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Portrait of James Alspaw

James Alspaw

Mizzou Engineering is known for its comprehensive and diverse engineering programs, providing a solid foundation in both theory and practical skills. The university emphasizes hands-on learning, with facilities that support real-world engineering challenges. Additionally, the faculty are not only knowledgeable but also committed to student success, creating a supportive learning environment.
Students wearing VR goggles superimposed over Lafferre Hall. Photo illustration by Blake Dinsdale

MUVR: shaping tomorrow’s innovators

MU students are harnessing the virtual to train for reality. Austin Barr is working with his fellow IT and computer science majors to raise awareness of the University of Missouri’s Virtual Reality Organization (MUVR) across campus and open the club and the Collaborative Research Environments for Extended Reality (CREXR) Lab to students from all disciplines.
Sergio Pico-Vazquez poses in front of Jesse Hall in graduation gown.

Mizzou Diversity graduate spotlight: Sergio Pico-Vazquez

Sergio Pico-Vazquez, graduating senior studying information technology within the College of Engineering, reflects on his experience with Men of Color, Honor and Ambition (MOCHA), and how the program has instilled confidence in him.  
Students showcasing prototypes of their Capstone project.

Engineering an edge

Football and engineering might not seem like a likely couple, but students in Mizzou’s College of Engineering are using their technical know-how to design safer and more comfortable football equipment for the ninth-ranked Tigers.
From top left to bottom right: Jacob Dodge, Sally Chen, Blake Miller, Mary Todd, Jack Shultz, Abigail Penfield, Trent Foster, Frances Swayne and Michelle Atkinson

Mizzou Engineers reflect on college experience ahead of commencement

At Mizzou Engineering, we believe that exploration expands everyone's perspectives. Fearlessly asking questions and finding opportunities for hands-on learning is what we do every day. Now, another class of graduates is ready to use that experience as they begin their careers.
Trent Foster

Building connections, Trent Foster earns electrical and computer engineering degree

Trent Foster has always had a passion for tinkering with technology. After graduation, the electrical and computer engineering major will move to Kansas City to start work as a software developer for Garmin.
Mizzou Racing and Mizzou Electric Racing cars

Mizzou Racing and Mizzou Electric Racing drive at fall competitions

Faster than fast and classic Mizzou—Mizzou Racing secured third place with their combustion car in Kansas at the first Formula Wheat event, hosted by the Kansas State Formula SAE team Powercat Motorsports, earlier this fall.
Anjola Ojo and Rob McKnight with AIChE Award

Mizzou AIChE earns outstanding student chapter award at national conference

Mizzou AIChE, a local chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, was recently selected as an Outstanding Student Chapter for the 2022-2023 academic year. The award was conferred at the national Annual Student Conference earlier this month.
TigerHacks planning committee members

Photo Album: TigerHacks 2023

Each November, engineering students host TigerHacks, Mizzou’s largest hackathon. This year's theme was Media. More than 255 students attended, creating 59 projects over the course of the weekend.

EQ engineering participants

Three engineering students finalists in Mizzou entrepreneurship competition

This fall, three of the top 10 finalists of the Mizzou EntrepreneurQuest (EQ) Competition are engineering students. Their different areas of study and vastly different ideas showcase the infinite possibilities an engineering degree can open for students looking to change the world.