Commitment to Land-Grant Mission

Land-Grant Commitment

As a multidisciplinary program, the School of Materials Science & Engineering is inherently diverse in academic practices and experiences dedicated to fostering a supportive and welcoming environment where all students, staff, and faculty can thrive.  Our commitment to access and success—a core tenet of our land-grant mission—is realized through our initiatives. We provide resources and support to cultivate positive academic and professional settings, empowering every member of our community to achieve their full potential.

Outreach

Engaging with our local community about materials science and engineering is a priority for our program. Below are a few images where high school students are learning about polymers, metals, and composites through a variety of outreach activities hosted by materials science and engineering staff, faculty, and students:

Two students sit at a table, focused on a project while a classroom buzzes with activity in the background.
Students engaged in a science project, using measuring tools and collaborating at a table with educational materials.
Students engage in a hands-on activity at a table covered with materials and snacks in a classroom setting.
Student measuring an object with calipers during a hands-on science activity at a classroom table.