MEMPHIST H E Y C O M E T O

T O E N G I N E E R A N A M A Z I N G F U T U R E

RICHARD SWEIGARDDean, Herff College of Engineering

Memphis is an idea city that is known for innovation in the areas

of music, transportation, logistics and medicine, to name a few.

People come to Memphis to tap into that creativity and challenge

the established way of doing things. Memphis is a city that dared

to build a railroad bridge across the mighty Mississippi River.

Memphis is where Danny Thomas came to build St. Jude Children’s

Research Hospital because he dreamed of finding a cure for

childhood cancer. And Memphis is where FedEx founder Fred

Smith decided to set up shop, when he took on the U. S. Postal

Service by inventing the idea of overnight delivery.

The University that shares this famous city’s name also shares its

entrepreneurial spirit. In the Herff College of Engineering at the

University of Memphis, we are committed to finding unique ways

to solve problems that affect people’s lives. We are establishing

a culture where creativity and entrepreneurship are our way of

life. We can promise that you will get your hands on some of the

coolest research there is. Our engineering programs are small

and personal, but the University at large has world-class research

capabilities. We support our students in every possible way. Simply

put, you will be inspired here at the Herff College of Engineering

to do amazing things with your life and have an amazing impact

upon society. That’s why creative minds come to Memphis. It’s why

I came to Memphis. We hope you will join us in Memphis, too.

The Herff College of Engineering attracts students

with curious minds. Interesting people. Creative

brains. Renaissance thinkers. If that describes you and

you want to use your math and science background

to make a difference in the world, then you belong

at Herff. People like you come to Memphis to attend

Herff’s program because it’s transformative. It will

totally elevate the way you think and the way you live.

A bachelor’s degree in engineering is always tops

in the rankings of highest-paying professions

for students right out of college. Most of Herff’s

graduates find entry-level jobs in their disciplines

with starting salaries averaging around $60,000

annually. You probably don’t know right now what

you’ll wind up doing with your life, but the place to

start something remarkable is right here at Herff.

MEMPHIS

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

YOUR PASSION FOR NEW IDEAS WILL NEVER END, BUT WE KNOW WHERE IT BEGINS.

JUST COME TO

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Blake came to the U of M undecided, but was quickly drawn to Herff because of the smaller

classes and direct interaction with professors. But what really lit him up was the chance to do

undergrad research. He participated in research that concentrated in data mining and machine

learning to identify fraudulent sellers or spammers online. “This hands-on experience in STEM

research challenged me to learn about a relatively new and very important field.” And Blake

got a real feeling for what it means to be an engineer. The research opportunities at Herff give

students the kind of skills that you just can’t get in a classroom setting alone.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

BLAKE HOWELL CAME TO MEMPHIS TO REALLY FEEL WHAT IT MEANS TO BE AN ENGINEER THROUGH HANDS-ON STEM RESEARCH.

“�I�was�able�to�do�everything�from�formulating�my�own�

hypothesis�to�interpreting�the�data�and�writing�a�research�

paper.�It�was�an�invaluable�experience�that�gave�me�insight�

into�the�vast�world�of�STEM�research.”

BLAKE HOWELL, Class of 2014

Electrical and Computer Engineering Major

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

TO LEARN ENGINEERING, YOU’VE GOT TO STEP OUTSIDE OF THE TYPICAL CLASSROOM.

HERFFHERE’S WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT

All the finest engineering programs want all the finest

students. You are in high demand, so you have a right

to be picky. What you’ll discover when you look at Herff

is something compelling: size matters. We don’t believe

in the mega-huge engineering approach. Our intimate

program gives you the kind of collaboration that leads

to amazing work. Smaller class sizes mean you will

collaborate on a daily basis with big-time engineers,

professors, scholars and mentors. You won’t have to

nudge your way up to the front of a crowded classroom

to get the professor’s attention. You will get to know

the faculty on a personal level. Rub elbows with them in

research. They will know your name.

No matter where you come from, our friendly campus

atmosphere makes everyone feel at home. And we are

regularly ranked the safest public university in Tennessee,

thanks to innovative practices and 24/7 security patrol.

