Co-op: the perfect stimulus plan Published: Nov 17, 2009 In today's economy, Kettering University's cooperative education program can offer economic advantages as a personalized stimulus plan for almost any company.
Joining the ranks Published: Nov 02, 2009 Dr. Bahram Roughani will join the ranks of famous scientists, performers, writers, activists and politicians as a featured speaker in the Ballenger Eminent Persons Lecture Series.
Discover Kettering Nov. 14 Published: Oct 23, 2009 The autumn open house at Kettering University will show off some of the best engineering facilities that are available to undergraduates in the country, plus a world-class faculty.
Kettering University celebrates 90 years Published: Oct 19, 2009 The first class of the School of Automotive Trades started at 7 p.m. Oct. 20, 1919. Over the next 90 years it was called many things, but the spirit of "learning by doing" has remained the same. Here is a retrospective of one of its founders - Major Albert Sobey.
Woman of the Year awards 2009 Published: Oct 14, 2009 Kettering recognized its outstanding women students at the 13th Annual Woman of the Year Awards Banquet.
Financial Summit Published: Oct 07, 2009 Kettering University will host a Financial Summit Oct. 10 that features alumnus Harry Lange of Fidelity's Magellan Fund.
Medical Physics comes to Kettering Published: Oct 05, 2009 Kettering University alumnus Victor Hosfeld '05 will be walking the halls again this term, but this time he'll be giving the lessons in the first Medical Physics course offered on campus.
Convocation is Thursday Published: Sep 29, 2009 William H. Osborne '83 will offer an address during New Student Convocation Thursday, Oct. 1, in Kettering University's Campus Center. An academic processional will welcome B-Section students to campus.
Recognizing employee excellence Published: Sep 24, 2009 Kettering University recognized eight faculty and three staff members for professional excellence at the Fourth Annual University Conference Sept. 23.
Top Dog winners Published: Sep 21, 2009 The 10th annual Kettering Kickoff FIRST Robotics contest was won by Team Rush, Truck Town Thunder and the Xtreme Eagles to become the "Top Dog" alliance at Kettering University!
Grateful honors Published: Sep 11, 2009 Kettering University said a special thank you of appreciation to Richard Light '57, Stephen McEwen '54, Sun Microsystems and UPS at the Third Annual President's Appreciation Dinner Sept. 10.
Tribute to alumnus Richard Sanders '74 Published: Sep 10, 2009 Alumnus Richard Sanders '74, national forensic pioneer and UC Denver professor, won't be with his classmates at Reunion Weekend this year, but he left his mark on the field of audio/video forensics.
Physical therapy for co-op Published: Sep 09, 2009 Sam Perlmutter '06, Mechanical Engineering graduate of Kettering University and current Ph.D. fellow in the Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences at Northwestern University, created a one-of-a-kind professional cooperative education program that students would pay him to join.
Running with the Bulldogs Published: Sep 02, 2009 Bulldog Alumni Reunion weekend, a special time to honor outstanding achievement of individual alumni and reconnect with the campus, is Sept.10-13.
Overview of Michigan's advanced battery technology Published: Aug 26, 2009 Governor Jennifer M. Granholm visited Kettering University Aug. 19 to highlight the school's $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced earlier in August by Vice President Joe Biden.
Celebrating ECE Published: Aug 25, 2009 Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm got a tutorial from the faculty and students of ECE and celebrated that a new electronics lab is coming to campus, thanks to federal stimulus money, during the Governor's visit to campus Aug. 19.
'America's Best Colleges' Published: Aug 20, 2009 Kettering University's IME program is ranked #1 and its Mechanical Engineering program is #2 in the 2010 edition of 'America's Best Colleges' by U.S. News & World Report.
Military Friendly School Published: Aug 18, 2009 Kettering University has been named to the elite national list of colleges and universities that are singled out for embracing U.S. veterans as students.
AIMing for success! Published: Aug 14, 2009 Kettering University's Lives Improve Through Engineering (LITE) and Academically Interested Minds programs enjoyed another season of success AND received some more inspiring news in 2009.
Racing toward the winner's circle Published: Aug 07, 2009 Kettering University's SAE Formula racing team believe they have a winning combination of design, skill and testing - but they continue to tweak their car every chance they get.
Sharing stimulus funds Published: Aug 07, 2009 Kettering University will get a new electronics lab and will partner with the University of Michigan on new courses as its share in the $1 billion coming to Michigan from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
'Discover Kettering' is Saturday Published: Aug 04, 2009 Kettering University's summer open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, will show off the scope and depth of Kettering's learning structure.
Best Midwestern College Published: Jul 30, 2009 Kettering University has again been named a "Best Midwestern College" by "The Princeton Review." Kettering is one of 158 institutions receiving the Best in the Midwest designation.
Taking it to Bonneville Published: Jul 24, 2009 Testing protocols can be dull - unless you're testing your product on the Bonneville Salt Flats! Kettering University alumnus Kyle Schwulst '02 is doing just that.
Co-op Hall of Fame Published: Jul 24, 2009 Kettering University's next class into the prestigious National Co-op Hall of Fame is Neil DeKoker '67, Russ Ebeid '62, Denise Gray '86, Jeff Henderson '88 and William Wildern '92. The National Commission for Cooperative Education will honor them in mid-October.
Peterson awarded honorary doctorate Published: Jul 09, 2009 Kettering alumna Marissa T. Peterson '83 was awarded an honorary doctor of Management degree at New Student Convocation.
Welcome Class of 2014! Published: Jul 08, 2009 The first half of Kettering University's entering freshmen class will have 270 new faces in it, 83% male and 17% female. They are 72% from Michigan and 85% from the Midwest. The 2009-10 academic year opens July 13.
It's easy to be Green Published: Jul 01, 2009 Kettering University was recognized by Fox 66 TV in Flint for its many-layered Green initiatives, from incorporating Green technologies into the classroom to instituting reducing, recycling and re-using as part of regular business operations.
Building better car seats Published: Jun 30, 2009 Kettering University's Crash Safety Center worked with Dorel Juvenile Group to develop a ground-breaking new car seat safety technology that better protects kids in side impact crashes.
Innovation Challenge Published: Jun 18, 2009 Eleven innovation ideas were pitched and $2,000 in cash prizes handed out during the 2009 Innovation Challenge, which you can check out on Kettering's channel on YouTube.
The IE airplane road show Published: Jun 18, 2009 A workshop in March sponsored by the Kettering University chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE) helps high school students gain a clearer understanding of the roles industrial engineers play in the U.S. manufacturing industry.
Preparing innovators Published: Jun 11, 2009 Kettering University is putting its intellectual and practical capabilities to work to be the national leader in the preparation of entrepreneurs and innovators.
Commencement is June 13 Published: Jun 02, 2009 Kettering University will graduate almost 300 undergraduate and graduate students during ceremonies June 13. Former U.S. Ambassador to Sweden, Michael M. Wood, will receive an honorary degree.
In Kettering's name Published: May 28, 2009 Armen Oumedian '49 presented a gift in Kettering University's name to Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes to teach children about careers in high-growth sectors.
15th anniversary Published: May 22, 2009 Kettering University celebrated the 15th anniversary of the popular study-abroad program with universities in the state of Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, during international events May 20-21 on campus.
Recovering wasted energy Published: May 19, 2009 Kettering University researchers are working with General Dynamics to convert the unused heat energy of their propulsion systems to useful and clean energy.
Apps due June 1 for Get Energized Published: May 18, 2009 Applications for Kettering University's Sustainable Energy program for high school students, "Get Energized," are due by June 1.
Bama Baja Published: May 15, 2009 Late nights, a lot of mud and a flat tire: it was a typical SAE Collegiate Design Series competition when Kettering University's Baja team took their vehicle to Alabama to compete against 99 other Baja enthusiasts.
Detecting structural defects Published: May 15, 2009 Stephen Heinze, a 2008 Mechanical Engineering graduate of Kettering University, uses remote sensing, non-invasive technologies at his job with EnTech Engineering of St. Louis to locate hidden subsurface targets and defects in energy, transportation, manufacturing, electronic and environmental infrastructures.
Squelching scheduling nightmares! Published: May 01, 2009 Kettering University Senior Michael Reinhold uses open source software to write a computer course scheduler program, which provides students a quick, efficient way to secure the class schedule they need for each term.
2009 FIRST championships Published: Apr 24, 2009 Kettering University named 13 more FIRST Scholars during this year's national championship of FIRST - For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology. FIRST now has one million participants worldwide.
Global cooling Published: Apr 17, 2009 Researching a way to improve the energy efficiency of refrigerated display cases in grocery stores, a Kettering University researcher found that less is more.
Three regional awards Published: Apr 09, 2009 The prestigious National Society of Black Engineers has awarded Kettering University three regional honors in recognition of the accomplishments of its students and Multicultural Student Initiatives.
Four faculty members promoted Published: Apr 03, 2009 Faculty from the Physics and Mechanical Engineering departments will receive promotions at the beginning of the new academic year.
Engineering efficiency in medicine Published: Apr 03, 2009 Senior students at Kettering University applied Industrial Engineering methods and processes to the flow of patients through a medical office and found it is more interesting to study people than machines.
Pitching innovation Published: Mar 27, 2009 Sixteen ideas were pitched for cash awards, and hundreds clicked to vote on videos, during the 2009 Innovation Challenge at Kettering University.
Shaping young minds Published: Mar 20, 2009 Alumna Nichole Maurer earned her degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2004 and went to work for Tenneco Automotive soon afterward. But in 2008, she turned to teaching high school Algebra, a change that allows her to encourage students to study science, technology, engineering and math.
Texas conneXion Published: Mar 20, 2009 A new academic partnership with San Antonio College and Kettering University will help build more technical talent in the San Antonio region.
NAMEPA awards AIM "Best Pre-College Program" Published: Mar 09, 2009 Kettering University's AIM Program was named the "Best Pre-College Program" by the National Association of Multicultural Engineering Program Advocates.
Nominate FIRST Teacher of the Year Published: Feb 26, 2009 The deadline is March 18 for robotics teams to recognize the dedication of their teacher/coaches by nominating them for a state award.
Bulldog Baja goes north Published: Feb 20, 2009 For the first time in seven years the Kettering Baja SAE team traveled to Houghton, Mich., to run their vehicle in the 2009 Winter Baja competition sponsored by Michigan Technological University.
Agent Fate exceeds expectations Published: Feb 20, 2009 Ongoing research at Kettering University establishes a better understanding on the reach of potential chemical contamination in a simulated environment.
Sand, sun and $60 = clean water Published: Feb 06, 2009 Combining a biosand filter and sunlight, Kettering's Engineers Without Borders A-Section engineered a solution to make contaminated water potable for a village in Mexico.
Changing the world one liter at a time Published: Feb 06, 2009 Jeremy Bell is following his passion to expand on an engineering project near and dear to his heart. While many friends and peers head off for the corporate world, Bell's dream job involves going to live in rural Mexico to help distribute biosand water filters to communities lacking potable water.
Riffe honored by SME Published: Feb 01, 2009 Dr. William Riffe was honored by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers for 12 years of volunteer service to the organization.
From GMI to WWII Published: Jan 30, 2009 A call for stories from alumni who served in WWII resulted in a flood of remembrances from across the country. These two personal accounts are the first in a series honoring Kettering/GMI alumni who delayed their education to support the cause for freedom.
Engineering U.S. preparedness Published: Jan 16, 2009 Dennis R. Schrader '76, former deputy administrator of the National Preparedness Directorate for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), said the government is actively improving the federal management of disasters and offered other comments during a recent visit to Kettering.
Echempati chosen for McFarland Award Published: Jan 14, 2009 Dr. Raghu Echempati is the recipient of the SAE International Forest R. McFarland Award.
Woman of the Year Awards 2008 Published: Jan 09, 2009 Two outstanding young women have been chosen as Woman of the Year-2008 for A and B Sections at Kettering University.
Engineering healing Published: Jan 09, 2009 With research funded by the federal government, a Kettering professor is working with orthopedic surgeons to improve healing of serious lower leg injuries for soldiers and civilians alike.
Kettering closed for Holidays Published: Dec 18, 2008 Kettering University will be closed for the holidays beginning Dec. 24 until Jan. 2. During the break we are re-running some highlights from our Campus News. Best wishes from the University for a safe and happy 2009!
Commencement Album Dec. '08 Published: Dec 13, 2008 The weather outside was frightful, but the ceremony inside was delightful as undergraduate and graduate students celebrated their accomplishments with family and friends at December Commencement.
Identifying kids' range of motion Published: Dec 12, 2008 Current safety equipment and medical procedures for children are based on adult measurements and benchmarks. Two Kettering faculty have established child-sized measurements to improve everything from car seats to chiropractic care.
Engineering innovative business Published: Dec 05, 2008 In spite of recession fears throughout the U.S., several student businesses established through the Kettering Entrepreneur Society show that intelligent entrepreneurship development can be profitable in lean times.
Commencement is Dec. 13, 2008 Published: Dec 01, 2008 Kettering President Stan Liberty, the University's sixth president, will offer the Commencement address when Kettering University hosts graduation ceremonies at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Connie and Jim John Recreation Center.
$225,000 for entrepreneurship Published: Nov 26, 2008 Kettering University to receive $225,000 to promote entrepreneurship studies.
A path to progress Published: Nov 20, 2008 Flint's "College Town" initiative received a boost this week when Kearsley Street, the thoroughfare connecting Flint's four campuses, was dedicated.
The Chemistry of Engineering Published: Nov 07, 2008 Kettering University in Flint, Mich., now offers students an opportunity to prepare for the fast-growing field of Chemical Engineering with a new degree program.
Family volunteering a winning idea Published: Nov 06, 2008 Kettering Professor Dr. Patrick Atkinson and his family won a Family Fun Magazine award for volunteering as a family. Their prize will benefit the entire community.
Discover Kettering Nov. 8 Published: Oct 31, 2008 Kettering University's fall open house will showcase academics and faculty, co-op opportunities and student activities and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8.
Test driving Blackboard Published: Oct 31, 2008 Kettering University is one of only 50 institutions in the country selected to "test drive" Blackboard's latest learning technology.
Fulbright experience in India Published: Oct 24, 2008 Kettering professor Dr. Raghu Echempati found diversity in his Fulbright Scholar experience in India.
Kettering's pinch-hitter to retire Published: Oct 24, 2008 His career circled back to his alma mater, but Jim Hamilton `76 was always moving forward.
Eliminating waste by design Published: Oct 17, 2008 The skies in China's largest city appeared hazy during the Olympics despite their best efforts, which underscored the need to teach engineering students about how to go green. Since 2005, Kettering University's Industrial Ecology Team has taught students to consider product life cycles, thanks to a National Science Foundation grant.
$26,000 from UPS Foundation Published: Oct 17, 2008 The AIM program gets $16,000 and Kettering's scholarship fund gets $10,000, thanks to a $26,000 gift from The UPS Foundation.
Honoring excellence Published: Oct 10, 2008 Kettering University recently recognized seven faculty members for outstanding teaching, research and citizenship at University Conference.
Changing of the guard Published: Oct 10, 2008 An impending retirement heralds a change at Kettering as beloved math professor "Doc" Green prepares to retire at the end of the calendar year.
