The College of Engineering began its list of activities for “E-Week,” on Feb. 16, by first hosting two ribbon cutting ceremonies for both the Engineering Student Success Center and the Space Exploration Software Simulation Lab, and later hosting the “Celebration of Excellence Awards Ceremony,” where many were honored for their outstanding achievements.
The ribbon cutting ceremonies were held in the S.R. Collins building, in which the engineering department opened two new study labs for engineering students. Later on that evening, students came dressed in their best attire to receive recognition as well as support their fellow colleagues who were being awarded for their demonstration of excellence in their studies.
James Turnage, a junior computer science major said, “I thought it would be interesting to get into programming and eventually work in game programming.”
Although some students exhibited ease when discussing their achievements, others revealed the hard work that comes with being number one in their class.
Interim Department Head Yang Yonggao said, “For students it’s a good chance to be recognized for all the hard work.These students work hard to set an example for other students.