{"id":108059,"date":"2021-10-26T23:01:18","date_gmt":"2021-10-27T04:01:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.olemiss.edu\/?p=108059"},"modified":"2021-11-03T16:29:37","modified_gmt":"2021-11-03T21:29:37","slug":"ole-miss-engineering-launches-industry-affiliates-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web20.olemiss.edu\/news\/wordpress\/ole-miss-engineering-launches-industry-affiliates-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Ole Miss Engineering Launches Industry Affiliates Program"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The industry affiliates meet officially for the first time on Oct. 29. Photo by Thomas Graning\/Ole Miss Digital Imaging Services<\/p><\/div>\n

Ole Miss Engineering<\/a> recognizes the importance of strategic relationships with industry.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why it has launched its Industry Affiliates Program. The school and each industry partner find mutually beneficial outcomes \u2013 from on-campus awareness and student recruitment to research opportunities and economic empowerment.<\/p>\n

\u201cThroughout my career, I\u2019ve learned that university-industry partnerships are critical in ever-changing times,\u201d said Dave Puleo, dean of Ole Miss Engineering. \u201cWhen working together, both organizations can lift the other and be poised for even greater success.\u201d<\/p>\n

Founding five<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Industry Affiliates Program sets off with five founding partners:<\/p>\n

Continental<\/a> \u2013 an international leader of tire production and manufacturing for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and two-wheelers<\/p>\n

General Atomics\/Electromagnetic Systems<\/a> \u2013 producer of electro-magnetic aircraft systems for the U.S. Navy, satellite surveillance, high power laser and other military applications<\/p>\n

Hytrol<\/a> \u2013 the largest conveyor manufacturer in North America, providing material handling systems across multiple industries<\/p>\n

Medtronic<\/a> \u2013 one of the largest manufacturers of medical devices in the world<\/p>\n

Raytheon Intelligence & Space<\/a> \u2013 business segment of defense conglomerate Raytheon Technologies that specializes in advanced sensors, training, and cyber and software solutions<\/p>\n

\u201cAs the largest manufacturer of material handling solutions in the United States, Hytrol has a crucial need for qualified employees and access to innovative research,\u201d said Christy Valentine, manager of Hytrol\u2019s academic programs.<\/p>\n

\u201cHytrol enthusiastically invests in programs like the one at Ole Miss. We understand the far-reaching impact this investment has on the lives and livelihoods of people in our region.\u201d <\/p>\n

Full steam ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n

The industry affiliates met for the first time on Oct. 29. They discussed how to promote access to engineering talent, engage with faculty and leadership, and influence the direction of the School of Engineering. An engineering student talked to affiliates about her work experiences at SpaceX, and a faculty member spoke about the senior design project to set up an electric bike-sharing program on campus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Industry affiliates have the opportunity to meet with selected students in advance of the university\u2019s September Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology career fair.<\/p><\/div>\n

That might have been their first official meeting, but the industry affiliates have been in action since the semester began.<\/p>\n

For instance, industry affiliates received a student resume book and prominent placement at the university\u2019s Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology career fair in September.<\/p>\n

\u201cCompanies need to be a known quantity here on campus in order to attract talent and engage faculty to help them solve challenges,\u201d said Darin Van Pelt, the engineering school\u2019s director of engineering engagement. “Showing up at career fairs is essential, but that’s just the first step.\u201d<\/p>\n

The night before the career fair, the affiliates were able to meet selected students at an informal reception. Valentine from Hytrol recognized the benefits of this access.<\/p>\n

\u201cOle Miss provided affiliate partners the unique opportunity to network with a select group of exceptional students in an environment that allowed for candid conversation about the needs of our industry and the needs of those entering the workforce.<\/p>\n

“We were able to personally connect with several potential employees and look forward to hosting Ole Miss students as interns in 2022.\u201d <\/p>\n

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Each industry affiliate sponsors one of our engineering tailgate gatherings.<\/p><\/div>\n

Each industry affiliate sponsors one of the school\u2019s well-loved tailgate gatherings. This gives company representatives the chance to meet students and faculty, while cheering on the Ole Miss football team.<\/p>\n

The Industry Affiliates Program provides engineering students and faculty with high levels of involvement with industry members. It gives students a solid idea of what\u2019s happening outside the classroom, in the real world. And, it gives our industry partners the opportunity to shape their future workforce and influence university research initiatives.<\/p>\n

The program is part of the University of Mississippi\u2019s commitment to connect industry<\/a> to students, thought leaders, ideas and innovation.<\/p>\n

Companies interested in joining the School of Engineering’s five founding affiliates should contact Darin Van Pelt, director of engineering engagement, at dvp@olemiss.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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