SURROUNDED BY THE BRIGHTEST — HONORS STUDENTS

That is why we attract more honors students than

any other university in Tennessee. Engineering majors

dominate the Helen Hardin Honors Program at the U of M.

But that’s not the only way to graduate with honors. Most

departments within Herff also offer an honors program,

separate from the Helen Hardin Honors Program. Both

honors programs allow engineering majors to receive

special recognition at commencement and have a degree

conferred “With Honors” within your discipline.

When you apply for and receive a spot in an honors

program, you will quickly make close ties with friends

who, like you, are very serious about their studies. Plus

you will enjoy the many perks of being an honors student,

like early registration, graduate-level access to libraries,

honors-only study areas and honors-only computer labs.

HIGHEST CALIBER

TO US, GROWING THE PROGRAM ISN’T ABOUT MORE STUDENTS; IT’S ABOUT MORE STUDENTS OF THE

As one of only two public universities in Tennessee

classified as research intensive, the U of M offers

students remarkable research opportunities

in graduate-level labs, while still in undergrad

studies. Herff prides itself on the world-class

research endeavors of our faculty. As early as your

freshman year, you will likely be invited by faculty

members or mentors to work on research or design

projects that match up with your interests. You

might also get the chance to disseminate your

findings through professional publications and

presentations. Get ready to dive in because the

opportunities will be all around you.

RESEARCHAN EARLY START TO

Memphis is internationally known as a biomedical center and an emerging biotech hub. So,

Elizabeth knew that her love for biomedical engineering could take off from the University located

in the city that has so much clout. “Right now I am working on growing mesenchymal stem cells.

My advisor also taught me how to subculture cells.” Elizabeth has parlayed her Herff education into

two highly sought-after internships with medical device giants located in Memphis, Wright Medical

and Medtronic. Elizabeth handles a full engineering workload while learning to be a student leader.

“I am the Honors Student Council President and Vice President of AED, which is a pre-health club.”

At Herff, you can balance your engineering aspirations with other interests. Like Elizabeth, you can

explore whatever your heart is telling you to do.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

ELIZABETH DUNCAN CAME TO MEMPHIS TO SPARK IDEAS THAT CHANGE LIVES.

“�I�have�had�exposure�to�amazing�research�at�Herff,�like�a�fibroblast�

study�that�could�very�well�open�the�door�to�better�wound�healing�

options�for�people�who�suffer�from�Diabetes.�That’s�pretty�

powerful�to�say�I�had�a�hand�in�improving�real�lives.”

ELIZABETH DUNCAN, Class of 2015

Biomedical Engineering Major

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

LOOK NO FURTHER THAN

FOR AUTHENTIC COOL

Our university is proud to be situated in a residential

neighborhood inside one of the most loved cities in

America. We feel lucky to be in a town where innovation

has been alive and well for hundreds of years.

Elvis birthed rock ‘n’ roll here. W. C. Handy birthed the

blues in downtown Memphis, and B. B. King found his

groove on Beale Street, too. It just doesn’t get more

authentic than that. There is a creative, funky vibe in this

city that people travel from all over the world to feel. As a

student at Herff, you’ll get to soak up all things innovative

and interesting about Memphis.

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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING CIVIL ENGINEERING WHICH ROUTE WILL YOU EXPLORE?

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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PATHS

CAREER OUTLOOKCAREER OUTLOOK

focuses on technology and processes that medical professionals use and apply to solve complex health problems. Biomedical engineers have a huge impact on how, when, where and why medical care is delivered. You can find them doing things like designing new implants for patients with hip fractures, developing tools that can detect minor heart attacks before they magnify into ventricular fibrillation, and developing the means to deliver drugs to cure local infections or to maintain blood sugar levels in diabetes.

serves the general public by planning, designing and constructing projects to safeguard our way of life. Civil engineers are big-picture thinkers, involved in things that most people take for granted, like safe bridges that can withstand earthquakes, ways to clean waste water and reduce air pollution, improved roadway designs that flow smoothly with limited congestion, and safe paths for children to take to and from school.

Memphis is a leader in the biomedical industry, employing close to 57,000 professionals across 1,000 establishments. Ten percent of our city’s total employment is dedicated to the biomed field (30% higher than the national average). Job prospects are excellent, and earning potential will remain high as the demand for more biomedical engineers is expected to spike because the population of baby boomers are entering their golden years.

