In the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program, Villanova Civil and Environmental Engineering professors Eric Musselman, PhD, and Dave Dinehart, PhD, discuss their partnership with Bingaman & Son Lumber to develop a faster way to test thermally modified wood.🔗tinyurl.com/ypjz65ak

Thank you to Villanova College of Engineering alumni and Advisory Board members Kelly Heuer ’89 EE, Melissa Morea Evola ’94 CE and Vincent Evola ’94 CE for recently hosting an alumni event at Skanska AB inside the Empire State Building!

“The hands-on, interactive nature of this experience has been incredibly valuable.” In this Industry Spotlight from Villanova Engineer magazine, read how a five-year grant has prepared Civil Engineering students to lead in structural design.🔗tinyurl.com/mtydc7ve

Congratulations to Laila Neely ’29 CE on being awarded the Mid-Atlantic Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers Student Scholarship Award, which provides financial support to students who have demonstrated an interest in a future career in the transportation sector.

It’s our final Welcome Wednesday! As we wrap up our introductions to the newest members of the Villanova Engineering faculty, we’re excited to welcome Carolina Colombo Tedesco, PhD, assistant teaching professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering. 🔗tinyurl.com/nha389zy

Emberle Pearson ’13 ME, chief of staff at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, carries Villanova’s commitment to service into her leadership, creating opportunities for young engineers, expanding access to STEM and advocating for others. 🔗tinyurl.com/5e3ax976

Our introduction to the 2026–27 new faculty continues with Griffin Modjeski, PhD, assistant teaching professor of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Modjeski recently earned his PhD from the University of Notre Dame. Find out more about Dr. Modjeski: tinyurl.com/nha389zy

Introducing the Center for Dynamics, Intelligence and Learning Systems, a new research center in Villanova Engineering that combines expertise in AI, machine learning, robotics, transportation, biomedical engineering, and educational technology. tinyurl.com/yufv5n9h

Villanova Engineering faculty, staff, students and families, along with members of the University community, participated Saturday in the annual St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service. The day honors our Augustinian values by putting them into action through service projects.

Meet Yun Li, PhD, visiting assistant teaching professor of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Li received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Villanova this past summer and is continuing his journey with the College as an educator. Learn more about Dr. Li: tinyurl.com/z44xe7mn

State-of-the-art labs in Drosdick Hall are giving our faculty and students the space and tools to explore new ideas. Learn how the College’s Brain Lab, Smart Transportation Lab and Microwave/Computational Engineering Lab are driving innovation. tinyurl.com/y5kuawac

Congratulations to Electrical Engineering PhD students Mozhi Chen and Mingyu Zhai on receiving 2026 Best Paper Awards at separate international conferences. Both, advised by Liang Du, PhD, were recognized for their research in power and energy systems. tinyurl.com/4s7ya2e5

It’s Welcome Wednesday! Meet Andrew Lee, PhD, assistant professor of Mechanical Engineering. Formerly a visiting professor, Dr. Lee will help expand the College’s capabilities in next-generation manufacturing technologies. Learn more about Dr. Lee: tinyurl.com/z44xe7mn

Last week, Drosdick Hall was buzzing with students attending the 2026 Engineering Opportunities Fair! Undergrads interacted with student groups and programs across the College, exploring opportunities to participate, foster community, and enhance their journey outside of class.

Labor Day weekend is here, and while we’re soaking up the last bit of summer, we’re also excited for a semester filled with innovation, discovery and research. Enjoy the long weekend!

We are proud to congratulate five Villanova College of Engineering faculty members on their recent promotions and celebrate their continued contributions to the College and the Villanova community! Details here: tinyurl.com/5ywxp29t

Sylvie Lorente, PhD, associate dean for Research and Innovation and the William M. Brown ’84, ’87 Endowed Chair of Mechanical Engineering, has received a $1.2 million grant from WWJR Enterprises Inc. to advance compressed air energy storage. Details here: tinyurl.com/5bfhy6zw

Mark your calendars! The annual Engineering Opportunities Fair is happening Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 2–4:30 p.m. in Drosdick Hall. Looking for ways to get involved beyond the classroom? Stop by to learn more about engineering clubs, research opportunities, activities and more.

Last week, we welcomed families to the College of Engineering for our Parents Resource Fair and New Student Meeting with the Dean. Engineering PEERS and a panel of students connected with families and answered questions from parents and new members of the Villanova community.