Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering

This section of the college news site gathers stories that feature the faculty, students, staff and programs of the UA Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. For detailed information about all other aspects of AME, please visit the department website.

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Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering News

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Money Names UA Engineering a Top-Value Grad Program

Jan. 18, 2024 | Katy Smith

A 100% job placement rate and nearly three-digit starting salaries earned the college high marks in the magazine’s inaugural rankings for graduate degree offerings.

An Experiential Edge >>

Endowed Chairs Draw Strong Leadership to the College

Jan. 11, 2024 | Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement and College of Engineering

Funded by alumni and friends of the school, endowed positions ensure top talent for critical roles.

Endowed Leadership >>

Students group around a table holding solar trackers

Expanded Solar Track Meet Among Early Events in Four-Year Design Program

Jan. 10, 2024 | Katy Smith

Salt River Project contributes expertise and funding for hands-on, first-year student project.

Feeling Like an Engineer >>

Wolfgang Fink poses outdoors

National Academy of Inventors Elects Two Engineering Professors

Dec. 12, 2023 | Paul Tumarkin, Tech Launch Arizona

Douglas Loy and Wolfgang Fink are advancing technology in areas ranging from additive manufacturing to eyesight health care.

Innovation and Bold Thinking >>

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