HU Invites Students to Explore the 'Business of Engineering'

Hampton, VA -The Hampton University Business of Engineering summer program is currently registering talented high school students interested in immersing themselves in a free weeklong introduction to engineering.

Throughout the week of July 12-16, rising high school sophomores will be exposed to real world business and engineering decision making, cutting-edge computer design software, and methods of problem solving used in engineering.

Students will enjoy a bridge design competition, case studies on the Hampton Roads Crossing, and a field trip to the Bridge-Tunnel Traffic Operations Control Center.

“We believe it is important to expose students to real life decision making exercised in engineering and business projects, that affect their daily lives.  So, when they make decisions about their college careers they will have a better understanding of what to expect in their respective career paths. This program’s main objective is to help to develop the future engineering workforce leadership in our communities,” stated Dr. Otsebele Nare, HU assistant professor of electrical engineering and co-director of the Business of Engineering program.

To qualify for the program rising high school sophomores must have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average, write an essay and submit a letter of recommendation.

The United States Department of Energy sponsored the program hosted by the HU School of Engineering and Technology and the HU School of Business.

Applications and forms must be postmarked by June 14. For application forms and more information on the program please visit, busofeng.weebly.com. For additional questions contact program directors at (757) 727-5818.