Biomedical engineers typically work in industries, hospitals, and inside research labs of government, academic and industrial institutions. They might also work for government regulatory agencies.

Our graduates can be found all over the world, working at all levels in the government and with consulting firms, the aerospace industry, major computer manufacturers and construction companies. Many go on to own engineering firms or hold top management positions. This degree path provides a broad background in engineering principles, which opens doors to all kinds of careers—our graduates are designing and planning in every field you can imagine throughout the private sector and in government.

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Herff is home to the only biomed undergrad degree program within 200 miles of Memphis.

The Herff Biomedical Engineering program has 44 graduate students.

Herff partners with four Outstanding Research Centers and Institutes in CE.

Herff is home to 127 undergrads seeking civil engineering degrees.

The Herff Civil Engineering program is home to 38 aspiring graduate students.

Students can specialize in one of six engineering areas—structural, environmental, construction, geotechnical, water resources and transportation.

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By the time they graduate, 90% of Herff undergrads have either secured positions in biomedical related industries, have been accepted into grad school or have secured other employment.

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141 students are currently enrolled in the undergrad biomed program.200 141

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTER ENGINEERING WHICH ROUTE WILL YOU EXPLORE?

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MORE ABOUT COMPUTER ENGINEERING

MORE ABOUT ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

provide the technology that created the information age in which we live. From the telephone, television and radio to smartphones, gaming consoles and the Internet, electrical engineering and computer engineering continue to drive the technical advances that radically alter our lives. For the future, electrical and computer engineers will develop more sustainable sources of energy, like solar and wind power, and more efficient devices, like appliances and computers that will help maintain our world and extend our natural resources. They contribute to medical technology that helps keep us healthy or cure us when we are ill. Do you listen to music on your smartphone or tablet? An electrical and computer engineer designed the hardware and software that allow you to enjoy your tunes that way. Our programs provide graduates with a thorough understanding of the theoretical and philosophical principles of computer hardware and software, electronics, electric power and signal processing and communications, so they are prepared to apply their knowledge through design to a variety of applications.

Our computer engineering graduates can be found in high-tech companies across the globe, like Intel, Compaq, Microsoft, Sun and Texas Instruments, and also in industries and agencies that build or use computer-based systems, like FedEx, NASA, and other telecommunications, automotive and aerospace companies.

Graduates launch their careers in all kinds of fields, including aerospace, automotive, chemical, construction, defense, electronics, consumer goods, marine, materials and metals, power and energy, and pharmaceuticals and telecom industries.

Computer engineers design smartphones, computers, gaming consoles and the software that runs on them. They also put their mark on computer-based systems like those found in cars, planes, appliances, electronics, phones, communication networks and all kinds of other products.

Electrical engineers design the electronics that run your smartphone, the networking hardware that powers the Internet, the power systems that light, heat and cool your home, and the algorithms that detect cancer in medical images.

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There are five dynamic research focus areas: Biomedical Imaging and Signal Processing, Nanotechnology, Electric Power, Biomedical Electronics and Advanced Sensors.

The program is affiliated with one state-of-the-art research center—the Center for Advanced Sensors, which is uniquely positioned as a leader in researching and developing future military imaging systems. An online graduate certificate is also offered in Imaging and Signal Processing.

Herff’s Electrical and Computer program supports 60 amazing graduate students.

Received $2.7 million toward research in 2012–2013.

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ranges from basic research to product development to marketing launches of products that make life better every day. From transportation (trains, planes, automobiles) to entertainment (TVs, earbuds, gameplayers), from computers to the products you use routinely in life—these things were made possible by mechanical engineers. Are you curious about how to build safer and more efficient cars? Or how to make smaller machines than we have ever built before? Or about how to replace old, polluting, expensive energy systems with clean, reliable, sustainable energy systems? Then you are curious about mechanical engineering. Mechanical engineering deals with the development of machinery and tools and provides graduates with one of the broadest skill sets in engineering.

focuses on the application of engineering theory (as opposed to the development of theory). Using knowledge of mathematics and natural science, engineering technology is devoted to implementation and extension of existing technology for the benefit of humanity.

