Chemical & Environmental Engineering

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

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Chemical & Environmental Engineering News

Engineering alumna Claire Tomkins explains to the audience at the Engineers Breakfast why we need an engineer in the White House.

UA Engineering Homecoming 2016 Highlights the Profession's Humanity

Nov. 3, 2016 | Jill Goetz

The UA Engineering annual homecoming breakfast made a strong case for the belief that society's ills will persist unless those with skills in technology and critical thinking, not to mention compassion, are given room to flourish in the corridors of power.

Professional Accomplishments and Public Service >>

Two Water Experts in the UA College of Engineering Named IWA Fellows

Oct. 20, 2016 | Jill Goetz

Jim Field and Shane Snyder, UA professors of chemical and environmental engineering, are honored for their research and leadership in global water sustainability.

IWA Fellows Tackle Global Water Challenges >>

UA Engineering Receives $1.07 Million NSF Graduate Student Diversity Grant

Sept. 20, 2016 | Jill Goetz

Bridge to the Doctorate fellowships help Hispanics, African-Americans and other students from underrepresented groups in higher education earn master’s degrees at the University of Arizona and go on to pursue PhDs.

Building an Inclusive Graduate Student Body >>

UA Potable Water System Wins 2016 Best Project Award

Aug. 29, 2016 | Jill Goetz

The University of Arizona and collaborators receive the 2016 WateReuse Arizona Project of the Year Award for their work converting wastewater into high-quality drinking water.

Reusing Wastewater Critical in Southwest >>