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Opportunities & Activities

National honor societies, professional organizations, service clubs, sororities and fraternities — the School of Engineering provides students with opportunities to learn and achieve outside of the classroom. We recognize our students' talents and provide opportunities and activities for real experience and advanced learning — and fun. We work closely with alumni and private business leaders to supply ongoing opportunities and continue the cycle of education and service in the engineering community.


5-Year Programs

Get a major jump on your graduate engineering education — get your bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years! We offer accelerated programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering, and engineering management.

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American Society of Civil Engineers

The American Society of Civil Engineers gives you the opportunity to build professional relationships while participating in academic, social and service activities.

Visit the UD Student Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers

Association for Computing Machinery

Share a passion for computers with students of various backgrounds and majors. The ACM is open to any student with an interest in computing.

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Chi Epsilon

This society for civil engineers honors individuals who make significant contributions to the civil engineering profession. University of Dayton Chi Epsilon members participate in service-related activities including Habitat for Humanity and refurbishing a steel sculpture on campus.

Chi Epsilon

This society for civil engineers honors individuals who make significant contributions to the civil engineering profession. University of Dayton Chi Epsilon members participate in service-related activities including Habitat for Humanity and refurbishing a steel sculpture on campus.

Cooperative Education

Gain hands-on experience and apply the concepts you learn in class by alternating semesters of full-time study at UD with semesters of full-time, paid work experience in industry, business or government.
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Epsilon Delta Tau

Epsilon Delta Tau is a social fraternity that develops professional and social connections among engineers, participates in service activities and promotes fraternal brotherhood.

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ETHOS

In the ETHOS service program, students help integrate technology with global cultures and communities. The emphasis is placed on ideas and implementation of appropriate technology, sustainable development and service-learning through technical immersion, integrated classroom work, collaborative research and on-campus activities.

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Institute of Transportation Engineers

ITE members are traffic engineers, transportation planners and other professionals who are responsible for meeting society's needs for safe and efficient surface transportation through planning, design, implementation, operation and maintenance of transportation systems. UD ITE is a registered student organization introducing students to the many facets of transportation engineering by inviting speakers or by visiting agencies and project locations. ITE members have opportunities to improve their technical and communications skills through professional and social settings.

Visit the UD Chapter of the Institute of Transportation Engineers

Learn, Lead and Serve Fund Grants

If you're looking to make a positive impact on the community while exploring engineering concepts, the School of Engineering Learn, Lead and Serve (LLS) Fund can help. The LLS grants are given to encourage students to perform domestic and international research in engineering topics while serving community organizations. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $2,000, and higher amounts are available for team projects. Applications are accepted each semester. For additional information contact Philip Aaron by phone, 937-229-4388, or e-mail aaronpht@notes.udayton.edu.

MBA-ready Program

Earn a UD MBA with just one calendar year of additional study after completion of the MBA-ready program requirements.

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Minority Engineering Program

Reach your full potential through this integrated program that creates an optimum learning environment and supports minority engineering students financially, fundamentally, practically and intellectually.

Minority Engineering Program

Reach your full potential through this integrated program that creates an optimum learning environment and supports minority engineering students financially, fundamentally, practically and intellectually.

National Society of Black Engineers

The National Society of Black Engineers' mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.

Phi Sigma Rho

As a national social sorority for women in engineering, Phi Sigma Rho creates a bond of sisterhood while promoting academic excellence and involvement in service projects.

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Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

Work side-by-side with professionals, and conduct basic and applied research on campus with government or in industry. UD offers undergraduates many opportunities to research — and to explore.

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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

Become a member of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers — an organization that achieves excellence through integrity, empowerment, achievement, diversity and continuous improvement.

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Society of Women Engineers

The Society of Women Engineers is dedicated to making the need for women engineers known and encourages these women to achieve full potential in their careers.

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Study Abroad

Expand your horizons — study abroad for a summer, a semester or during a year-long programs. You can participate in international service experiences or attend international academic and professional experiences designed just for engineers.

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Tau Beta Pi

As the national honor society for engineers in all disciplines, Tau Beta Pi encourages integrity and excellence in engineering. Activities include tutoring, community projects and social gatherings.

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