Herff prepares our students for careers ranging from transportation to aerospace and defense to manufacturing and processing. Many mechanical engineers work in professional office settings. Many also frequently visit worksites, work in production environments and even travel around the world. Our graduates work for companies, the government and not-for-profits in a wide variety of roles, including research, development, design, testing and marketing. Many become leaders.

ET students gravitate toward careers on the applied side of engineering, like Carrier Corp, Smith & Nephew, Wright Medical, Medtronic, FedEx, International Paper, AutoZone, ThyssenKrupp Elevator, Tennessee Valley Authority, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, Parker Hannifin, Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation, MLGW and Goodyear Tire & Rubber.

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Herff is home to 240 undergrad ME majors.

Herff is home to 180 students pursuing undergraduate degrees in engineering technology.

Average 16 courses offered during the day and 14 courses offered at night each semester to serve the broad needs of the student population. ET offers the only fully available night program in the Herff College.

The program is affiliated with one state-of-the-art research lab—the Automatic Identification Laboratory (AutoID), positioned to promote the usage of all autoID technologies—bar coding, radio frequency identification (RFID), biometrics or smart cards.Herff supports

38 exceptional graduate-level students.

You will find two Outstanding Research Institutes & Centers in our ME program: Computational Research on Materials Institute, and Center for Biofuel Energy and Sustainable Energy Systems.

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The Herff Mechanical Engineering program offers seven areas of unique emphasis: brittle material failure prediction, computational fluid dynamics, biomaterials, cryogenic propellant management, mechanical transmission of power, packaging and sustainable technologies.

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03The Herff ET program is home to 15 aspiring graduate students seeking master’s degrees and/or graduate certificates.

Herff’s ET program is comprised of a comprehensive core and eight fields of study from which the student may select in order to best fulfill their needs and interests: Automation & Control Systems, Electronic Communications Systems, Mechanical Systems Design, Microprocessor Systems, Operations Strategy & Lean Principles, Product Realization, Software Design, System/Network Administration.

There are three dynamic industrial sectors served by the ET program: Manufacturing, Electronics, and Computer Systems.

What is the difference between an ET degree and an engineering degree? Graduates from our engineering programs are called engineers, but when you graduate from our engineering technology program, you are called a technologist. Traditional engineering tracks focus on theory and conceptual design, while ET is primarily focused on application and implementation. Math courses in the ET program are lower level and more practical in nature, like algebra, trigonometry and applied calculus. Traditional engineering requires higher-level mathematics, including additional semesters of calculus and calculus-based theoretical science courses.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEGREE VS. TRADITIONAL ENGINEERING DEGREE

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You can optimize your time in the Herff College of

Engineering by starting your master’s degree while

completing your bachelor’s degree. Ambitious students

can apply for our Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s

degree program in their junior year. This program

enables a student to double-count nine credits of

coursework toward both their BS and MS degrees. Your

undergraduate scholarships are still awarded, and your

MS degree can be almost 1/3 done before graduation.

In engineering, we are all about efficiency.

ACCELERATED BACHELOR’S TO MASTER’S DEGREE

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTSTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

After Chiu made the decision to go for an Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s degree at Herff, it was full

steam ahead. His undergrad years were loaded with unique experiences. “While still an undergrad, I worked

in a team to understand the mechanism of pneumatic parts and incorporated them into the design of a

pneumatic nutcracker. Teamwork was critical to this project.” Chiu feels Herff is preparing him well for the

real world. “Now, I am interning at Smith & Nephew, and out here in the real workplace, it is very unlikely to

work alone on a project. As I know from Herff, teams can be challenging, but you get a better product in

the end.” Chiu will continue to find himself engaged in teams as he seeks his master’s at Herff. Making close

connections with other big thinkers on projects leads to huge innovations, and that is exactly why Chiu is

staying in Memphis for graduate school.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

CHIU YAN CAME TO MEMPHIS TO ACCELERATE HIS EDUCATION AND FOUND THE FAST TRACK TO HIS DREAM JOB, TOO.

“�The�internship�program�at�Herff�will�directly�impact�my�future.�I’m�

exploring�different�fields�within�my�major�and�getting�a�greater�

understanding�of�what�I�really�want�after�graduation.”

