wall, ask in the EEE Office for appropriate tacky putty.  (No tape or staples.)

Use discretion when determining if to print and how many copies to print.

Please report any room or equipment issues to EEE@purdue.edu.

How to Schedule an Appointment with EEE Advisors

EEE and other Engineering students can access the Environmental and Ecological Engineering appointment calendar via BoilerConnect. EEE currently has In Person and Virtual appointments, depending on the time and day.

There are training resources available to students in BoilerConnect on the login page. Click ‘For Students.’  Advisors and service offices across campus use BoilerConnect for making appointments, so these instructions are generalized. 

Student Self-Help Guides:

EEE Student News Submission

Did you win an award/scholarship, land some funding, go to a conference, or do something else amazing? EEE wants to know about it! Fill out this form.

Registration Troubleshooting

Having trouble registering, adding, or dropping? Need an override for a class? There are many resources on the EEE Registration Tools page, such as instruction links for Scheduling Assistant:

The Registrar page also has links for most common registration issues at  https://www.purdue.edu/registrar/currentStudents/index.html

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