Welcome Freshmen - 2008 Published: Oct 03, 2008 Hello to the Class of 2013! Greetings from Kettering University.
Student eye view of a King Published: Oct 03, 2008 Kenny Schabow focused his lenses on the King of Sweden and other visiting dignitaries Sept. 26 as Kettering celebrated a collaboration with Swedish Biogas, the State of Michigan and the City of Flint.
Rocketing to the top Published: Oct 03, 2008 Unlike other institutions, Kettering University's new Aerospace Engineering concentration provides a singular experience by offering students opportunities to utilize the latest technology and software employed by the propulsion and aerodynamics industry.
U.S. auto industry falling behind? Published: Sep 26, 2008 Leading electrical engineering experts and organizations believe the U.S. auto industry is behind foreign automakers in terms of technological advancements. But there is still hope.
Green lighting Published: Sep 19, 2008 An Electrical Engineering senior design class at Kettering University took on the challenge of helping Flint landmark, The Whiting, with its green initiatives.
Living our thanks Published: Sep 12, 2008 President Stan and First Lady Angie Liberty hosted the Second Annual President's Appreciation Dinner Sept. 11, to say a heartfelt thank you to University supporters and friends.
International conference features Kettering profs Published: Aug 29, 2008 Kettering researchers shared their research into proton exchange membrane and Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Laboratory at a fuel cell conference in Denver.
Bulldog Reunion Weekend Published: Aug 22, 2008 It's time to reunite with old friends, relive old memories and celebrate professional and personal achievement, as 50-plus years worth of engineering alumni return to Kettering University for Bulldog Days Reunion Weekend.
Switching to lollipops Published: Aug 22, 2008 Flipping a switch seems easy enough, unless you don't have the motor skills to do it. Some Kettering students retrofitted toys with lollipop switches for kids with disabilities.
"America's Best Colleges:" four national honors Published: Aug 22, 2008 The 2009 edition of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report says Kettering University is in the Top Five in two categories and in the Top Twenty in the United States! Plus, Kettering is a "Programs to Look For" with MIT, Cincinnati, Drexel and more!
The 2009 Co-op Hall of Fame Published: Aug 15, 2008 Kettering University's newest class in the National Co-op Hall of Fame is: Troy Clarke '78, Bruce Coventry '75, Harry Lange '75, Vickie Piner '89 and J. Don Rice '81. They will be honored by the National Commission for Cooperative Education later this year.
Lives Improve Through Engineering Published: Aug 08, 2008 Kettering's pre-college program for 12th-grade girls sheds LITE on careers related to Science, Engineering, Technology and Math with lots of hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves experiences.
Sniffing out business opportunities Published: Aug 08, 2008 Innovation and new opportunities - the Department of Business at Kettering University recently welcomed entrepreneur Art DeMonte, implemented a new minor and is encouraging students to take BUSN-572 Innovation and New Ventures.
Taking AIM at the future Published: Jul 31, 2008 Students from across the U.S., Jamaica and the Bahamas have come to Flint to get a taste of Science and Engineering careers in Kettering University's award-winning pre-college program for minorities.
Discover Kettering Aug. 9 Published: Jul 31, 2008 The summer open house will provide an opportunity for high school students to "Discover Kettering" on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will focus on faculty members and showcase Kettering's modern lab facilities.
Venezuelan racing connection Published: Jul 31, 2008 Kettering's Formula SAE Team offered international assistance to Central University of Venezuela's Formula SAE Team prior to the May 14-18 SAE race competition at Michigan International Speedway.
Bio-fuels and classic cars Published: Jul 18, 2008 New bio-fuels may be damaging to classic car engines, so Kettering professors are studying the effects of ethanol-blended gas on the treasured classics.
Welcome Freshmen - 2008 Published: Jul 10, 2008 The first half of Kettering's freshmen class (Section A) is not quite 260 students and for the first time in years - one of every five students is female! This year's freshmen class comes from 26 states, with 66 percent from Michigan and 8 percent from Ohio.
Engineering for Global Benefit Published: Jul 04, 2008 How one professor and a handful of students thought outside the box in terms of engineering education, and came up with new ways for engineering to change the world for the better.
Seeking a presence in China Published: Jun 27, 2008 A recent trip to China by a small Kettering delegation is proof that the Kettering/GMI "name brand" is strong internationally.
Student's view of Obama visit Published: Jun 18, 2008 Kenneth Schabow, a junior from Chicago, put his talented photography eye to work when Sen. Barack Obama visited Kettering University June 16. The Mechanical Engineering student has created a photo gallery of the historic day on campus.
Commencement Photo Album June 2008 Published: Jun 14, 2008 Kettering's June Commencement exercises brought families and friends to campus to help graduates celebrate their accomplishments and look toward the future.
David W. Hermance `70 Published: Jun 06, 2008 Executive Engineer for Advanced Technology Vehicles Toyota Technical Center, Gardena, California
Dr. Curtis R. Carlson Published: Jun 06, 2008 President and Chief Executive Officer of SRI International, Menlo Park, California
Honoring 315 graduates Published: Jun 05, 2008 Kettering University will celebrate the accomplishments of 315 graduates and present two honorary degrees at Commencement at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 14, in the Connie and Jim John Recreation Center.
The Maharishi of Marketing ROCKS! Published: May 23, 2008 Entrepreneur, rock guitarist and concert organizer - wearing three hats at once comes naturally to Kettering senior Steve Schwartz, who is rapidly becoming a major Internet player in southeast Michigan.
Penny Garden feeds the needy Published: May 23, 2008 Kettering students helped the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan prepare a space for its Penny Garden fundraiser.
Mentoring a young intellect Published: May 12, 2008 Dr. Mark Wicks, professor of Computer Engineering and interim associate vice president of Academic Affairs at Kettering University, mentors a local 14-year-old genius in the art and theory of Computer Engineering.
A tribute to quality Published: May 09, 2008 Kettering University's Department of Business handed out its top awards at a reception that honored Bruce Coventry '75 for Alumni Achievement and Service and its Business Employer of the Year - the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
Green Week Published: May 08, 2008 To shine a spotlight on how engineering can go green, the Kettering Entrepreneur Society is hosting a week long environmental event on campus.
Chemical Agent Fate project receives boost Published: May 07, 2008 Pending legislation could provide more funding for Kettering's research into chemical dispersion.
NEW! Pre-med at Kettering Published: Apr 30, 2008 Engineering and medicine may not seem related, but as medicine becomes increasingly technical, an engineering background might be just what the doctor orders. Kettering University now has a new Premedical Course of Study to bridge the disciplines.
In memory of Cherokee Published: Apr 25, 2008 Creating an outdoor sanctuary for her family to remember her by, Kettering's Engineers Without Borders build a deck in Cherokee's honor.
Kettering goes to FIRST Published: Apr 25, 2008 The 2008 FIRST national championship games in Atlanta attracted some of the world's best students and companies in science and engineering - exactly what Kettering University is interested in!
Kettering to host JETT program Published: Apr 18, 2008 Kettering University will reach out to the Michigan high school community to highlight the importance of studying Computer Science at the higher education level by hosting a JETT program May 17.
Going out with a bang Published: Apr 18, 2008 Two Industrial Engineering students are wrapping up their academic careers at Kettering earning a Six Sigma Fundamentals certificate, launching an academic collaborative and presenting their research at the 2008 American Society of Engineering Education conference in June.
Fostering excellence Published: Apr 11, 2008 Kettering professor Jacqueline El-Sayed has earned a place in the prestigious American Council on Education (ACE) 2008-09 ACE Fellows Program.
A Michigan-China connection Published: Apr 11, 2008 Kyle Schwulst found a bull market for his invention to reduce harmful emissions in small engines when he took it to China.
State science fair Published: Apr 04, 2008 The Michigan Science and Engineering Fair will be on Kettering's campus Saturday, April 5, featuring projects by 60 of the state's top high school students.
What goes up, must come down Published: Mar 27, 2008 Seventeen hours in the making, the Up Til Dawn group's Kapla Block tower survived 10 days before falling under a barrage of squishy missiles.
The mobile professional Published: Mar 25, 2008 Workplace Utopia may be no workplace at all. Kettering co-op partner IBM is leading the market in utilizing the mobile model to respond to a rapidly changing global business environment.
A blizzard of troubles Published: Mar 21, 2008 They missed classes and gave up sleep, but Kettering's SAE Clean Snowmobile team managed to re-engineer their engine just three weeks before competition and the work paid off.
Plastics still a growing field Published: Mar 21, 2008 Polymer and plastics engineering is a high growth industry. Kettering's new academic specialty helps prepare students for a dynamic career.
Rookie Regional results Published: Mar 12, 2008 FIRST, a national organization that introduces students to the career possibilities in science and engineering, has done more than that in its 15 years of effort. This (mostly volunteer) group is changing lives.
An all-Kettering crew Published: Mar 07, 2008 Entrepreneur Kyle Schwulst '02 was having trouble finding the employees he needed to grow his fledgling engineering company, then he hired a Kettering co-op and the rest is history.
"Rookie' robotics is March 7-8 Published: Feb 29, 2008 Kettering will showcase the 2008 FIRST robotics championship game during the FIRST Robotics Rookie Regional.
Digging deep into droplets Published: Feb 26, 2008 Kettering University's Chemical Agent Fate Research Project recently received $1 million from the defense appropriations bill and is continuing to provide critical data to military organizations.
Brelin-Fornari receives Teetor Award Published: Feb 08, 2008 Dr. Janet Brelin-Fornari is recognized for excellence in engineering education by the Society of Automotive Engineers.
Engineering a greener future Published: Feb 04, 2008 It's not always easy being green, but Kettering's Green Engineering Organization recently got a little help from some friends at Coca-Cola.
Curbing the parking space blues Published: Feb 03, 2008 ParkingCarma, a new Kettering co-op partner in Flint, makes finding a parking space a Zen experience.
Kettering hosts Focus the Nation Published: Jan 24, 2008 The focus will be on environmental sustainability and global warming when Kettering hosts the Flint-area "Focus the Nation" event.
Entrepreneurial Olympics Published: Jan 21, 2008 The gloves were off as young entrepreneurs competed for glory and cash prizes in the e-Kettering Challenge.
Kettering's adoption program Published: Jan 14, 2008 Kettering is looking for more dummies! No, the academic standards haven't been relaxed, the University needs more crash test dummies to expand research capabilities.
FIRST Rookie Regional set Published: Jan 08, 2008 Kettering University will host a "first in the country" pilot program with FIRST robotics on March 7-8 to encourage more high schools to compete in the popular national robotics contest.
Kettering is closed for the holidays Published: Dec 21, 2007 Taking a little break between terms, Kettering will be closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1, 2008. We will re-open Jan. 2.
Commencement photo album Dec. 2007 Published: Dec 15, 2007 Final farewells, families and famous alumni all came together at the Dec. 15 Commencement ceremony.
Pinball wizardry Published: Dec 14, 2007 There were pirates, gangsters and World War II flying aces in Kettering's Campus Center the week before finals - and they were all under the control of electromagnets.
Ratemystudentrental.com hits the web! Published: Dec 07, 2007 Three Kettering University seniors dive into the entrepreneurial ocean with help from the Kettering Entrepreneur Society (KESociety) and launch www.ratemystudentrental.com to help college students find suitable places to live while at college.
Commencement is Dec. 15 Published: Nov 30, 2007 Kettering will host Commencement ceremonies for 272 graduates at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15. Gary L. Cowger, a 1970 graduate and group vice president at General Motors Corp., will offer the Commencement address.
Educating the 21st century engineer Published: Nov 30, 2007 Dr. Jim Gover of Kettering University and Dr. Paul Huray of the University of South Carolina author an e-book that provides plans for re-establishing the U.S. as the leading engineering innovator, which could ultimately improve the country's economic outlook.
Gary L. Cowger Published: Nov 30, 2007 Group vice president of Global Manufacturing and Labor Relations at General Motors Corp.
Above the rim Published: Nov 26, 2007 Youth of Tomorrow, a nonprofit organization founded and lead by Kettering University Senior Marc D. Alexander to help youth develop professional career skills, taps into the University's Kettering Entrepreneur Society to positively impact kids.
November gifts total $375,000 Published: Nov 21, 2007 Kettering's University Advancement staff members are reporting a good very November!!!
First Prima Prize awarded Published: Nov 16, 2007 Recognizing excellence in leadership and ethics research, Kettering announces its first Prima Prize recipients.
Employment fair attracts 47 companies Published: Nov 09, 2007 Kettering's National Cooperative Education Employment Fair Nov. 8-9 attracted a strong and long list of companies seeking talented co-op students to hire.
Going the distance Published: Nov 09, 2007 Ceremonies at Kettering helped math lecturer Nancy Ernst launch a distance learning classroom on campus to provide a link to K-12 students in Genesee County and beyond.
Women of the Year Awards 2007 Published: Nov 09, 2007 Kettering honored four outstanding young women for leadership and achievement at the 2007 Woman of the Year Awards.
'Discover Kettering' is Nov. 10 Published: Nov 02, 2007 Kettering University's laboratories of learning will be on display Nov. 10 during the fall admissions open house.
Improving the powertrain Published: Oct 26, 2007 Kettering is part of an alliance awarded a $4.9-million federal grant to enable automakers to improve the speed and precision with which they measure component quality.
Rube Goldberg electrified Published: Oct 19, 2007 Kettering students created electrical versions of Rube Goldberg contraptions for their senior Electrical Engineering project - the results would have made Goldberg himself proud.
Immune system engineering Published: Oct 12, 2007 World-known author Dr. William Miller brings his lessons on the fourth generation of innovation management to campus during a lecture co-hosted by Kettering, Baker College, Mott Community College and the University of Michigan-Flint.
New Robots at Kettering University Published: Oct 12, 2007 Seven were initiated into the A-Section Robots Society, which recognizes leadership on campus.
Greening public transportation Published: Oct 12, 2007 Kettering is helping Flint's Mass Transportation Authority explore the greening of public buses.
You CAN go home again Published: Oct 05, 2007 Dr. Petros Gheresus continues to make a difference to the people of his homeland, by taking his expertise home to Eritrea.
Revving the entrepreneurship engine Published: Oct 05, 2007 Kettering University's e-Kettering Initiative receives a second $50,000 grant from the Kern Family Foundation to further enhance entrepreneurship education for engineering, science and management students at the institution.
Bluetooth anyone? Published: Oct 02, 2007 Sinking their teeth into a new technology, Kettering students use Bluetooth to analyze the sweet spot on tennis racquets.
Michigan's economic challenge Published: Sep 27, 2007 Dr. William Miller will present the first in a series of lectures on economic development related to Flint, Genesee County and the Sate of Michigan.
Leading the curve Published: Sep 21, 2007 Some people follow the curve of innovation, Kyle Schwulst '02 leads it. The young entrepreneur is riding a tidal wave of success all the way to China and back.
Kettering recognizes six for their support Published: Sep 18, 2007 Kettering President Stan Liberty and his wife, Angie, inaugurated the President's Appreciation Award given by Kettering University at a gala Sept. 13.