CHIU YAN, Class of 2014

Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s degree candidate 2015

Mechanical Engineering Major

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

THE RéSUMé BUILDER THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING: CO-OP & INTERNSHIPS

Many Herff students land permanent jobs before they

even graduate. That’s because Herff helps you build

a strong résumé while you are in college. We have a

national reputation for providing our students with

relevant engineering work experience through a paid

Cooperative Education/Internship Program. U.S. News &

World Report ranks the U of M in the Top 10 universities

with successful internship programs.

DO YOU WANT TO WORK PART-TIME WHILE COMPLETING YOUR DEGREE?

DO YOU WANT TO ALTERNATE BETWEEN FULL-TIME WORK AND FULL-TIME ACADEMICS?

DO YOU NEED HELP TO PAY FOR YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION?

Ace Pump

AutoZone

Barnhart Crane

Canup Engineering

Church Health Center

Competition Cams

Cummins

Indmar

International Paper

Jabil

KTG Paper Products

Medtronic

Memphis Airport Authority

Memphis Light Gas & Water (MLGW)

MidSouth Geothermal

Olympus

Pinnacle Foods

Ring Container Technologies

Smith & Nephew

Solae

Spitfire Controls/Sigmatron

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Surface Dynamics

Thomas & Betts

UTC: Carrier

World Wide Label & Packaging

Wright Medical Technology

HOW HERFF JUMP-STARTS YOUR CAREER IN ENGINEERING:

A SAMPLE OF OUR CO-OP & INTERNSHIP EMPLOYERS

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The�Tennessee�Society�of�Professional�Engineers�(TSPE)�equates�three�semesters�of�co-op�coursework�as�equivalent�to�one�year’s�worth�of�professional�engineering�work�experience.

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Students�with�co-op�credit�or�internship�credit�on�their�academic�transcripts�get�higher�starting�salaries.

�Herff�engineering�co-op/internship�positions�are�paid�positions�with�salaries�well�above�minimum�wage.

We have a position for you.

We have a position for you.

We have industry partners with tuition reimbursement.

DO YOU WANT TO WORK PART-TIME WHILE COMPLETING YOUR DEGREE?

DO YOU WANT TO ALTERNATE BETWEEN FULL-TIME WORK AND FULL-TIME ACADEMICS?

DO YOU NEED HELP TO PAY FOR YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION?

International experience is all about gaining deeper knowledge of the way engineers, scientists and

managers from other cultures solve problems. When you add diversity into the engineering mix,

something astounding happens. An expanded perspective emerges and teaches us all to think differently.

To think more creatively.

This sharing of ideas happens every day right here on the U of M campus, because our faculty and

students come from all over the world. But if you want to immerse yourself further and live within another

culture more fully, you can study abroad. A specific research project might take you to another country, or

you might travel for service learning, student projects or an internship. You will gain practical experience

that will serve you well in the future, especially when dealing with international clients and suppliers.

Spend a semester or an entire academic year at Hochschule Ulm - University of Applied Sciences, located

in Ulm, Germany. Herff encourages students to take advantage of the many opportunities open to you

in college. Never again will you have so much freedom to explore what you love and figure out what you

want to do with your life. One of those amazing chances comes in the form of our Germany Program—

offered exclusively to engineering majors—where your courses will be accredited and count toward your U

of M engineering degree. An optional introductory German language course is offered before departure.

Financial assistance is also offered to make this dream experience a reality.

HERFF CROSSES CONTINENTS & CULTURES

GERMANY, ANYONE? DANKE SCHÖN!

MAJORRECOMMENDED TRAVEL PERIOD

Electrical Engineering Spring

Computer Engineering Spring

Mechanical Engineering Fall

DaimlerChrysler Research Center Ulm, Nokia Design

Center Ulm, European Aeronautic Defense and Space

Company Ulm, BMW AG Munich, and Siemens AG Munich.

