February 2006 Engineering Alumni Newsletter

Greetings!

Welcome to the first ever online alumni and friends newsletter from the University of Idaho College of Engineering. Each month, you’ll receive a short and informative e-mail about the happenings in and around the college.

New Faces

Dr. Aicha Elshabini Named New Dean Of College Of Engineering
The University of Idaho has selected Aicha Elshabini as the next dean of the College of Engineering. Elshabini comes to UI from the University of Arkansas, where she is distinguished professor and head of the Department of Electrical Engineering. Elshabini begins her duties at UI in July 2006.
Read the full story at http://www.engr.uidaho.edu/introducingelshabini/

New Public Information Officer Joins College Staff
Matt Strange recently joined the College of Engineering as the new Public Information Officer. Strange, originally from Lewiston, Idaho comes to his alma mater from Pullman Regional Hospital where he served as Marketing and Community Relations Coordinator. He will be working on organizing the 100 year anniversary of the College of Engineering, developing recruitment materials and establishing effective communication with alumni and friends of the college.

Centennial

College Of Engineering Prepares For Centennial
A committee of faculty, staff, and alumni have begun preparation for the centennial celebration of the College of Engineering in 2007. In the coming weeks, the group will establish dates and times for the events. The centennial will celebrate the thousands of alumni in over 65 countries spanning across seven continents. Here on campus, we’ll highlight the college’s growth from our first graduating class of two engineers, to seven departments, six research centers and institutes, nearly 1,800 current undergraduate and graduate students, and 101 faculty and staff members. The College of Engineering has also developed strong programs across the state including Boise, Idaho Falls, Post Falls and Moscow. Watch next month’s Engineering@Idaho edition for more information.