Bio-Engineering - the human machine Published: Sep 14, 2007 Kettering University has turned Engineering inside out - instead of focusing on things that people interact with, the new Bio-Engineering and Life Sciences labs will focus on understanding how the human body works and how to repair it.
Fatal crashes down for young drivers Published: Sep 07, 2007 A Kettering faculty member worked with the State of Michigan to help prepare teens for the road and reduce the loss of young lives.
Ahead of the high-tech curve Published: Sep 07, 2007 Responding to the needs of a dynamic high-tech industry, Kettering is gaining momentum with a new Engineering Physics degree program.
Honoring excellence Published: Aug 31, 2007 Bulldog Days Reunion Weekend at Kettering University is a chance to renew old friendships and honor the achievements of Kettering/GMI alumni.
Automotive technology examined Published: Aug 31, 2007 Two national experts in the field of automotive technology shared their insights with Kettering students and provided an outline for the future.
Poverty, sustainability and service Published: Aug 24, 2007 Kettering faculty members Andy Borchers and Laura Sullivan recently participated in a unique conference titled the Christian Scholars Conference at Rochester College that examined how the U.S. can gear its economic engine to help those who are less fortunate.
Kettering still #1 Published: Aug 17, 2007 U.S. News & World Report's college rankings are out! Kettering has retained its high rankings in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering and Mechanical Engineering and is ranked one of the nation's top 20 undergraduate Engineering schools.
Seeking the next great tech idea Published: Aug 17, 2007 Marsha Lyttle will direct the Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center regional office at Kettering.
Environmental remission Published: Aug 10, 2007 Everyone on Earth plays a role in the improvement or degradation of our environment. That's why educational efforts like those by the Kettering Industrial Ecology Team could teach technical professionals to consider the environment when developing and manufacturing new goods.
Robots to Rack `N Roll Sept. 22 Published: Aug 10, 2007 36 teams will invade the Rec Center for the 8th annual Kettering Kickoff high school robotics competition
The $75 million Kettering graduate Published: Aug 03, 2007 An idea by Ann Marie Weitzel '99 saved millions and earned her the Sun Microsystems 2007 Chairman's Award for Innovation.
Automotive engineering on steroids Published: Jul 27, 2007 Kettering student Scott DeWyse's co-op job prepared him to be a heavy duty truck engineer and gave this Bay City man some fringe benefits that he's enjoying.
Lessons in sustainable energy Published: Jul 27, 2007 In the wake of rising oil and gas prices, Kettering's new pre-college program focused on sustainable energy lets students explore alternative ways to power-up.
Retention efforts chart path Published: Jul 20, 2007 The evidence is impossible to ignore or water down.
Hearst Foundation Scholarship at Kettering Published: Jul 13, 2007 The Hearst Foundation has endowed a scholarship at the university that will begin awarding scholarship in 2008.
New provost Dr. Michael Harris Published: Jul 13, 2007 Kettering's new Provost and vice president for Academic Affairs brings both international and varied higher education experiences as a new era begins on campus.
Greetings Class of 2012! Published: Jul 13, 2007 Kettering welcomed 240 freshmen to campus on July 12 and kicked off the 2007-08 academic year in regal style
A "sweet" suite Published: Jul 06, 2007 Mentor Graphics, a technology leader in electronic design automation, supplies Kettering with a suite of electronic design software that allows students to model, simulate, verify and synthesize electronic systems. These tools will also enable students to design and analyze distributed mechatronic systems before they are manufactured.
Run your own race Published: Jun 22, 2007 Derica Rice '88 always preferred to do things his own way, a talent that has landed him in the CFO job at health care giant Eli Lilly and Company.
Car seats & air bags for eggs Published: Jun 22, 2007 Keeping kids safe and introducing the basics of Bio-Engineering to junior high students.
Commencement at Kettering Published: Jun 09, 2007 More than 150 graduates attended Commencement ceremonies June 9 in Kettering's Recreation Center.
Getting married for a cure Published: Jun 04, 2007 Kettering students got creative in their Relay for Life event supporting the American Cancer Society - including using a Vegas wedding chapel to increase donations.
On the fast track Published: Jun 01, 2007 Three 2006 Kettering graduates were recognized for automotive excellence at the SAE Foundation banquet.
WOOD you believe it? Published: May 25, 2007 West Michigan businesses have teamed up with Kettering University to recognize student achievement with new scholarship opportunities.
Kettering's new MBA Published: May 25, 2007 Kettering University now offers an MBA program through distance learning based on work-integrated learning and an applied capstone thesis project that is distinctively geared toward the needs of employees and the organizations for which they work.
Anderson to give Commencement address Published: May 24, 2007 Joseph B. Anderson Jr., who helped the University focus attention on the need for more ethical training in preparing tomorrow's leaders, will deliver the Commencement address June 9 and receive an honorary Doctor of Management degree.
They were t-h-i-s close. Published: May 23, 2007 Kettering's Formula Racing Team almost pulled it off - building a car in six days - but a bad set of bearings dashed their hopes of finishing the competition May 16 to 20.
Chewing gum for water Published: May 18, 2007 That chewing gum stuck to your shoe may have started out life as a Candelilla plant in a dry, dusty corner of northeastern Mexico. Kettering students are trying to help bring life-giving water to a community that relies on the Candelilla for income.
The race is on Published: May 11, 2007 It's "crunch time" for the Kettering Formula Racing Team. With a prototype engine and a lot of changes from last year's competition vehicle, the team is making every minute count prior to the competition May 16 to 20.
Foul-tip trauma clarification Published: May 01, 2007 A clarification of the results of a student class project testing two styles of catchers' masks.
Lessons for the knowledge economy Published: Apr 27, 2007 Kettering teamed up with the Genesee Intermediate School District to develop more effective methods of teaching K-12 math and science.
Hoff earns international honor Published: Apr 23, 2007 The Society of Automotive Engineers presented the McFarland Award to Dr. Craig Hoff for his outstanding commitment to life-long learning and continuing education April 17. Alumni Don Ableson '59 and Donna Mosher '94 also received top awards.
Rack 'N Roll at FIRST Published: Apr 20, 2007 Kettering University was well represented at the 16th international championships of FIRST Robotics in Atlanta, April 12-14. This year's game, Rack 'N Roll, pitted 344 high school robotics teams against each other and some very colorful inner tubes.
Coming full circle Published: Apr 13, 2007 Creating an award-winning manufacturing facility and bringing jobs to his hometown, Randy Thayer '78, came back to Lansing a fourth time to do what he loves best - work with people.
Making the grade Published: Apr 06, 2007 Nine Kettering University faculty members have been approved for promotion by the Board of Trustees, including the first two women to be named a professor of Mechanical Engineering.
Unabridged connections Published: Apr 06, 2007 The Chemical Agent Fate Research project conducted by Professor Homayun Navaz takes a deeper look at the interaction of combined chemical elements and how they are diffused into our environment.
State science fair winners named Published: Apr 03, 2007 High school students showcased their talents at the 13th annual Michigan Science & Engineering Fair, hosted at Kettering March 31.
Foul tip trauma Published: Mar 30, 2007 Inspired by the story of Mike Matheny's retirement, four Kettering students test catcher's masks to see how well they protect major league baseball players.
State science fair is Saturday Published: Mar 28, 2007 Kettering will host some of the state's top high school students during the 2007 Michigan Science and Engineering Fair Saturday, March 31.
Ditch the heels Published: Mar 23, 2007 High heels making your ankles ache? Four Kettering students can tell you why.
Faculty member helps U.S. Dept. of Defense Published: Mar 16, 2007 Dr. Jim Huggins of Fenton, Mich., and an associate professor of Computer Science at Kettering University, recently served on the review panel for a national scholarship program through the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE).
Hard work earns second place win Published: Mar 16, 2007 Kettering's Clean Snowmobile team is lightening their load to make a greener and quieter snowmobile.
From racecar driver to humanitarian Published: Mar 09, 2007 Grease monkey, Daddy's Girl, speed demon, Corvette aficionado and compassionate volunteer - all labels that Keely Albers wears with pride as she sets her sights on volunteering in Tanzania, East Africa.
The hybrid ideal Published: Mar 02, 2007 A $75,000 grant from the U.S. headquarters of Mentor Graphics Inc. based in Wilsonville, Ore., helps Kettering University researchers develop computer models that allow automakers to design and evaluate hybrid drive trains that might make hybrids more cost efficient.
Engineering clean water Published: Feb 23, 2007 Kettering's Engineers Without Borders teamed up with sixth graders at Pierce Elementary to engineer clean drinking water for a town in Mexico.
Full-body cast crash testing Published: Feb 16, 2007 Children with medical conditions requiring full-body casting present parents with potentially dangerous transportation options. Researchers are working on a "cure" for the problem.
Open for business Published: Feb 16, 2007 The Kettering Entrepreneur Society (KES), a student organization dedicated to developing and supporting the entrepreneurial talents of students, is now open for business.
Regional office moving to campus Published: Feb 15, 2007 Kettering has partnered with the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center to offer services in Genesee and Lapeer counties in support of intellectual property and patented technology
Kettering launches online research digest Published: Feb 09, 2007 In response to growing interest among Kettering alumni and visitors to the institution's website regarding the desire to learn more about faculty research projects and publications, the University recently developed the Technical Research News Digest website.
Car Seat Campaign Published: Feb 09, 2007 A Kettering crash safety researcher is making engineering relevant while making kids of all sizes safer in cars.
Scholarships seek future CEOs Published: Feb 09, 2007 Admitted students will compete for top scholarships and prizes during six "Prep For Success" programs.
Chilly proposal Published: Feb 02, 2007 Kettering senior Jason Muxlow "engineered" a chilly marriage proposal that melted Molly Doyle's heart.
Cooperative Education Month Published: Feb 02, 2007 Governor Jennifer Granholm has declared February to be Cooperative Education Month in the State of Michigan. At Kettering University it is always Cooperative Education Month.
New donations enhance labs Published: Jan 26, 2007 New donations from MotoTron Inc. and GE Fanuc Automation provide important, state-of-the-art resources for faculty and student research in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Michigan's future Published: Jan 22, 2007 Local Michigan Democratic Representatives launched their vision to strengthen the state's future at a press conference on campus Jan. 22.
All in the family Published: Jan 19, 2007 A Kettering student and two alums make college and co-op a family affair at Cardinal Machine Company.
AIM receives $67,000 Published: Jan 19, 2007 Kettering's Academically Interested Minorities (AIM) program receives three gifts to assist the pre-college program and invest in tomorrow's engineering leadership.
Gearing up globally Published: Jan 12, 2007 With world economies becoming more integrated each day, Kettering's new master's of science degree in Engineering Management prepares students for the global technical environment through advanced business education.
Integrating Chemistry Published: Jan 02, 2007 Two new Chemistry degree programs at Kettering expand academic and professional opportunities for students.
By their fingernails Published: Dec 22, 2006 Most college students hang on by their fingernails, figuratively, at some point in their academic career, but Kettering's Cliffhangers Club does it literally.
Over the bridge Published: Dec 15, 2006 The Chevrolet Avenue bridge was re-opened Monday, Dec. 11, with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony.
Nanobots invade Flint area Published: Dec 15, 2006 Teams of young inventors descended on the Flint area Dec. 15 and 16 to challenge each other in nanobattle.
Crash safety work honored Published: Dec 01, 2006 Nathaniel Dennis was the first to receive a new award from Denton and TASS recognizing student engineering excellence at the Stapp Car Crash Conference.
Hydraulic hybrid engines Published: Dec 01, 2006 Hydraulic hybrid engines may be on the road and saving millions in the near future. A Kettering professor is helping with the EPA research to make it happen.
Graduate options Published: Nov 27, 2006 Kettering to offer graduate-level services in Grand Rapids in 2007
On the chemical runway! Published: Nov 20, 2006 Kettering students are adept in using computer aided design (CAD) resources, but can CAD help them learn more about dynamic interactions and reactions between molecular structures for chemistry?
Kettering leaves its mark Published: Nov 09, 2006 Kettering University students and faculty leave favorable impressions at the 2006 Electrical Manufacturing and Coil Winding Association (EMCWA) annual conference through presentations of research involving fuel cell technologies and other industry-related studies.
Kettering to feature student artists Published: Nov 03, 2006 Kettering University's Humanities Art Gallery Task Force announces a Student Art Show Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 4-6 p.m. in the institution's Humanities Art Gallery, 3rd floor of the Academic Building.
COO praises Kettering grad programs Published: Oct 27, 2006 Helen Zak, chief operating office for Lean Enterprise Institute Inc. (LEI) based in Cambridge, Mass., offers a good grade for the practical and flexible approach of Kettering's graduate offerings.
Best buy! Published: Oct 20, 2006 The national guide, "Barron's Best Buys in College Education," has placed Kettering on a select list of only 247 institutions in the country recognized for quality, affordability and student satisfaction.
International impact Published: Oct 20, 2006 Kettering senior Ricardo Rodriguez of Mexico City, Mexico, engineers a career before graduation that includes significant international assignments for Magna International Inc.
Kettering honors UPS Published: Oct 12, 2006 The 2006 Kettering University West Michigan Co-op Employer of the Year Award was presented to the UPS Michigan district headquarters in Grand Rapids during ceremonies Oct. 12.
Having his cake and eating it, too Published: Oct 06, 2006 A co-op job at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago turns student Sam Perlmutter into a bio-medical researcher with Ph.D. plans.
The curve breaker Published: Sep 29, 2006 Don't let the nick-name fool you - LuLu (Lu) Chen is an academic powerhouse and she's got big plans to bridge the culture gap between China and the U.S.
'Top Dogs' celebrated Published: Sep 25, 2006 A four-team alliance took home the highest honors at the 2006 Kettering Kickoff robotics contest.
Advancing knowledge Published: Sep 22, 2006 Kettering's highest awards for teaching and research were presented Sept. 20 during the all-employee University Conference.
Tank programmers Published: Sep 22, 2006 Students in Dr. Laura Rust's Electrical Engineering capstone class battled it out in a pint-sized competition for points using retrofitted radio-controlled toy tanks.
Crash safety efforts lauded Published: Sep 15, 2006 The name of Dr. Janet Brelin-Fornari and her efforts in Kettering's Crash Safety Center have landed on an elite awards list at Automation Alley.
Event highlights energy technologies Published: Sep 15, 2006 Kettering University hosted a showcase event Friday-Saturday, Sept. 15-16, from 2-4 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday that focused on sustainable energy technologies and served as a precursor to the 2007 Flint area science fair season.
Chemical dispersion project expands Published: Sep 15, 2006 An ongoing research project that examines the dispersion of chemicals into our environment achieves greater success and receives additional funding from the U.S. Defense Authorization Bill for 2006-2007.
SID joins crash staff Published: Sep 08, 2006 Two recent donations to the Crash Safety Center at Kettering, one from Autoliv and one from TRW, will expand research opportunities and enhance bio-engineering education at the University.
TeXas conneXion Published: Sep 08, 2006 Kettering has always drawn students from across the country, but new connections in Texas are creating stronger ties between the Lone Star State and the University.
Math degree and research add up Published: Sep 08, 2006 A 2006 Kettering graduate majoring in Applied Mathematics has been accepted into the Mathematical Sciences Ph.D. program at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
A hybridized world Published: Aug 31, 2006 Ford Motor Co. donated two hybrid SUVs to Kettering for undergraduate teaching and research purposes that focus on hybrid technology and the hybridization of cars and trucks.
