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Why is the mission of the Institute
important? |
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At current rates of college enrollment,
industry faces a critical shortfall of highly trained engineering
graduates. Without a significant increase, the United States
can quickly lose the lead in high-growth engineering-driven
industries. The Institute will give students the background
to succeed. |
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| Q: |
How will the Institute
accomplish its mission? |
| A: |
The Institute for Engineering
Education at SMU will work with universities and other organizations
to develop and implement programs nationwide to enhance engineering
interest and preparedness at levels K-16. |
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| Q: |
What sets the Institute
apart? |
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Based on highly successful
existing projects, Institute programs are designed to promote
the creative and fun aspects of engineering. The Institute can
also work across organizational and geographic boundaries to
collaborate with others in creating programs that work. |
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| Q: |
How is the Institute
organized and managed? |
| A: |
The Institute
is managed by experts from engineering and education who know
the grassroots issues and who can operate independently to develop
and implement successful programs. |
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| Q: |
How will
the Institute continue to grow? |
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Additional
funding will follow from government, corporate, foundation and
individual donors. For information on how you can help, contact
the Institute today at 214-768-4262 or mailto@theinstitute.smu.edu.
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