The Division wishes to thank Al and Steve Petteruti for their generous gift to support Engineers Week.
Engineers Week, a formal coalition of more than 75 engineering, professional, and technical societies and more than 50 corporations and government agencies, was founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers. Engineers Week raises public understanding and appreciation of engineers' contributions to society. Our theme this year emphasizes how engineers can change the world.
We cordially invite all students, faculty, and staff to the following events:
Wednesday, February 21st at 5pm in B&H 190
Kick Off Dinner with CISCO and Speaker on Recycling
CISCO will kick off the evening with a message on how technology makes a social impact. Then Jim Gardner, Manager Business Development for Metech International, a recycler of electronic systems (computers, servers, etc.) and precious metals containing materials will talk about his experiences. While at Metech, Jim has had responsibilities in operations, marketing and sales. Before joining Metech, he worked in the electronic materials area for a large semiconductor manufacturer. Jim is a member of the Brown Class of ‘65 and received both Bachelors and Masters degree in Engineering (Materials Science) from Brown. He also has Masters in Business Administration from the University of Rhode Island. Informanl dinner will follow provided by Kabob and Curry. RSVP to Lauren_Brennan@brown.edu. Dinner is available to the first 100 that RSVP. Reply now to reserve your space!
Thursday, February 22nd at 5pm in B&H Lobby
Engineering as Art Photography Show with EWB
Reception will include a gallery showing of Engineers Without Borders 2007 Peru Trip and the photo competition entries. Winner of the 2007 Photography Competition will be announced. Prizes are cash prizes in total of $200 grand prize and $100 for the special CISCO award. To participate in the Competition, enter your photos representing the words DIVERSITY – GLOBAL – ENVIRONMENT – RED – CISCO. Click here for an entry form and more details.
Friday, February 23rd at 6pm in B&H 190
Elevator Pitch Competition on the RI Wireless Initiative
Using the Governor’s wireless technology initiative in RI as the platform, participants will have 60 seconds to pitch an idea that uses the proposed statewide network. A representative from the Governor’s office will judge the competition for a $200 monetary prize. The event will be followed by a reception. Click here for more details on the Wireless initiative.
Saturday, February 24th at 9:30am in Prince Lab
Recyclable Materials Competition Outreach Event
Groups of Brown and RISE students working together creatively to build a functional product from recycled materials, including a unique material provided by Akzo Nobel. Teams of four will compete for prizes! Email Karen_Haberstroh@brown.edu to sign up. Lunch will be provided. The public is welcome to come observe.
The Big Picture:
PHOTOGRAPHY
How Does It All Work
Tuesday, February 13th at 4:30pm
in Barus and Holley Room 190
What is the engineering behind photography?
Are you hoping to improve your photo skills with better framing and composition techniques?
Do you want to learn how to take a photo on manual control adjusting your own shutter speed and aperture?
Do you want to know what the best type of camera lens is for your favorite type of photography?
Photography, as an art, is about portraying to other people the beauty you see in things.
Good photography is intentional and deliberate.
Learn about how the camera operates to create good photography from Dean Gregory Crawford and Lauren Brennan.
The skills you learn should allow you to enter the 2007 Engineers Week Photo Competition to win!
Open to all students, faculty, and staff.
Email Lauren_Brennan@brown.edu with questions.