Best Midwestern College Published: Aug 25, 2006 "The Princeton Review" has once again declared that Kettering University is a "Best Midwestern College."
Robots roll on Sept. 23 Published: Aug 25, 2006 The 2006 Kettering Kickoff high school robotics competition will open up the new FIRST season with teams from Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and New York.
Kettering professor named to international board Published: Aug 18, 2006 Dr. Greg Davis has been named to the Society of Automotive Engineers International board of directors.
Co-ops for all companies Published: Aug 18, 2006 Mahar Tool Supply of Saginaw, Mich., once considered itself too small to develop a relationship with Kettering University's cooperative education program. But since 2002, Kettering students continue to make significant contributions to the firm.
America's Best Colleges 2007 Published: Aug 18, 2006 Kettering is #1 (Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering), #3 (Mechanical Engineering) and #7 (Electrical and Computer Engineering) in the 2007 "America's Best Colleges Guide."
Fine tuning hunting bows Published: Aug 11, 2006 In researching the performance of hunting bows, a Kettering senior found out a little "who you know" combined with a little "follow your bliss" can take you far.
Professor joins international editorial board Published: Aug 11, 2006 Dr. Brian J. McCartin, professor of Applied Mathematics at Kettering University, has been appointed to the Editorial Board of the new international journal Applied Mathematical Sciences (AMS).
Streamlining Manufacturing Engineering courses Published: Aug 11, 2006 Gibbs and Associates of Moorpark, Calif., and CAM Logic of Oxford, Mich., recently helped Kettering University streamline several Manufacturing Engineering courses by providing GibbsCAM CNC software for use in teaching and research laboratories.
Kamp Kettering Published: Aug 07, 2006 Kettering hosts 54 at this year's pre-college adventure in engineering and the sciences for seventh and eighth grade girls.
AIMing at a brighter future Published: Aug 04, 2006 Students from across the U.S., Jamaica and the Bahamas have come to Kettering to get a taste of Science and Engineering careers in Kettering's award-winning pre college program for minorities.
Formula team goes west Published: Jul 28, 2006 Kettering's Formula SAE race team took their race car to California this year for competition.
Environmental collaboration extends reach Published: Jul 28, 2006 The Kettering Industrial Ecology Team (KIET) extends its work and impact through the development of a new student organization, speaker series, new course, a $50,000 pollution grant, and national conferences and publications.
LITEing the way Published: Jul 21, 2006 Unblocking an "artery" clogged with peanut butter using a syringe, duct tape and balloons was almost as fun as running the crash sled for girls participating in LITE.
Fueling Cool Cities Published: Jul 21, 2006 Kettering is contributing to Flint's "coolness" factor and helping Michigan's economic success.
CPR and bio-engineering Published: Jul 14, 2006 Students in the MECH350 (Fracture lab) expect to learn about anatomy - they just figure its mostly about bones. Last semester they integrated all the bio-systems and became CPR certified too.
A natural fit Published: Jul 14, 2006 Thanks to a $50,000 fellowship from the National Collegiate Inventors & Innovators Alliance (NCIIA)/The Kern Family Foundation, two Kettering faculty members will implement the "e-Kettering Initiative", which will work to develop innovation and entrepreneurial skills among graduates.
Testing organization taps Kettering faculty Published: Jul 14, 2006 The prestigious Advance Placement (AP) Program of the College Board selects two Kettering faculty members to grade AP tests in Computer Science and Chemistry.
Hello 2006 freshmen! Published: Jul 07, 2006 Kettering gets a good look at its future as more than 220 energetic, smart and tech-savvy newcomers charge onto campus to begin 2006-07.
Zero does not equal nothing Published: Jul 07, 2006 Zero Section was such a busy time at Kettering University this year it could have been called the "Git-er-done" section instead.
Engineering some fun for kids Published: Jul 07, 2006 Five days, four teams, 20 sites and countless hand grips - the Engineers Without Borders Group at Kettering sure knows how to kick-start the academic year.
Welcome Robert Simpson Published: Jul 07, 2006 Kettering attracts noted educator Dr. Robert L. Simpson for a one-year appointment as Interim Provost and vice president for Academic Affairs.
Saying good-bye Published: Jun 30, 2006 Vice Presidents John Lorenz and Dave Doherty leave campus after a combined 56 years of service to Kettering University.
Designing better businesses Published: Jun 30, 2006 Charles W. White '68 retires after 17 years of teaching
The President's partner Published: Jun 30, 2006 Angela Liberty is settling in as Kettering's First Lady
Cynthia Niekamp joins Kettering's Board of Trustees Published: Jun 23, 2006 The BorgWarner Inc. vice president is the first woman to represent the company on Kettering's Board.
Nominated to fame Published: Jun 23, 2006 Kettering University is honored to nominate five more alumni to the National Commission for Co-operative Education Hall of Fame.
June 2006 Commencement album Published: Jun 10, 2006 Traffic jams, long distances and saying goodbye to friends all added extra flavor to the June 2006 Commencement ceremony.
Engineering the magic of Disney Published: Jun 02, 2006 Industrial Engineering co-op students Zac Hyde and Patrick Foxworthy help make Disney World run like magic, making the guest experience one to remember.
Peruvian perspective Published: May 26, 2006 How an Engineer found meaning and perspective for her life while giving a little piece of her heart to a boy in Peru.
Gaining global experience Published: May 26, 2006 In today's global market place, companies are increasing efforts to attract and hire engineering and business management graduates with overseas academic and business experience. This is one reason why more and more students are engaging in Kettering University's Study Abroad Program.
Grace Lieblein - On top of her game Published: May 19, 2006 For this GM chief engineer keeping her focus and standing up for her beliefs has added up to professional success.
An engineering degree = a job Published: May 19, 2006 It's a case of supply and demand; there are plenty of jobs in engineering, science and technology and not enough graduates. The U.S. GAO has recommendations to improve the gap but Kettering is already ahead of the curve and then some.
Commencement is June 10 Published: May 12, 2006 Chet Huber '77, president of OnStar Corporation, will offer the commencement address when 300 students graduate June 10 in the Recreation Center.
The future of engineering in the U.S. Published: May 12, 2006 Kettering University, in partnership with the University's student chapter of Eta Kappa Nu, will host a discussion May 25 by Dr. Ralph W. Wyndrum Jr., president of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers-USA, on the future of the engineering.
$160,000 awarded at FIRST Published: May 05, 2006 Kettering awarded eight more FIRST scholarships and welcomed alumni at a reception during the 2006 FIRST championship games in Atlanta.
Leveraging innovation Published: May 04, 2006 Product innovation to create a thriving economy is the theme May 9 when experts will be in Grand Rapids to conduct business at an event co-hosted by Kettering and Grand Rapids Community College
Small but powerful Published: Apr 28, 2006 Recent contributions help support Kettering programs and provide scholarships to students.
Thumbs up Published: Apr 28, 2006 Working with local orthopedists, a Kettering researcher helped test a treatment for the joint most likely to develop osteoarthritis, the uniquely opposable thumb.
Co-op turns 100 Published: Apr 21, 2006 Charles "Boss Ket" Kettering will be inducted into the "Pioneers in Cooperative Education" Hall of Honor on April 24 as the country celebrates the centennial of co-op education.
Making GM go green Published: Apr 21, 2006 A Kettering co-op student was part of the team that turned a GM plant in Flint into a lean green environmental machine.
Gender and ethics in engineering Published: Apr 14, 2006 "Can't get no satisfaction" is not necessarily the top juke box pick for women in engineering. But, does being female in a predominantly male field affect how women feel about their job? Two Kettering researchers surveyed students to find out.
Alumni gather at SAE Published: Apr 11, 2006 Kettering hosted its annual alumni reception in conjunction with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) world exhibition in Detroit.
Korean video crew visits Published: Apr 07, 2006 Getting the scoop on how Kettering integrates professional work experiences with Engineering education.
Elemental absorption Published: Apr 07, 2006 An ongoing research project between Kettering University and a federal contracting corporation yields new results regarding the diffusion of chemical elements into porous materials such as porcelain tile, thus marking yet another important point of success.
State's best coming to Kettering Published: Apr 06, 2006 The 2006 Michigan Science and Engineering Fair is Saturday, April 8, in Kettering's Campus Center
Saying good-bye Published: Mar 31, 2006 Vice President Darryl Sczepanski leaves Kettering after eight years
Going postal for safety-sake Published: Mar 31, 2006 High speed digital video technology allows for some very explosive research projects and enables Dr. Henry Kowalski to help students and companies explore product integrity.
Running with the Bulldogs Published: Mar 31, 2006 Bulldog Days Reunion Weekend, May 20-21, is a chance to renew old friendships and see the future of Engineering up close.
Improving hip replacements Published: Mar 24, 2006 Kettering researchers offer real insight into component wear to help extend the life of hip replacements.
Snow Dogs win second Published: Mar 22, 2006 The Kettering Clean Snowmobile Challenge team put a lot of hard work into their sled and it paid off.
Dual master's degree offered Published: Mar 17, 2006 Kettering and the University of Michigan-Flint signed papers on Tuesday, March 21, to blend Kettering's master's degree in Manufacturing Operations and UMF's MBA.
The matrix - chilled Published: Mar 17, 2006 A Kettering researcher is developing a matrix to make commercial refrigeration units more energy efficient.
Rhapsody Published: Mar 14, 2006 A concert to benefit Harvest House gave the Kettering community a wonderful evening of music from "Dr. Liberty & Friends."
Engineering with purpose Published: Mar 10, 2006 Kettering University students have formed a chapter of Engineers Without Borders USA and have already starting working on a project to benefit children.
Snow Dogs ready to ride Published: Mar 10, 2006 The Kettering SAE Clean Snowmobile team has re-engineered their Polaris sled to run lean, look mean and burn green.
50th Flint science fair is March 10-14 Published: Mar 06, 2006 Some of the region's most talented students in grades 4-12 will compete for $25,000 in prizes during the Flint Area Science Fair this weekend at Kettering.
Managing the harvest Published: Mar 03, 2006 Kettering students Donald Washington and Bryce Vuckovich, helped develop a hand-held device that manages the logistics of rescuing food perishables for Forgotten Harvest.
Pop star crash test Published: Mar 03, 2006 Britney Spears' very public error in judgement inspired crash safety researchers at Kettering University to take an unrestrained look at a crash event.
Faculty and staff cooking Published: Feb 24, 2006 Faculty and staff participated in a cooking competition in Kettering's Sunrise Room this past Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 20-22, an event that by some accounts tripled sales.
Fuel saving gadgets Published: Feb 24, 2006 A Kettering professor has his students test the mettle of some products claiming to improve fuel economy by putting the pedal to the metal.
National Engineers Week Published: Feb 24, 2006 Kettering catapulted into National Engineers Week with an engineering competition for area middle school students, and wrapped up the week with an egg drop competition - all designed to foster interest in engineering among middle and high school-aged students.
Revenge of the Mummy is dream job Published: Feb 17, 2006 Tim Swieter '03 is a "new face" during the celebration of National Engineers Week, Feb. 19-25
The smart car connection Published: Feb 17, 2006 A recent ETAS donation of software and hardware to Kettering helps students use mathematical modeling techniques to develop electronic control systems that will transform the modern vehicle into a smart car.
Making kids safer Published: Feb 17, 2006 Kettering recognized National Child Safety Seat Week with a big donation of infant and child car seats to Safe Kids of Greater Flint.
The Crash Survivors Network Published: Feb 10, 2006 Helping families cope with loss after a motor vehicle crash; a Michigan couple launches a national resource group for families who have been involved in a severe crash.
Leveraging innovation in West Michigan Published: Feb 10, 2006 Grand Rapids Community College and Kettering team up to provide practical information on the changing economy.
BAM! Crash Course in Car Safety Published: Feb 03, 2006 Kettering's Crash Safety Center becomes fully integrated into undergraduate engineering education.
Technology builds muscle Published: Feb 03, 2006 A data acquisition system will help the Kettering sponsored Metal Muscle beef up.
United for a better workforce Published: Feb 02, 2006 Flint's four campuses have joined forces to better prepare a workforce for the knowledge economy
Crash Safety Center benefits SAE race teams Published: Jan 27, 2006 New competition rules for the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Formula student race series offer an opportunity for Kettering's Crash Safety Center to test 2006 stipulations for the benefit of all student teams.
Discover U Published: Jan 27, 2006 Lasers, acoustics and the hairs on a fruit fly's leg were all part of the introduction to Physics and careers in applied science local high school girls experienced Tuesday, Jan. 24, during a Discover U workshop at Kettering University.
Nichols, Walker join Auto Alley Published: Jan 27, 2006 Kettering's outreach efforts into the state's technology community shift into high gear.
Role of Editor challenging Published: Jan 20, 2006 Dr. Ilya Kudish was appointed associate editor for the ASME Journal of Tribology soon after being named an ASME Fellow.
Engineering entrepreneurship Published: Jan 20, 2006 Finding a niche in the small engine market, Kettering grad Kyle Schwulst '02 is poised on the verge of a post production fuel injector boom.
Kettering student chapter wins grant Published: Jan 13, 2006 Kettering University's A-section student chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers won a Chapter Development Grant of $1,000 to support initiatives that focus on membership recruitment and retention.
A gift for life Published: Jan 13, 2006 More Kettering students and young alumni have been identified as potential matches for the National Marrow Donor Registry.
Balancing act Published: Jan 06, 2006 Jeffrey Haladik has had a busy year balancing engineering school with competing on the U.S. Ski Team-D.
Clearing the air Published: Jan 06, 2006 A research contract between Kettering University and a federal contracting corporation provides new details on the dispersion of chemicals, offers insight into the absorption of these elements into our environment and provides new employment opportunities for students and research professionals.
Scoring major crash test points Published: Dec 15, 2005 A side-impact crash test series for a major industry partner ensures a bright future for Kettering University's Crash Safety Center and crash safety curriculum.
Commencement Coverage Published: Dec 10, 2005 At Kettering's Dec. 10 Commencement ceremony, computer pioneer Steve Wozniak received an honorary doctorate degree in Engineering and more than 350 Kettering students earned undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Speakers highlight school's impact Published: Dec 09, 2005 The Undergraduate and Graduate speakers for Commencement tell why they chose Kettering.
Getting kids on their feet Published: Dec 02, 2005 A Kettering professor has been instrumental in making dreams come true for hundreds of handicapped kids and their families.
Building environmental consciousness Published: Nov 24, 2005 A National Science Foundation grant of $100,000 helps Kettering teach students about the importance of remaining environmentally conscious in the engineering and manufacturing process.
Kildee aids fuel cell development in Michigan Published: Nov 23, 2005 Congressman Kildee was instrumental in securing $500,000 for fuel cell research and development through Kettering's Fuel Cell Commercialization Incubator (FCCI).
Analyzing chronic pain Published: Nov 18, 2005 Kettering research continues to explore the use of technologies to unravel the causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome. The newest technology involves decoding the function of the brain by analyzing electroencephalographic (EEG) readings.