HOCHSCHULE ULM OFFERS INTERNSHIPS AT SOME AMAZING CORPORATIONS, INCLUDING:

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Patrice was first introduced to Herff in high school when she attended a Girls Experiencing Engineering (GEE)

camp at the U of M. Her emotional connection with Herff started that week, but even she had no idea how close

she would become to the faculty here. “Anyone can teach, but few genuinely care.” Patrice feels that Herff is

more than a school; it’s a family. Her faculty advisor and former professor played a monumental role in helping

her choose her major and area of concentration. But it is her advisor’s compassion to see students succeed

that Patrice thinks is truly special. “Her optimistic outlook is always uplifting. She motivates me to strive for

exceptionally high standards and meet challenges that never before did I think I could reach.”

PATRICE THOMAS CAME TO MEMPHIS BECAUSE HERFF BELIEVED IN HER LIKE SHE WAS FAMILY.

“�I�honestly�don’t�know�where�I�would�be�if�my�mentor�hadn’t�invested�in�

me�the�way�she�did.�I�learned�so�much�from�her,�not�only�in�the�classroom,�

but�about�life�in�general.”

PATRICE THOMAS, Class of 2014

Civil Engineering Major, Transportation Engineering Specialty

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

HOW DO YOU LIKE TO i?IN·NO·VATE

\�i-nə-�vət\ (verb)

1. make changes in something established

2. apply yourself in unexpected ways

The creative drive that comes naturally to engineering students

extends over into the rest of their college life. We see Herff

students getting involved all over campus and throughout the

city, in meaningful ways.

There are over 200 campus groups to consider, and you can

even form your own unique group or event—like Up ’Til Dawn,

an outreach event that was innovated right here by U of M

students, but now spans the nation. Universities all across

America work together on this Memphis-founded event to raise

funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. There are tons

of other groups waiting to have your creative brain on board,

including intramural sports, service organizations, student

government, arts and culture groups, Greek life, religious

groups and so much more.

The following opportunities are specific to engineering

and will greatly enhance your experience at the U of M

both academically and socially.

GET INVOLVED IN ENGINEERING STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

AIAA American Institute for Aeronautics & Astronautics

ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers

ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers

ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers

BMES Biomedical Engineering Society

EWB Engineers without Borders

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

NSBE National Society of Black Engineers

SAE Society of Automotive Engineers

SFB Society for Biomaterials

SME Society of Manufacturing Engineers

SWE Society of Women Engineers

Tau Beta Pi – Engineering Honor Society

HOW DO YOU LIKE TO i?INNOVATORS IN BOTH THE CLASSROOM AND IN

STUDENT LIFE

HERFF AMBASSADORS

ENGINEERING LIVINGLEARNING COMMUNITY (LLC)

TAKING ENGINEERING PERSONALLY.

YOU’RE COOL. YOUR MAJOR IS COOL. YOU DESERVE A COOL PLACE TO LIVE.

These inspired students become the voice and face of the Herff College of

Engineering out in the community, at industry/alumni events and while interacting

with prospective students. It’s an honor to be selected, and students take their role

in promoting engineering education personally and seriously. They live, eat and

breathe engineering, and it shows.

Every year, students compete for spots in Herff’s Engineering Living Learning

Communities—one section for men, another for women. What’s cool about

these residence halls is that you live in close-knit, caring communities with other

engineering majors, with dedicated computer facilities, public spaces and study

lounges just for you. Comfortable common areas can be used for seminars or other

learning and professional development events that engineering majors won’t want

to miss. And you will be living right in the middle of it. Research shows that grouping

students together like this builds a natural support system that pays off in higher

GPAs and higher graduation levels. That’s powerful stuff. We’re supporting you in

every way possible to be the best you.

Herff is a rigorous choice to make in college. So what happens if

a course or particular area of study gets too intense? Herff has

your back. If you ever hit a hurdle academically, not only will your

mentors and faculty members go above and beyond to help you,

but we have a built-in safety net with a free tutoring center. Even

some of our strongest students can have weak spots, but Herff will

support you all the way—unleashing the engineer that you were

meant to be.

DOES HERFF EVER GET TOO INTENSE?

