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Students News - May 2021

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Staying Safe When Lightning Strikes

May 28, 2021  |  Emily Dieckman
As a capstone project, a team of engineering seniors built a mannequin to test the efficacy of lightning protection garments.
Manny the Mannequin >>
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Taking Flight to Study Clouds and Climate

May 21, 2021  |  Armin Sorooshian, Joseph Atkinson, Richard Ferrare, Johnathan Hair, and Luke Ziemba
A new mission involving synchronized aircraft observations is collecting data vital for improving our understanding of how aerosol particles and clouds influence each other.
ACTIVATE update >>
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Students Net $46,000 in Prizes at Craig M. Berge Design Day 2021

May 11, 2021  |  Emily Dieckman
College of Engineering seniors at the University of Arizona showcase their efforts to make crops healthier, humans safer, and the future brighter.
Going Virtual... Part 2 >>
Daniel Wieland wearing a suit and tie.

BME Senior Receives Merrill P. Freeman Award

May 10, 2021  |  University Communications
Engineering student Daniel Wieland is one of just seven undergraduates will be recognized with four university-wide awards for their service to the community, academic accomplishments and perseverance.
Outstanding Senior >>
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University of Arizona Launches Software Engineering Degree

May 3, 2021  |  Emily Dieckman
The program positions graduates to take on rewarding positions in high demand by industry.
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