3 modern labs coming to ECE Published: Nov 18, 2005 The space may be empty now, but upgraded facilities are coming soon for students in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Sugar & Adrenaline Published: Nov 15, 2005 Mixing loud music, sugar and waaaaaay too much caffeine - WKUF sponsors a battle of the bands.
Commencement set for Dec. 10 Published: Nov 11, 2005 290 undergraduates and 67 master's candidates will graduate as Kettering also honors computer pioneer Steve Wozniak.
Eaton gives another $10,000 Published: Nov 11, 2005 Ongoing donation support fuel cell development efforts.
No meandering in learning Published: Nov 11, 2005 Because of his academic diligence and thirst for learning, Kettering University graduate William Sommerville '05 produced what his co-op advisors describe as a Ph.D. level senior thesis project in just a few short years. The result? Possibly the world's smallest radio.
Employment is 'on the ups' Published: Nov 04, 2005 38 companies and 200 students continue to spark Kettering's highest co-op employment rate in a decade
Beating high gas prices Published: Nov 04, 2005 What gets up to 51 miles to the gallon and smells like doughnuts? Most likely it's one of three Kettering students' re-engineered bio-diesel vehicles running on used bakery oil.
U.S. News & World Report Published: Nov 04, 2005 #1 for the sixth year in a row!! Top Ten for overall ranking!!! Mechanical Engineering in the Top Five nationally!!
Co-op job fair is Nov. 2-4 Published: Oct 28, 2005 Only Kettering co-op students are welcome, but this fall's co-op job fair may be one of the best in years!
Cleaning up diesel emissions Published: Oct 28, 2005 A Kettering University researcher is working to clean up diesel emissions as part of the effort to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil.
ADVICS Published: Oct 21, 2005 The multi-national automotive supplier was on campus to leave its mark.
Windy city reverie Published: Oct 21, 2005 For Kettering seniors William Diamond and Shami Hussain, professional co-op jobs with UPS in Chicago help them envision bright futures in engineering.
Forensic Engineering Published: Oct 14, 2005 Figuring out how something works is easy, Charles White and his Materials Analysis students spend their time doing reverse engineering to figure out why things DON'T work.
Destination Kettering Published: Oct 14, 2005 Increasingly, Kettering students are coming from all parts of the U.S. A mini boom area is western New York state where student and corporate partner numbers are growing.
Steelcase honored Published: Oct 12, 2005 Kettering presents 2005 West Michigan Co-op Employer of the Year Award.
Integrating engineering disciplines Published: Oct 07, 2005 Kettering University advisory panel examines if strengthening the diversity of engineering teams can teach students how to work on multidisciplinary efforts to reduce design and manufacturing time, and ultimately lead to less outsourcing of U.S. production work.
Leading the way Published: Oct 07, 2005 Kettering University has 11 alumnae and trustees in the 100 Leading Women in the North American Automotive Industry.
Recognizing excellence Published: Sep 30, 2005 Kettering University honored three professors with Outstanding Teaching Awards and one receives the Rodes Professorship.
Going with the flow Published: Sep 30, 2005 Researching air flow dynamics is not everyone's idea of a summer vacation, but Kettering graduate student Richard Anderson thought it was great.
Leveraging the strengths of others Published: Sep 30, 2005 Xerox executive Aqua Porter '84 hopes to inspire a new generation of leaders.
Periscope up Published: Sep 23, 2005 Submarines in the Recreation Center pool, soldering irons and laptops scattered on the pool deck - it must be an Electrical Engineering capstone project in process.
Inward look benefits Kettering Business students Published: Sep 23, 2005 Re-accreditation of Kettering University's Business Program helps the institution draw upon its strengths to provide an educational experience that offers several advantages over other programs throughout the U.S.
Team Phoenix wins Kettering Kickoff Published: Sep 19, 2005 An alliance of robotics teams from Saginaw, Pontiac and Allen Park win the 2005 robotics contest.
A young woman with a vision Published: Sep 16, 2005 Ramona Wildgoose will return to the Bahamas hoping to stake her claim to a business empire.
Alaskan upbringing Published: Sep 16, 2005 The Land of the Midnight Sun taught Kettering student Lee Williams to respect nature AND the machines that ensure survival in the wilderness.
Katrina hits home at Kettering Published: Sep 12, 2005 Kettering students and alumni have been directly and indirectly impacted by the hurricane more than 1,100 miles away. Here are some of their stories.
For the birds Published: Sep 01, 2005 Vince Bandurski '64 and his wife, Marilyn, experience empty nest syndrome three times a year.
2005 Kettering Kickoff is Sept. 17 Published: Sep 01, 2005 Tomorrow's engineers will test their skills during the Sixth Annual Kettering Kickoff on Sept. 17, a high school robotics contest.
Developing critical thinkers Published: Sep 01, 2005 Engineering studies at Kettering University teach students important analytical and critical thinking skills for fields outside of Engineering.
The science of clicks and pops Published: Aug 30, 2005 Kettering researchers are using bio-engineering to "listen" to the sounds made by shoulders to develop a new method for diagnosing injuries.
Emerging technology focus of conference Published: Aug 29, 2005 Four Kettering faculty will share their collective supply chain expertise at the Michigan Technology Conference in Detroit Sept. 8.
Opening with a BANG! Published: Aug 26, 2005 The walls are up around the crash sled, the safety glass is in place and the dummies are ready to ride. Kettering's Crash Safety Center officially opened Aug. 25.
Berry nominated as Emerging Leader Published: Aug 26, 2005 Dr. Joel Berry of Kettering is a finalist for the Automation Alley Fifth Annual Awards for technology advancement in Southeast Michigan.
Kettering to impact EIC/EM conference Published: Aug 19, 2005 Seven from Kettering University will present and chair sessions at the 2005 Electrical Insulation Conference/Electrical Manufacturing Expo (EIC/EM) Oct. 23-26, in Indianapolis.
Women of the Year Awards 2005 Published: Aug 19, 2005 Recognizing excellence, Kettering honors six outstanding young women.
America's Best Colleges 2006 Published: Aug 19, 2005 #1 for the sixth year in a row!! Top Ten for overall ranking!!! Mechanical Engineering in the Top Five nationally!!
Hiring outlook encouraging Published: Aug 12, 2005 Kettering attracts 34 employers for Job Fair, as more than 250 students seek new co-op opportunities.
The chance of a lifetime Published: Aug 12, 2005 Bryan Trilli, who graduated in June, interviewed several alumni who are leaders in their fields for a project in Dr. Ben Redekop's LS 489 Senior Seminar: Leadership, Ethics and Contemporary Issues course during the fall 2004 term.
Crash Safety Center opens Aug. 25 Published: Aug 12, 2005 Kettering's one of a kind crash safety curriculum will shift into high gear as the Crash Safety Center opens for business Aug 25.
Jet engines and DNA extraction Published: Aug 04, 2005 Keeping girls interested in science and math long enough to consider them as careers is the focus of Kamp Kettering, a pre-college program for junior high school girls.
Keeping IT on the cutting edge Published: Aug 04, 2005 Technology updates give Kettering students an edge in the job market and so they don't wind up "in some museum."
Engineering in the fast lane Published: Jul 29, 2005 Kettering grad Michael Wheeler '02 found his dream job as a race engineer for Joe Gibbs Racing in the NASCAR circuit.
2005 Kettering Kickoff is Sept. 17 Published: Jul 29, 2005 Tomorrow's engineers will test their skills during the Sixth Annual Kettering Kickoff on Sept. 17, a high school robotics contest.
LITEing the way Published: Jul 29, 2005 Kettering pre-college program for high school girls bridges the gap for young women interested in Engineering and Science careers.
Peace of mind for parents Published: Jul 22, 2005 For one family, Kettering's co-op program made all the difference in the education of their daughter.
Opening doors to the sciences Published: Jul 22, 2005 Kettering's pre-college program introducing junior high girls to Engineering and Science careers receives community support.
The science of clicks and pops Published: Jul 22, 2005 Kettering researchers are using bio-engineering to "listen" to the sounds made by shoulders to develop a new method for diagnosing injuries.
Alumni named to Co-op Hall of Fame Published: Jul 22, 2005 Five Kettering alumni are part of the 2005-06 National Commission for Co-operative Education's Co-op Hall of Fame.
AIMing high Published: Jul 15, 2005 Students from all across the U.S. and the Bahamas have come to campus to participate in Kettering's award-winning pre college program for minorities.
Engineering a new consciousness Published: Jul 15, 2005 Speaker series and multi-disciplinary initiative examine environmental issues in product design and manufacturing to help engineering and business majors understand the importance of remaining environmentally conscious during the product development phase.
Discover U - funding story 2005 Published: Jul 15, 2005 Kettering University and the Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) have partnered to create "Discover U," a new career-oriented series of hands-on workshops in science, math, engineering and technology for girls in grades 10 through 12.
Executives join Board of Trustees Published: Jul 15, 2005 Dell vice president and Citizens CEO join board
Welcome 2005 freshmen Published: Jul 08, 2005 More than 200 freshmen arrived July 7, with 7 percent being valedictorians or salutatorians of their graduating class.
Kettering faculty member receives PE license Published: Jul 08, 2005 Dr. Terri Lynch-Caris, an assistant professor of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering and 1988 graduate of Kettering/GMI who resides in Hartland, Mich., recently earned her professional engineer (PE) licensing.
Professional organization awards $5,000 Published: Jul 08, 2005 Kettering senior Matt Hilgendorf received one of only two national scholarships from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
Welcome President Stan Liberty Published: Jul 05, 2005 Kettering's sixth president joins campus.
A fond farewell Published: Jun 27, 2005 President James E.A. John retires June 30 after 14 years.
Fuel Cell Center opens Published: Jun 18, 2005 Gov. Granholm among the hundreds to tour the new Kettering Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration.
New Fuel Cell Center Opens Published: Jun 18, 2005 Formal ceremonies at Kettering University may have focused on "a fuel cell vision for the future," but the real story in Flint this week was about Dr. K. Joel Berry's courage to dream.
Fuel Cell Center Published: Jun 18, 2005 New Fuel Cell Center dedicated Formal ceremonies at Kettering University may have focused on "a fuel cell vision for the future," but the real story in Flint this week was about Dr. K. Joel Berry's courage to dream.
June 2005 Commencement Album Published: Jun 18, 2005 Friends, families and final goodbyes are all a part of Commencement at Kettering.
New Fuel Cell Center dedicated Published: Jun 15, 2005 Gov. Granholm among the hundreds to tour the new Kettering Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration.
Fuel Cell Center Grand Opening Published: Jun 13, 2005 Kettering's Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration will host a public open house Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. in Flint
NACME awards Kettering $225,000 Published: Jun 13, 2005 A five-year block grant will help Kettering recruit and retain minority students.
It's a small, small, small, small world. Published: Jun 06, 2005 Having an environmental scanning electron microscope (ESEM) on campus has allowed Kettering and industry researchers to "get down" to the subatomic level.
Ford Day Published: Jun 03, 2005 Ford Day brings hot cars and inspiring talk to Kettering University.
Commencement is June 18 Published: Jun 03, 2005 More than 350 graduates will be honored June 18. Honorary degrees will be awarded to retired EDS executive Paul J. Chiapparone and Germany's Karl-Heinz Kammerlohr.
Applied Bioengineering Published: May 24, 2005 Kettering's unique Bioengineering Applications concentration provides career opportunities for graduates that other schools can only hope to offer.
$1 million for international exchange Published: May 16, 2005 A gift from Bob '64 and Marcy Oswald will support international study and research for students and faculty.
Improving engine emissions Published: May 16, 2005 Researchers at Kettering will use a National Science Foundation grant to determine levels of particulate matter emitted by diesel engines, spark ignited engines, jet engines and in hydrogen production, to help manufacturers improve emissions and meet new EPA regulations.
Bulldog reunion Published: May 16, 2005 Alumni Reunion Weekend May 20-22 at Kettering/GMI is filled with old cars, old friends and a lot of good stories. It's also a time to recognize alumni for outstanding professional achievement and dedicated service.
First in Michigan! Published: May 09, 2005 A partnership between Kettering and the Flint Mass Transit Authority will place the state's first fuel cell bus on streets in Flint, Mich.
Kids help Kettering measure up Published: May 06, 2005 Kettering researchers are going where no one has gone before in the realm of crash test safety, by measuring the range of motion in children's necks.
International collaboration Published: May 02, 2005 Visiting Italian graduate student Alberto Zuccollo aids Kettering professor with FlexCAN research project.
Steinbeck bio connects students Published: May 02, 2005 Kettering professor's research on John Steinbeck connects engineering students to contemporary issues.
Concordia and Kettering team up Published: May 02, 2005 Concordia University and Kettering University signed strategic partnership to provide engineering and world-class co-op options to students.
Educational exchange Published: Apr 22, 2005 Kettering will share its expertise in automotive engineering education with Chongqing Jiaotong University in China through an academic agreement.
AIM program wins national award Published: Apr 22, 2005 Kettering's pre-college program Academically Interested Minorities (AIM) won the prestigious NAMEPA Pre-College/Community Award for 2005.
Kettering University promotes ten faculty members Published: Apr 18, 2005 Ten faculty members have been approved for promotion by the Kettering Board of Trustees.
Partnerships key to resolving outsourcing of jobs Published: Apr 11, 2005 Many analysts believe industry-university partnerships similar to Kettering University's relationship with the Electrical Manufacturing and Coil Winding Association could help the U.S. electrical manufacturing industry recover from the loss of jobs overseas.
Recent IT enhancements Published: Apr 07, 2005 The Kettering University Information Technology (IT) Dept. will upgrade two high-end CAD laboratories for the spring 2005 academic term with state-of-the-art computer systems.
Johnson Electric joins Wall of Fame Published: Apr 04, 2005 Representatives of Johnson Electric were on campus to present their company logo for inclusion on the Kettering "Wall of Fame."
Fuel Cell finesse Published: Apr 04, 2005 Serendipity led Seth Lerner from building a Formula race car to building a fuel cell as part of his graduate program at Kettering.
Emerging technologies Published: Mar 30, 2005 What is the educational response to emerging technologies? A conference by Mott Community College and Kettering will discuss that April 6.
Going up! Published: Mar 24, 2005 The dust is flying now - but in a few months all this chaos will become order as the Crash Test Safety Lab takes shape.
NOT the Fast Lane Published: Mar 21, 2005 Who said educational stuff can't be fun too? NOT Kettering's ASME chapter - they hosted a design competition based more on control than speed.
Kettering Snow Dogs place 5th Published: Mar 21, 2005 The Kettering Snow Dogs placed fifth overall in the 2005 SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge at Michigan Technological University.
Kettering names new president Published: Mar 21, 2005 Dr. Stanley R. Liberty of Bradley University joins Kettering as its sixth president July 1.
Kettering to host state science fair Published: Mar 10, 2005 Michigan's youngest scientists will be part of the 2005 Michigan Science and Engineering Fair April 9 in Kettering's Campus Center.
Dr. James Hoopes Published: Mar 10, 2005 Acclaimed business ethics specialist joins Kettering faculty.
Dana Corp. CEO joins trustees Published: Mar 04, 2005 Michael J. Burns '75 is newest member of the Board of Trustees.