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTSTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

CHRISTOPHER STOREY, Class of 2016

Civil Engineering Major

As an adult student with a wife, three kids and a company to run, Christopher wasn’t sure how he was

going to manage the heavy load of obtaining an engineering degree. “The instructors at Herff care

deeply about my success and have been very understanding and encouraging of my situation.” Herff

turned out to be the right fit for Christopher in every way. As a freshman, he jumped in on a research

project to design a concrete beam that was of sound strength, while still being cost-effective. His

work was recently published. “It was enjoyable for me to be able to bring my years of experience in

the concrete field into the college’s laboratory.” Christopher believes that the close-knit, collaborative

environment at Herff has pushed him to be a better student, a better engineer. “The thing that makes

Herff great isn’t necessarily the lab equipment or the curriculum, but it’s the people.”

CHRISTOPHER STOREY CAME TO MEMPHIS TO KEEP BUILDING ON HIS SUCCESS.

“�I�own�a�successful�concrete�construction�company.�But�at�the�age�

of�30,�I�wanted�to�fulfill�my�dream�of�being�an�engineer.�I�remember�

peeking�in�on�the�different�labs�at�Herff�and�imagining�myself�doing�

exciting�work.�Those�expectations�have�been�far�exceeded.”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHTSTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

$3,000�per�year�for�4�years

ACT composite score of 30 and a 3.5 GPA

$5,000�per�year�for�4�years

ACT composite score of 32, math ACT of 32 and a 3.5 GPA

HERFF SCHOLARSHIPS AND ADMISSIONSWhen financial barriers prevent a talented individual from expanding or completing his or her education, it is a loss for society.

At the U of M, we measure our success in the differences we make in students’ lives. Many scholarships are available, but to be

considered, first you have to apply to the U of M. To apply for an engineering scholarship, visit engr.memphis.edu/scholarships.

ET�Requirements

(The following courses must be

completed with a 3.5 GPA.)

Calculus 1

Physics 1 with lab

Chemistry 1 with lab

English comp 1 & 2

ES�Requirements

(The following courses must be

completed with a 3.5 GPA.)

Calculus 1 & 2

Physics 1 with lab

Chemistry 1 with lab

English comp 1 & 2

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPSAwarded separately through the U of M and through Herff.

Freshman scholarships are 100% merit based.

Students who transfer to the U of M receive $1,500 per semester

(maximum 6 semesters).

DARIUS HANKINS, Class of 2014

Engineering Technology Major

Unix Services System Administrator, International Paper

There was a moment when Darius thought engineering might be too tough for him. At Herff, the rigor is real

and students work hard. During that pivotal time, Darius was supported by his faculty advisor to push through.

“At midpoint of the semester I was riding the fence between a C and D. He was always there telling me to push

a little more. I ended up finishing the class with an A.” Darius learned to take a chance on himself, and the end

rewards couldn’t be sweeter. “I landed a cool internship in downtown Memphis because of the diverse skills I

gained at Herff. Then I was offered a full-time position at another Memphis Fortune 500 company before I even

graduated.” Darius is proof that a Herff education can help open some incredible doors.

DARIUS HANKINS CAME TO MEMPHIS TO LEARN ENGINEERING AND ALSO LEARNED THAT TAKING BIG CHANCES TURNS INTO BIG REWARDS.

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHTSTUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Everywhere. Many wind up as

leaders in their disciplines or owning

engineering firms. Some use their

engineering degrees as a launching

pad to careers in business, law,

medicine, education and public

service. A Herff diploma is highly

revered, so many of our grads

stay right here at our prestigious

program for graduate school. But a

Herff undergrad degree also opens

doors for students who choose

to further their graduate studies

elsewhere. Some of our recent

grads have gone on to places like

the University of Illinois, Penn State,

Notre Dame, Clemson, Drexel and

the University of Michigan.

WHERE DO GRADS GO AFTER HERFF?

We want to show you around. We offer tours

all year long, Monday through Friday. We

think that once you get Herffed, you will be

able to imagine the amazing future that is

right in front of you. High school seniors are

invited to a fall luncheon that really helps

you see Herff in a unique way, alongside

other students who could wind up being

your friends for life. So, sign up for the

luncheon or come for a tour whenever it is

convenient for you and your family.

GET HERFFEDCOME SEE THIS PLACE FOR YOURSELF.

Just go to engr.memphis.edu/visit to make plans to come see Herff for yourself.

engr.memphis.edu

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