Spring 2009
 Dr. Liberty's introduction to each issue of Kettering Perspective. Dr. Liberty discusses recent happenings, upcoming events and the overall mission of Kettering University. This issue's letter discusses Kettering's programs and activities that stimulate young people's interest in science and engineering. |
This is the second article in a series that honors the commitment and service of our graduates during WWII, and reminds readers about the debt paid to secure our nation’s freedom. The “Kettering Perspective” conveys special thanks to all our alumni who sent information regarding their service to our country. |
 Sixteen innovative ideas were presented and hundreds voted on videos during the 2009 Innovation Challenge at Kettering University in March. Student Alex Dudick won the top prize of $1,000. His idea and video featured a concept for a college student registry called SweetPackageDude.com. |
 Injuries to the lower leg, including trauma caused in battle, in an automobile accident, from a gunshot wound or other trauma, have historically proven difficult for doctors to treat. Dr. Patrick Atkinson, professor of Mechanical Engineering, is working with orthopedic surgeons at McLaren Regional Medical Center to develop more effective treatment for this type of injury. |
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 Good companies sometimes fail. It’s a simple reality in today’s global economy. Might not be any rhyme or reason to these failures—anyone can point to the wallowing U.S. economy, the falling value of the U.S. dollar overseas, the pock-marked real estate market and the ripple effect of plunging world markets for an easy, off-the-shelf answer. |
 NAMEPA awards AIM "Best Pre-College Program" The National Association of Multicultural Engineer Professional Advocates (NAMEPA) recently honored Kettering’s Academic Interested Minorities (AIM) program with the Pre-College Program of the Year award. |
 The Kettering Baja team battled the cold and engine woes in February at Michigan Technological University’s Winter Baja in Houghton, Mich., where the temperature was a balmy 16 degrees F. |
 A handy place to read all about what your classmates and other alumni are up to. Class Notes contains a wealth of information on alumni members from as long ago as 1938 and right up to the present. |
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