Snow Dogs rev up Published: Mar 04, 2005 The Kettering SAE Clean Snowmobile team is working like "dogs" to get their sled ready for the upcoming competition in Houghton, Mich.
Racing with the wind Published: Mar 04, 2005 A degree in engineering doesn't prepare you to be a championship hot air balloon racer, or does it? According to Kettering/GMI grad Al Nels '75, a technical background and an interest in gadgets might just be an advantage in the world of balloon racing.
#1 - DEX State Champions! Published: Feb 25, 2005 Kettering's two chapters of Delta Epsilon Chi have brought home the Michigan Marketing and Management Association's state championship.
Kruisin' Kettering Published: Feb 24, 2005 Area high school students got an up close and personal look at Kettering through a Chamber of Commerce Career exploration day.
Lightning strike! Published: Feb 24, 2005 Students from Carman Ainsworth Junior High School learn about lightning.
FEV joins Walls of Fame Published: Feb 11, 2005 A global engineering services company was on campus Feb. 10 to add their corporate logo to the Kettering "Walls of Fame" in the Great Court.
More co-op partners = more jobs Published: Feb 10, 2005 The number of employer-partners at Kettering is on the rise which means there are more employment opportunities for students.
UPS lures Kettering co-op students with housing Published: Feb 10, 2005 The Metro Philadelphia UPS district provides apartment leases for Kettering co-ops during their cooperative work term.
Student included in international publication Published: Feb 04, 2005 Student Jon Kowalski has been instrumental in implementing Blackboard software at Kettering. He shared his expertise in the Jan. 23 edition of the online publication BbMatters.
Good finish leads to great start Published: Feb 03, 2005 The Kettering Formula SAE team is gearing up for the 2005 season with a lighter vehicle that they hope will drive them into the top 10 at the Silverdome in May.
More co-op partners = more jobs Published: Feb 03, 2005 The number of employer-partners at Kettering is on the rise which means there are more employment opportunities for students.
Eritrean exchange Published: Jan 28, 2005 It's not what you know, it's who you know, and the Eritrean Institute of Technology and Teacher Education is happy to know Kettering Professor Petros Gheresus, Ph.D.
'Crazy legs' awarded new GM scholarship Published: Jan 28, 2005 A Burton, Mich., man is the first recipient of the General Motors Ability Scholarship.
Giant textbook integrates many fields Published: Jan 21, 2005 Kettering professor authors book unlike any other in the electrical engineering industry.
Tylec to lead students Published: Jan 21, 2005 A senior from N. Tonawanda, N.Y., takes oath of office as student body president for A-Section.
Validating computer simulations Published: Jan 21, 2005 A hands-on experimentation lab helps students validate computer simulations of engineered products and prove that time-tested methods are still useful in today's world of technology.
Scandinavian connection Published: Jan 14, 2005 Trade and technology collaboration were the focus of a visit to Kettering by Swedish business leaders and educators.
Kettering student leaders are "firsts" Published: Jan 14, 2005 Two transfer students from Miami-Dade College prepare to take the helm at Kettering when B-Section students return in April. It is the first time two international students have shared the top student leadership positions.
Dr. Subrata Roy Published: Jan 03, 2005 ASME Fellow
"Real world" overlaps into classroom Published: Jan 03, 2005 Broken shredder discs and oil pumps are all part of the lesson in Dr. Echempati's MECH-312 Machine Design class.
Partnering with Kettering University Published: Dec 22, 2004 Co-op employers show their "metal" with new logos on the Corporate Partners Wall on Campus.
Engineering honor society awards top honor Published: Dec 22, 2004 Dr. Alzahabi is named "Professor of Excellence" by Tau Beta Pi
Happy holidays from Kettering University Published: Dec 22, 2004 Kettering University will be closed for the holidays from Dec. 24 through Jan. 2, 2005, to allow employees and students to enjoy time with their families. The campus offices will re-open Jan. 3, 2005.
AIM program is award winning Published: Dec 16, 2004 Kettering's pre-college program for minority students was recognized as "outstanding" by MACRAO.
Kindergarten engineers Published: Dec 10, 2004 "K" week turned into a lesson in basic engineering principles for Kindergarteners at Tomek Elementary School in Fenton when Kettering students showed up to "play."
Donation will "fuel" research Published: Dec 03, 2004 A donation from the Eaton Corporation will underwrite a fuel cell systems research project at Kettering.
'Terrific match' in West Michigan Published: Nov 30, 2004 Kettering can now offer engineering and management options in West Michigan, one of the state's most productive business climates
Two honorary degrees Dec. 3 Published: Nov 19, 2004 Two alumni will receive Honorary Doctor of Engineering degrees during Commencement ceremonies in December.
Commencement set for Dec. 3 Published: Nov 19, 2004 Kettering will honor 328 graduates and hand out two honorary degrees during December graduation ceremonies.
New trustees enhance reach Published: Nov 12, 2004 Five new trustees strengthen Kettering's national prominence
Block by block Published: Nov 05, 2004 Grand Blanc Cement Products contributes to Kettering's Crash Test Safety Lab.
Piece by piece Published: Nov 05, 2004 A donated Malibu chassis proves that sometimes parts are greater value than the sum of their total.
Women of the Year Awards 2004 Published: Oct 29, 2004 Twenty-one outstanding young women were nominated for Woman of the Year 2004 at Kettering University. Stephanie Noel Hanes, of West Branch, Mich., was chosen as the Woman of the Year for A Section, and Karley Ah Khyung Schulz, of Jackson, Mich., was chosen Woman of the Year for B section.
Doing better business with information technology Published: Oct 29, 2004 Kettering's master's of science in Information Technology (MSIT) helps students apply technology to achieve business results for their organizations.
Kudish - ASME Fellow Published: Oct 21, 2004 Dr. Ilya I. Kudish, professor of Mathematics, has been named a 2004 Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), for his work in mathematical modeling of lubricant degradation and materials fatigue.
Play ball! Published: Oct 21, 2004 Physics Professor Dan Russell recently helped bat manufacturers understand the science behind new guidelines established by the softball and baseball amateur governing bodies through a two-day course at Washington State University.
First of its kind Published: Oct 15, 2004 Kettering's crash test curriculum may be first of its kind in country.
Celebrating 85 years Published: Oct 15, 2004 From its beginnings as a trade school to its current status as a world-renown engineering and technology university, Kettering's 85-year history is marked by progressive leadership and innovative changes.
Co-op numbers indicate economic recovery Published: Oct 07, 2004 Co-op employers are hiring more students, with the increase reaching 20 percent higher than years past. The upswing reflects national trends.
SAC makes big contributions Published: Sep 30, 2004 Kettering's Student Alumni Council makes big strides in raising funds for scholarships and the community.
Baseball bat research Published: Sep 24, 2004 Dan Russell's research on the physics of baseball bats earned him an opportunity to present his work at an international conference.
SAC helps dreams come true for kids Published: Sep 24, 2004 Members of Kettering's Student Alumni Council (SAC) presented The Children's Dream Center with a $1,000 check Sept. 16 during the grand opening of the Center's Ballenger Highway facility.
President's Cup Published: Sep 24, 2004 Alumni and friends gathered together Sept. 13 to remember Connie John and her favorite philanthropy - the students. The sun was bright and so, too, the prospects for the Connie John Memorial Scholarship.
Futurliner restored for national tour Published: Sep 17, 2004 150 alumni and friends view GM's 1950s Futurliner, being brought back to life by Kettering/GMI volunteers.
Engineered to music Published: Sep 16, 2004 Kettering/GMI experience paves musical road for Charles Postlewate '62.
Push arrow up for brave, new world Published: Sep 09, 2004 The Cordys collaboration platform has Kettering faculty dreaming of real-time advances for business. Two IMEB faculty members will address an international audience Sept. 16 in the Netherlands.
Poster session and celebration dinner Published: Sep 02, 2004 Poster session and celebration dinner exhibits and honors research activities of Kettering graduate students
Kettering receives grant from TRW Published: Sep 02, 2004 Kettering University recently received a $20,000 grant from TRW Automotive (www.trwauto.com), headquartered in Livonia, Mich., that will help the institution further enhance its crash test safety curriculum.
Goodrich remains TOP DOG Published: Sep 02, 2004 The Goodrich Martians maintained their #1 ranking by sharing top honors with Las Guerrillas (Team 469) from Bloomfield Hills and Techno Gremlins (Team 1227) from Grand Rapids.
Campbell is first female to win Tutt Award Published: Sep 02, 2004 Elizabeth Campbell, associate professor of Communication at Kettering University, wins the school's prestigious Tutt Award.
The Final Frontier - the human brain Published: Sep 02, 2004 In attempting to develop a treatment for fibromyalgia, Jeff Hargrove has entered the last frontier of medicine - the human brain.
#1 for fifth year!! Published: Aug 30, 2004 Kettering is #1 again in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering in the 2005 "America's Best Colleges Guide." Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering are ranked in the Top Ten nationally.
Driver Awareness Program Published: Aug 30, 2004 Driver Awareness Program drives home the importance of safe driving.
Robots on the PGA Tour? Published: Aug 20, 2004 One day, the PGA might see robots playing on the regular tour.
DaimlerChrysler Day Published: Aug 20, 2004 Tom LaSorda, chief operating officer for DaimlerChrysler, was on campus Tuesday, Aug. 17.
Faculty members honored Published: Aug 12, 2004 Ahmad Pourmovahed and Elizabeth Campbell are honored.
LITEing the way to the future Published: Aug 05, 2004 Accident reconstruction and biochemistry will be the topics of the "what I did on my summer vacation" essays for 35 girls this fall.
Driveway by design Published: Aug 05, 2004 Three Kettering students make their mark on curb service.
No more "plug and chug" Published: Aug 05, 2004 Instructional method supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) aids engineering thermodynamics students in solving real life engineering problems.
Kettering to share $7.775 million Published: Jul 29, 2004 The 2005 Defense Appropriations Bill has $7.775 million to support two projects.
Bosch Professorship awarded Published: Jul 29, 2004 Mark G. Thompson, from the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, will nurture Kettering's relationship with the Bosch Corp.
Co-op skills add to Michigan 1st Response Published: Jul 22, 2004 Two co-op students, both eager to learn and willing to work, are adding to the skills at a West Michigan firm that builds customized fire and rescue vehicles.
Student shows off 1910 Reo Published: Jul 15, 2004 It's been in his family for 20 years, and is on its way to the 100th celebration of the Reo Motor Car Company the weekend of July 16-18.
Grant supports engineering program for girls Published: Jul 15, 2004 A pre-college engineering program for junior high school-aged girls got a boost from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.
Alumni named to 2004 Co-op Hall of Fame Published: Jul 15, 2004 Kettering will share in the honors this fall when five more alumni are inducted into the National Commission for Co-operative Education's 2004-05 Co-op Hall of Fame.
Kettering University promotes five faculty Published: Jul 08, 2004 Five faculty are promoted with tenure.
Faculty recognized for excellence Published: Jul 08, 2004 Four Kettering faculty were recognized for scholarly and teaching achievement by students and the Kettering/GMI Alumni Association.
Welcome Freshmen Published: Jul 08, 2004 The first half of the freshman class has arrived on campus. With more than 300 students, A-Section is filling up the residence hall and getting ready for classes to start.
Commencement coverage Published: Jun 21, 2004 It was a perfect day for almost 400 graduates to cap (and gown) off their years at Kettering. More than 2,000 friends and family were on hand to help celebrate their achievement.
Revved up! Published: Jun 10, 2004 Matt Wright '02 returned to campus to discuss his work on high performance cars for Saleen Inc., one of the world's preeminent producers of limited, high performance vehicles.
Dummy gets into Kettering Published: Jun 10, 2004 The latest member of the Crash Test Safety Lab team at Kettering arrived Wednesday, June 9. His name is SpartaKUs, and he will be a key player in crash test safety research at the university.
Funding for fuel cell initiative Published: Jun 10, 2004 Kettering University has made the first cut to receive state funding for development of a fuel cell incubator on campus. The incubator could spur economic development in both Flint and Genesee County.
All systems secure Published: Jun 10, 2004 Kettering researcher develops a new communications architecture and protocol for safety critical systems in automotive applications that will make driving more safe and less costly for car companies.
Effective new therapy for arthritis Published: Jun 03, 2004 Kettering researchers have teamed up with Family Orthopedic Associates to study how long a new arthritis therapy can postpone surgery.
Co-op is win-win for small company Published: Jun 03, 2004 Growing its own engineers through co-op is helping Soroc Products to thrive, while the students get hands-on experience in a growing industry.
Commencement is June 19 Published: May 27, 2004 A member of the Class of '66 will be honored June 19 for helping to modernize the country's railroad system. Dr. John Samuels will receive an honorary degree during ceremonies that will also celebrate 387 graduates.
Projects in Defense Bill Published: May 20, 2004 Kettering has two projects in the National Defense Authorization Act that will be debated by Congress this year.
Co-op job gives taste of real world Published: May 20, 2004 Steve Proper's co-op job at NIOSH had him working in the lab that was testing a popcorn flavoring at the center of a nationwide debate.
Bulldogs + hot cars = Alumni Reunion Weekend Published: May 13, 2004 Honoring alumni achievement and showing off student "rides" are all a part of Alumni Reunion Weekend at Kettering University May 22 and 23.
Delphi donation supports research Published: May 13, 2004 A $100,000 donation from Delphi will help fund fuel cell systems and powertrain integration research at Kettering.
Keeping cool Published: May 06, 2004 A Kettering professor's research into more efficient cold air curtains could add up to big energy savings world wide.
Tony Perona '79: A man of mystery Published: May 06, 2004 Alumnus Tony Perona '79, went from working in engineering to writing mystery novels that have met with success.
Students are international champs Published: Apr 29, 2004 Kettering Students earned four awards at the International Career Development Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
Multidisciplinary approach brings benefits Published: Apr 29, 2004 An initiative by three Kettering female faculty members provides a real-world multidisciplinary approach to problem solving for students majoring in Electrical, Industrial and Mechanical Engineering. The interdisciplinary processes and programs of this initiative will create a well-rounded graduate and help build community between female faculty members at the University.
Investing in the best Published: Apr 22, 2004 Kettering awards $180,000 in scholarships to some of the country's best high school students during the FIRST championship in Atlanta.
FIRST friends gather in Atlanta Published: Apr 22, 2004 Kettering had a number of alumni and friends participating at last week's 2004 FIRST Robotics International Championships, hosted at the George Dome in Atlanta.
Researching academic dishonesty Published: Apr 15, 2004 Researchers take an honest look at academic dishonesty among engineering undergrads at a number of universities.
IT improvements add up Published: Apr 15, 2004 Nine months worth of IT changes have added up to big technology improvements for Kettering students.
Girls get a jump on the future Published: Apr 08, 2004 Kettering's pre-college programs for girls in junior and senior high school give girls a jump on their future and a taste of engineering careers.
Alumnus races toward new opportunity Published: Apr 08, 2004 Alumnus trades race car driving for designing the new supercharged GT road car.
Total Design becomes a reality Published: Apr 01, 2004 A ten-year investment by the Hougen Foundation results in a state-of-the-art "Total Design Studio" allowing Kettering students to take their ideas from concept to completion.
