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Why ABET Accreditation Matters for Engineering Students ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) reviews programs every six years to verify they meet rigorous standards in curriculum, faculty, student outcomes, and continuous improvement. An accredited program assures employers and graduate schools that graduates possess the knowledge, skills, and professional readiness necessary for technical roles that […]
During Veterans Day, the state of Massachusetts highlighted the sacrifices of its former service members by hosting the inaugural Military Appreciation Day at the Massachusetts State House. Among the honored veterans was Ted Prorok, a Wentworth Institute of Technology alumnus and U.S. Army veteran who has served the community both in and out of uniform. […]
Why the Wentworth‑Istanbul Collaboration Matters The recent showcase of the Tofu‑Tilted side table at Boutique Design New York (BDNY) highlights a growing trend in design education: cross‑border, cross‑disciplinary teamwork. When students from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston partnered with peers from Istanbul’s BİLGİ Department of Industrial Design, they produced a piece that blends traditional […]
The Rise of AI in Liberal Arts Education Over the past decade, artificial intelligence has moved beyond technical disciplines and entered the realm of the liberal arts. From computational economics to digital humanities, educators are now leveraging machine‑learning tools to enhance curriculum design, deepen research, and broaden student skill sets. The recent AI and the […]
Industrial design is a field that thrives on collaboration, feedback, and real‑world experience. Yet many students still come across a chasm between the studio and the senior design floor. In October 2025, the School of Architecture and Design at Wentworth Institute of Technology turned that gap into a bridge by unveiling an alumni‑led mentorship program. […]
Recent discussions around artificial intelligence (AI) in architecture have moved from theoretical debate to concrete classroom and studio practice. The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) 2025 Intersections Research Conference, co‑curated by Wentworth Institute of Technology professors Tatjana Crossley and Antonio Furgiuele, served as the central forum for scholars, practitioners, and students to examine […]
In a milestone that will shape the future of engineering education in Boston, Wentworth Institute of Technology has received a record‑setting $25 million donation from alumnus and Trustee Emeritus Douglas D. Schumann ’64. The gift will permanently name the university’s School of Engineering the Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering, creating a lasting link between […]
Overview of the 2025 Co‑Op Fair The October 14th event, hosted on the Boston campus of Wentworth Institute of Technology, brought together more than 140 leading companies across engineering, design, technology, and management disciplines. Students—both upper‑class and graduate—had the chance to network directly with hiring managers, discuss real‑world projects, and secure co‑op opportunities that align […]
Higher education institutions face a complex mix of enrollment pressures, budget constraints, and infrastructure needs. At Adelphi University, these challenges are met with a clear, data‑driven approach led by Vice President of Finance Michael Rhattigan. His leadership offers a practical blueprint for university executives, institutional investors, and policymakers seeking to sustain financial health in a shifting […]
Entering the nursing profession with a doctoral credential opens a pathway to influence practice, policy, and education. Adelphi University’s College of Nursing and Public Health offers a rigorous PhD in Nursing that has produced leaders like Dr. Jennifer McIntosh and Dr. Charleen Jacobs‑McFarlane. Their stories illustrate how a scholarship can translate into a career that […]