SAE Design Studio newly equipped Published: Apr 01, 2004 New equipment will give Kettering racing teams a boost this spring as they prepare for the upcoming SAE competitions.
Kettering president announces retirement Published: Apr 01, 2004 After 13 years of distinguished service, Kettering President James John has announced his plans to retire.
New endowment fund buys bones Published: Mar 26, 2004 Bioengineering students will get a chance to "bone-up" on how their work fits into real world problems, with a little help from Susan K. Smith.
UPS donation supports scholarships Published: Mar 26, 2004 A UPS donation will provide money for 12 scholarships and support pre-college outreach programs.
Kettering President James John to retire Published: Mar 18, 2004 After 13 years of distinguished service, Kettering President James John has announced his plans to retire.
Snowdogs looking for Clean Snow win Published: Mar 12, 2004 The Kettering Snowdogs Clean Snowmobile Challenge team is headed north with a new engine, more power and less noise - and they're ready to ride.
Stepping up in Oakland County Published: Mar 04, 2004 A new strategic partnership agreement pairs Kettering with Oakland Community College.
The road not taken Published: Feb 24, 2004 For Robin Vacha '98, a period of service overseas for the Peace Corps has helped him craft a personal and professional life enriched by experiences that have brought him full circle to where he began his career.
The Peace Corps brings a '98 grad full circle Published: Feb 20, 2004 For Robin Vacha '98, a period of service overseas for the Peace Corps has helped him craft a personal and professional life enriched by experiences that have brought him full circle to where he began his career.
Engineering better surgical techniques for a common sports injury Published: Feb 13, 2004 Football players and female athletes will jump for joy when researchers at Kettering University and McLaren Regional Medical Center complete their experiments into improving Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) surgery.
Takata invests in Kettering Published: Feb 10, 2004 The worldwide auto safety systems supplier invests in its own future by investing in Kettering today. A symbiotic relationship has developed between the corporation and Kettering facilitating cutting edge research.
The 1979 union reunion Published: Feb 06, 2004 For 19 couples who graduated in 1979, Kettering/GMI was more than just a school where one might earn a top-flight engineering or business management degree. For these people, it was the place where they also found their soul mate.
Leadership Fellows named Published: Feb 05, 2004 The third class of Leaders Endowment Fellows was announced during Convocation ceremonies recently conducted at Kettering.
From Kiev to Kettering Published: Feb 03, 2004 Yuri Sikorski, assistant professor of Applied Physics, joined Kettering's Science and Mathematics Dept. in January.
$1.8 million jumpstarts fuel cell research Published: Jan 29, 2004 $1.8 million to fund fuel cell research
Grad Center opens in Port Huron Published: Jan 28, 2004 More than 50 business and education leaders participated when ceremonies unveiled the new Port Huron Graduate Center Wednesday, Jan. 21. The Graduate Center is an alliance between Kettering and St. Clair County Community College (SC4) and will now provide graduate and continuing education opportunities in engineering and business for the Port Huron and Thumb Area.
$1.8 million jumpstarts fuel cell research Published: Jan 28, 2004 $1.8 million to fund fuel cell research
Grad Center opens in Port Huron Published: Jan 23, 2004 More than 50 business and education leaders participated when ceremonies unveiled the new Port Huron Graduate Center Wednesday, Jan. 21. The Graduate Center is an alliance between Kettering and St. Clair County Community College (SC4) and will now provide graduate and continuing education opportunities in engineering and business for the Port Huron and Thumb Area.
TRW supports crash lab Published: Jan 21, 2004 A chance meeting resulted in a $12,500 donation to Kettering University to support development of a Crash Test Safety lab on campus.
Mervyn's $800 gift Published: Jan 14, 2004 Kettering's efforts to show high school girls the variety of careers in engineering and the sciences have received an assist from Mervyn's department store at the Genesee Valley Mall in Flint. Edith Withey, Kettering's associate dean of Student Affairs, accepted an $800 check to benefit Kettering's 21st Century Woman program during a ceremony at the mall Jan. 13.
Symbiotic relationship is beneficial to both Published: Jan 12, 2004 Large corporations regularly invest in their own future. Takata, supplier of a broad range of passenger and driver safety systems and devices, recently increased its investment in Kettering University's and its own future with multiple donations to the school, including financial support and equipment.
Revisiting the engineering elite Published: Jan 05, 2004 The Nobel Prize, Pulitzer Prize, the President's National Medal of Science. For most Americans, these prestigious awards do not require explanation. But there is one award most people are unaware of, and it's an honor engineers throughout the country often dream of winning: The John Fritz Medal.
Takata Donation to aid Bio-Medical Research Published: Dec 17, 2003 A recent donation by Takata, a supplier of passenger and driver safety systems and devices, will help Kettering faculty and students conduct bio-mechanical research on campus.
Tractors With Hemi's Published: Dec 16, 2003 Kettering University was invaded by monster-sized tractors on Friday, Dec. 12. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) student chapter at Kettering invited the giant pulling tractors to campus to show off their mechanical might.
Bulldog Days were filled with golf, classic cars and Corvettes Published: Dec 12, 2003 Although the weather on Saturday, May 31 was chilly and wet during Kettering University's Bulldog Days: Alumni Reunion Weekend 2003, organizers were still pleased with the turnout of hundreds of alumni who came back to campus to revisit the school that gave them their start in their careers.
Kettering goes wireless Published: Dec 08, 2003 Kettering University now has forty eight percent wireless capability at selected sites on campus.
'03 Grad Wins SAE Award Published: Dec 04, 2003 Jeremy Taylor '03, has been named this year's 2003 recipient of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Rumbaugh Outstanding Student Leader Award. He will accept the award in March at the SAE World Congress in Detroit. As part of the award, Taylor will receive a free SAE lifetime membership and a monetary stipend.
'03 grad wins SAE award Published: Dec 01, 2003 Jeremy Taylor '03, has been named this year's 2003 recipient of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Rumbaugh Outstanding Student Leader Award. He will accept the award in March at the SAE World Congress in Detroit. As part of the award, Taylor will receive a free SAE lifetime membership and a monetary stipend.
Commencement is Dec. 5 Published: Dec 01, 2003 Friday, Dec. 5, is one of Kettering's biggest days of the year -- commencement!!
A happy holiday to all ... Published: Nov 26, 2003 Kettering University will celebrate Thanksgiving 2003 by closing its offices and canceling classes on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, to allow our faculty, staff and students to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Classes resume and offices reopen on Monday, Dec. 1.
New building open house Published: Nov 24, 2003 The boxes are unpacked and the labs are in use! To celebrate the newest academic building on Kettering's campus in 70 years, the university is hosting an open house for faculty and staff from 3 to 4 p.m. and for the greater Flint community from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Takata donation to aid bio-mechanical research Published: Nov 17, 2003 A recent donation by Takata, a supplier of passenger and driver safety systems and devices, will help Kettering faculty and students conduct bio-mechanical research on campus.
Lorenz leads ABET Published: Nov 13, 2003 ABET Inc., the recognized accrediting body for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and technology, installed its new officers Nov. 1 at the biannual meeting of its Board of Directors in Minneapolis, Minn.
Commencement, Dec. 5 Published: Nov 13, 2003 Friday, Dec. 5, is one of Kettering's biggest days of the year -- commencement!!
Kettering In The News Published: Nov 04, 2003 Kettering is averaging 100 media hits a month (newspaper, radio and TV) as the faculty and staff engage the new Strategic Plan that will help the University distinguish its national and international reputation.
Kettering's support of community Published: Oct 31, 2003 Six years ago, Dave Doherty, Kettering's vice president of International and Governmental Activities and an individual strongly committed to the concept of community education, believed that the University had a unique opportunity to enhance the already established community education program established as a base of operations at the neighboring DTM community school.
Splendor through the skies Published: Oct 28, 2003 '89 grad helps us shoot for the horizon?
Cascade Engineering honored Published: Oct 24, 2003 Cascade Engineering, Inc., a world leader in engineered plastic systems and components, received the 2003 Kettering West Michigan Co-op Education Employer of the Year Award during ceremonies and a reception Oct. 21 in Grand Rapids.
Event to explore the next 'big thing' in fuel cell technology Published: Oct 10, 2003 As a means of increasing public awareness of fuel cells, Kettering's research into this important area and the positive impact this technology may have on our lives, the University's Library will offer a free two-day event titled "The Next Big Thing: Fuel Cell Technology."
New web site explores alternative fuel Published: Oct 07, 2003 Kettering University researchers have learned a lot about the practical applications of alternative fuels - specifically ethanol-blended fuel - and they are willing to share that knowledge in cyberspace.
Kettering grad first student to earn Ph.D. in fuel cells Published: Sep 26, 2003 Timothy C. Simmons Jr., a student who earned a master's degree with a concentration in fuel cells from Kettering in 1998, successfully defended his Ph.D. dissertation in August at the University of Florida, Gainesville.
Fewer moving parts is the key to better engines Published: Sep 22, 2003 Three recent innovations in combustion engine technology have been combined into one amazingly simple new engine design.
Two dozen robotics teams to compete Sept. 20 Published: Sep 18, 2003 Robots will roll during the Fourth Annual Kettering Kickoff on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Kettering's Connie and Jim John Recreation Center.
Women of the Year Published: Sep 08, 2003 Two outstanding young women, Kimberly Renee Brantley, of Orangeburg, S.C., and Jamie Lynn Taylor, of Bullhead City, Ariz., have been chosen Woman of the Year for A and B sections, respectively, at Kettering University.
Equipment allows study of artificial hip replacement components Published: Sep 05, 2003 Kettering researcher Trevor Harding isn't afraid of taking a hip check.
Kettering alums named to NCCE Co-Op Hall of Fame Published: Sep 02, 2003 For most people who read "People" magazine and "Esquire," the individuals nominated by Kettering President James E.A. John for the National Commission for Cooperative Education (NCCE) 2003 Co-Op Hall of Fame are relatively unknown, yet their contributions to U.S. industry have helped shaped the fields in which they work and touched the lives of millions of people throughout the country.
McCarthy receives medal Published: Aug 25, 2003 McCarthy was caught completely by surprise when the award letter arrived.
A Kettering University degree = jobs! Published: Aug 25, 2003 The distinction of a Kettering University education - and the ability for Kettering graduates to land top-rated jobs - just received several national recognitions.
Coveted Medal of Honor presented to Neil McCarthy '65 Published: Aug 22, 2003 McCarthy was caught completely by surprise when the award letter arrived.
Engineering better medicine - one bead at a time Published: Aug 08, 2003 Medical doctors at McLaren Regional Medical Center and mechanical engineers at Kettering University have teamed-up to improve medical care for patients with massive soft tissue injuries to skin and muscle tissue, and persistent joint infections.
Alumna's valuable advice Published: Aug 08, 2003 Denise (Glover) Gray '86, director for Software Engineering Electronic Integration and Software for General Motors Powertrain, gave the keynote address at the AIM graduation banquet Aug. 7.
Job fair matches businesses with young talent Published: Aug 04, 2003 It's only for Kettering University students, but the 2003 National Cooperative Education Employment Fair opens hiring doors for tomorrow's business and industry leaders.
Four faculty honored Published: Jul 18, 2003 Three faculty were awarded the Kettering/GMI Alumni Outstanding Teaching award and one was honored with the Rodes Professorship during June Commencement at Kettering University.
And Kettering begins again Published: Jul 10, 2003 Ah, freshman year! New-found independence, academic challenges -- a fresh start to the real world. That's especially true for the 230 entering students who began their college careers at Kettering during Orientation, July 10-13.
Webinars replace seminars Published: Jul 07, 2003 The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is responding to customer requests for Professional Development Seminars direct to the desktop.
Facts about Graduation Published: Jun 23, 2003 Information about Graduation and graduates
Families and friends of 423 graduates fill the Recreation Center Published: Jun 23, 2003 Kettering hosted Commencement ceremonies for 423 graduates at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, in the Connie and Jim John Recreation Center.
Commencement is close! Published: Jun 16, 2003 Saturday, June 21, is Kettering's biggest day of the year -- spring commencement!
Kettering honors pioneer of auto industry and philanthropist Published: Jun 12, 2003 They're together again -- C.S. Mott and "Boss Ket."
Bulldog Days were filled with golf, classic cars and Corvettes Published: Jun 10, 2003 Although the weather on Saturday, May 31 was chilly and wet during Kettering University's Bulldog Days: Alumni Reunion Weekend 2003, organizers were still pleased with the turnout of hundreds of alumni who came back to campus to revisit the school that gave them their start in their careers.
Bulldog Days Alumni Awards Published: Jun 05, 2003 The Kettering University Alumni Association recognized nine alumni and one long-term faculty member for professional achievement, service and human relations during the Kettering Bulldog Days Alumni Reunion weekend May 30 to June 1.
$100,000 fuel cell funds Published: Jun 02, 2003 Kettering University is one of only four institutions in Michigan to benefit from educational grants from NextEnergy, a non-profitcorporation in Detroit. Kettering will receive $100,000 to further its fuel cell and alternative energy efforts.
An early introduction to engineering brings girls back for more Published: May 29, 2003 Career paths aren't always set in stone by junior high, or even high school, but for many girls that age, opportunities dwindle rapidly as they drop out of advanced math and science classes.
Mobile commerce conference attracting global audience Published: May 23, 2003 Sanju Patro is pleased with the international interest in the high-tech conference that Kettering will host this fall called University Synergy Program (USP) 2003.
Nationally recognized experts join fuel cell advisory board Published: May 16, 2003 Kettering's new Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration recently welcomed two nationally recognized automotive and alternative fuel experts to the Center's Executive Advisory Board.
$395,000 NSF grant yields opportunities Published: May 09, 2003 The Fish Bowl, a phrase affectionately used by students and faculty to describe a first floor classroom in Kettering's Academic Building, was packed with students and administrators.
Bulldog Days combine golf and reminiscing Published: May 02, 2003 Old friends, classic cars and 18 holes of golf -- what more could a Kettering/GMI alum ask for?
The physics of the elusive "sweet spot" unraveled Published: Apr 25, 2003 Just what makes the "sweet spot" sweet is the focus of Dr. Dan Russell's seminal research into the physics of composite baseball and softball bats.
Kettering's pre-college programs gearing up for summer Published: Apr 23, 2003 Getting a jump on summer, Kettering University's four pre-college programs, Academically Interested Minorities (AIM), Lives Improve Through Engineering (LITE), Kamp Kettering and 21st Century Woman, are currently taking applications.
Master's degree offered in India through NetLink Published: Apr 21, 2003 NetLink Software Group is working with Kettering's Office of Graduate Studies to offer the master's of science degree in Manufacturing Operations (MSMO) for students in India, which could help foster better relations between the two countries.
Chartering success: The happy bus ride of John Nasi 64 Published: Apr 11, 2003 Although he doesn't consider himself a risk taker, John Nasi '64 went from being a kid who didn't like his first bus ride to helping modernize the bus industry.
Breath analysis may provide clues to what ails you Published: Apr 04, 2003 The eyes may be the window to the soul, but your breath could soon be the window to your over-all health.
FIRST moves to Texas Published: Mar 28, 2003 Kettering University, along with some of the country's finest companies, has geared up for another national championship of FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology).
Hines family Published: Mar 27, 2003 Jared Hines, 22, stands out as a non-traditional undergrad.
Three nominated as Kettering's "Women of Achievement" Published: Mar 21, 2003 Three Kettering University employees will be honored at the YWCA of Greater Flint "Women of Achievement" awards ceremony March 25, at Whiting Auditorium in Flint.
Students heat up new ideas for West Coast wax company Published: Mar 20, 2003 Eight students, split into two teams, provided alternatives for the Calwax Corp. of Irwindale, Calif.
Pre-college programs taking applications Published: Mar 19, 2003 Getting a jump on summer, Kettering University's four pre-college programs, Academically Interested Minorities (AIM), Lives Improve Through Engineering (LITE), Kamp Kettering and 21st Century Woman, are currently taking applications.
The Snow Dogs will defend their title at the Clean Snowmobile Challenge Published: Mar 14, 2003 The Snow Dogs are preparing to defend their first-place title at the Clean Snowmobile Challenge March 19 through 23, at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Mich.
Kettering lab to become international model Published: Mar 14, 2003 A new laboratory and course at Kettering helps students and faculty design and experiment with the next generation of automotive electronic technology, particularly hybrid/electric and electric vehicles.
Fuel Cell collaborative Published: Mar 12, 2003 Kettering University and ANUVU, Incorporated, the parent company of ANUVU Fuel Cell Products, Inc. of Sacramento,Calif., will jointly develop and promote fuel cell technologies for the transportation industry.
Research reveals nano particle potential Published: Mar 07, 2003 A new understanding of the structure of nano particles proves the old adage that "good things come in small packages."
State grant fuels ethanol research site Published: Feb 28, 2003 $3,840 to Kettering University for bio-fuel education projects.
Kettering & SAE offer certificate in Automotive Systems Published: Feb 28, 2003 Not Available
Two receive Sigma Chi memorial scholarship Published: Feb 28, 2003 Andrew Wilson ('05) and Alexander Burtch ('07) have been named the 2002 Sigma Chi-Kettering University Memorial Scholarship recipients for B-Section, by the Sigma Chi Fraternity, Zeta Theta Chapter of Flushing.
Mourning a gracious lady Published: Feb 21, 2003 Mrs. Virginia W. Kettering, one of our University's most important benefactors and friends, is being remembered at KetteringUniversity after her passing Feb. 17 in Dayton, Ohio.
NCCE inducts five alumni into first national hall of fame Published: Feb 14, 2003 Recently, the National Commission of Cooperative Education (NCCE) initiated a new hall of fame, one that recognizes and honors those individuals who graduated from cooperative education programs and went on to become outstanding leaders in business and industry.
Freshman adjusting to life in the U.S. Published: Feb 12, 2003 He comes to Kettering from India, choosing the University from halfway around the world because of its opportunities in professional co-op.
Faculty and students part of National Engineer's Week banquet Published: Feb 07, 2003 The mid-Michigan chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers will host the 2003 National Engineer's Week Annual Banquet Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Mich.
Building technical talent in the Blue Water Area Published: Feb 06, 2003 St. Clair County Community College (SC4) in Port Huron and Kettering signed a strategic partnership agreement Wednesday,Feb. 5, that makes earning a bachelor's degree in engineering, the physical sciences, computer science or management a little easier for local students.
14 teams sign on for clean snowmobile challenge Published: Jan 31, 2003 Kettering University will defend its national title in March when the 2003 Society of Automotive Engineers' Clean Snowmobile Challenge moves to Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Mich.
Leaders Endowment names new class Published: Jan 24, 2003 The second class of Leaders Endowment Fellows was announced Jan. 22 during Convocation ceremonies at Kettering University.
Women's history lecture Published: Jan 24, 2003 Betsy Homsher, director of Women Student Affairs at Kettering, will lecture on the history of women in engineering Tuesday, March 11, at 12:15 p.m. in the Women's Resource Center on the second floor of the Campus Center.
SAE Congress Published: Jan 24, 2003 Close to 100 Kettering alumni and friends gathered at the Detroit Athletic Club March 4 during SAE World Congress.
Kettering inherits a piece of a legend Published: Jan 17, 2003 Today, the Kettering University Scharchburg Archives is pleased to take possession of the papers and personal correspondence of Dolza, which provide a historical perspective of his life and career following his distinguished service to GM and the Corvette.
Co-op student helps finalize logo Published: Jan 17, 2003 Can a mechanical engineer become a "pseudo" graphic designer without changing majors?
Philip Martens named trustee Published: Jan 14, 2003 Kettering University recently appointed Philip R. Martens to the University's board of trustees for a three-year term.
Cooperation agreement opens door Published: Jan 14, 2003 Kettering President James E.A. John has signed an Academic Cooperative Agreement between Kettering University and Jilin University in the People's Republic of China.
The favor of family history Published: Jan 14, 2003 Cindy Nguyen's '02 dream-and indeed the dream her parents had some 23 years ago-is one that could potentially help thousands of individuals throughout the world.
$876,000 strengthens tooling and manufacturing Published: Jan 07, 2003 An $876,000 investment in one of Kettering University's state-of-the-art labs will provide software and training to further secure the University's status as one of the top automotive, mechanical and manufacturing specialty programs in the country.
Alumnus is unintentional pioneer Published: Jan 07, 2003 The result was completely accidental. Looking back almost 50 years, Kettering/GMI alumnus Art McDonald '33 still sounds astonished when describing how a finger tube flexing pump his company produced in the 1950s was the difference between life and death for people with heart problems.
Building synergy in Flint Published: Dec 18, 2002 Mott Community College and Kettering University signed a strategic partnership agreement Tuesday, Dec. 17, that strengthens the working relationship between the two Flint institutions and provides more pathways for students to have access to engineering and technical careers.
Thanks, Armen Published: Dec 13, 2002 It was a special day for Armen Oumedian '49 as two of his Oumedian Scholars graduated from Kettering Dec. 6.
Teaching the teachers Published: Dec 13, 2002 Dr. Cynthia Finelli, director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at (CETL), has been named the Richard L.Terrell Professor for Excellence in Teaching at Kettering University.
Sobey Scholars and President's medalists named Published: Dec 04, 2002 Kettering will honor Sobey Scholars and President's Medal winners during ceremonies Dec. 5 -- presenting some of the most prestigious awards to students at the University.
Bob Lutz revs up students Published: Dec 02, 2002 Bob Lutz, chairman of General Motors North America and vice chairman of Product Development for the automaker, encouraged students to be passionate about their work and not hesitate to challenge the status quo.
No NOx: water and fuel mix well Published: Dec 02, 2002 Kettering University fired up a SR30 gas turbine jet engine last week looking for better emissions from commercial jet engines.
FANUC Robotics contributes state-of-the-art resources Published: Nov 22, 2002 FANUC Robotics North America Inc. of Rochester Hills, Mich., recently contributed virtual robotics simulation software and four robots with embedded Internet cards valued at approximately $242,000 to Kettering University's Manufacturing Engineering laboratories.
Continuing Education: new ways to customize profits Published: Nov 15, 2002 Kettering's Continuing Education (CE) program deepens the school's relationship with business and industry while educating technical and managerial professionals on the latest developments in technology, methods and programs.
Open house attracts many visitors and volunteers Published: Nov 13, 2002 People are calling it one of the best "Discover Kettering" open houses in recent history. Kettering's fall open house attracted the kind of numbers that makes hearts beat a little faster around campus.
Robinson's reach is international Published: Nov 13, 2002 Dr. Milton Robinson continues to spread the word about Kettering across international waters.
Kettering Kudos Published: Nov 13, 2002 Kudos to two Kettering professors
ME student wins national motorcycle championship Published: Nov 08, 2002 Kettering Mechanical Engineering student Andy Weiss had no idea his co-op experience at Delphi Corporation would eventually lead to a national motorcycle championship this past October. But it did.
Kettering to host international technology conference Published: Nov 01, 2002 Kettering University has been selected to host the 2003 University Synergy Program (USP) International Conference.
Classes and labs go on in the C-zone Published: Nov 01, 2002 Amid the construction at Kettering's new Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry Center, labs and classes are ongoing in the completed portion of the new state-of-the-art academic building.
Students charged up for opportunity Published: Oct 25, 2002 Professor's relationship with national association creates professional opportunity and scholarship support for Kettering students
Wanted: more women students! Published: Oct 24, 2002 Kettering's new director of Women Student Affairs knows there's no skirting her biggest challenge: Kettering needs more women students!
From salvage to state-of-the-art: new controls lab opens Published: Oct 18, 2002 A trip to the dumpster turned into the first step in developing a state of the art electronic controls laboratory at Kettering University.
New Zealand expert to report on "Electric Vehicle Research Down Under" Published: Oct 17, 2002 Dr. Simon Round, from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, will report on research ongoing on electric vehicles in his part of the world, Wed. Oct. 23, from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. in Kettering's Academic Building, Room 1-817.
Detroit alumni chapter's 38th annual dinner meets with success Published: Oct 11, 2002 More than 100 alumni and guests attended the 38th annual Detroit chapter dinner of the Kettering/GMI Alumni Association Oct. 8 at the Southfield Manor in Southfield, Mich.
Kettering wins $95,000 grant from the State of Michigan to help increase retention of minority students Published: Oct 11, 2002 It's tough to build on a successful program focused on the retention of minority students, especially one that leads the state in retention rates among all colleges and universities.
Grand Rapids reception to 'complement the engineering base of West Michigan' Published: Oct 11, 2002 Armen Oumedian '49 is very fond of both his alma mater and his home among the scenic hills of West Michigan.
Kettering faculty and students present new research at national industry conference Published: Oct 10, 2002 A contingent of faculty and students from Kettering University will give technical presentations regarding their research efforts at the 2002 Electrical Manufacturing & Coil Winding Exposition (EMCWA) Oct. 14-17 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Canada's General Hydrogen partners with Kettering's Published: Oct 04, 2002 Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration General Hydrogen Corp. has announced a partnership with Kettering University's Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration to support the construction of a Michigan-based hydrogen fuel workforce.
Unglamorous solder is the foundation for all appliances Published: Sep 27, 2002 Working in what was once described to him as the "proctology of Electrical Engineering," Mark Palmer, of Kettering, is making researching solder alloys a lot sexier than it used to be.
Kettering appoints two new members to the University Board of Trustees Published: Sep 27, 2002 Kettering University recently appointed two distinguished business leaders to three-year terms with the institution's board of trustees.
Freshman Engineering 100 project tweaks revolutionary Segway Human Transporter design Published: Sep 24, 2002 Judson Singer, lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Kettering, likes to give students in his Engineering Design Communication class real world problems to work on.
Fuel cell experts to discuss initiatives Published: Sep 16, 2002 Dr. Geoffrey Ballard and General Hydrogen executive staff will be on campus Monday, Sept. 23, to tour campus, meet with students and discuss initiatives between General Hydrogen and Kettering University.
African American alumni meet Sept. 21 Published: Sep 16, 2002 The Black Unity Congress (BUC) and the Office of Alumni Affairs present an African-American Alumni Career Forum Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m. - noon in Kettering's Campus Center, Room A.
Faculty take it on the chin to relieve student stress Published: Sep 16, 2002 The Kettering chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers hosted a "Throw a pie at a professor" event Friday, Sept. 20.
MOVING UP! Kettering is highly ranked in 2003 'America's Best Colleges Published: Sep 13, 2002 #1 and holding, again! Kettering University's Industrial/Manufacturing Programs maintained its #1 ranking in the United States in the new U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges Guide."
IEEE-USA president offer lectures Sept. 10 and Oct. 9. Published: Sep 06, 2002 The next generation of computer and electrical engineers will need to know as much about public policy and the impact of their work on people as electrons.
Understanding the human dimension of corporate success Published: Aug 29, 2002 In the age of Enron, the Global Sullivan Principles workshops Aug. 28 and Sept. 4 at Kettering teach students how to support economic, social and political justice among employees as a way of ensuring company success.
Chair to focus on applied research initiatives Published: Aug 23, 2002 Kettering University has named K. Joel Berry, P.E., professor of Mechanical Engineering and department head, to the Eugene W. Kettering Chair of Power Engineering.
O'Neal talks of success at AIM banquet Published: Aug 19, 2002 Rodney O'Neal '76 really only had one reason for filling out his college application to General Motors Institute (Kettering University) back in the 1960s - he wanted his guidance counselor to stop asking him about it.
Faculty emeritus Published: Aug 16, 2002 President James E.A. John presided Aug. 15 when he hosted a reception and dinner to honor the University's newest emeritus professors.
Kettering shines new LITE on careers for women Published: Aug 16, 2002 Getting a cast put on an arm is not normally a fun activity, but for 35 young women in the Kettering Orthopaedics Laboratory at Flint's McLaren Hospital last week, it was a blast.
Kettering consultant honored with Rotary International award Published: Aug 09, 2002 Dr. Milton Robinson is not a man consumed by the highlights of his accomplished career.
Kenya Ayers went back to her alma mater to inspire future engineers Published: Aug 09, 2002 Kenya Ayers, associate vice president of Academic Services, recently traveled back to her alma mater and former employer, the University of Michigan, to give a motivational address to students in the Summer Engineering Academy at the university.
Fuel cell center at Kettering begins road to reality Published: Aug 08, 2002 Like ordinary American citizens, researchers at Kettering University have cast a weary eye at sources of foreign oil due to the volatile conditions our economy experiences with increases in gas prices.
On the list: Kaplan cites "Best Career Services" Published: Aug 02, 2002 Kettering University has been named one of the 320 most interesting colleges in the U.S.
New opportunities await on high-speed network Published: Jul 25, 2002 Kettering computer users, start your engines!
David Lester, of Kodak, is Kettering's newest trustee Published: Jul 19, 2002 David Lester, Human Resource director for Kodak's Consumer Imaging Business in North America, has been named to a three-year term on the Kettering University Board of Trustees.
Kettering's 2002-03 school year is off and rolling Published: Jul 15, 2002 An energetic and smart group of more than 200 freshmen stormed onto campus over the weekend to help Kettering begin its 2002-03 school year Monday, July 15.
Outstanding Teaching Awards and Rodes Professorship presented Published: Jul 12, 2002 Kettering University's Alumni Association honored four faculty members with Outstanding Teaching Awards and the Rodes Professorship during Commencement ceremonies June 15.
Cindy Liss is a cut above Published: Jul 12, 2002 A Kettering student has donated 15 inches of curly brown hair to Locks of Love, an organization that creates wigs for cancer victims.
Class integration represents historical first at Kettering. Published: Jul 10, 2002 Kettering Professors Lucy King and Jackie El-Sayed are not history buffs, but the integration of their classes made history at Kettering spring term.
Fibromyalgia trial set Aug. 1 Published: Jul 10, 2002 Applications for the Fibromyalgia Treatment Clinical Trial at McLaren Regional Medical Center, in conjunction with Kettering University, will be accepted until Aug. 1.
EDS gift provides latest technology network for Kettering's new Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry Center Published: Jul 10, 2002 A $300,000 contribution from EDS is helping to provide the latest technology network for Kettering University's new $42 million Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry Center.
Seamless transfers connect Kettering and Miami-Dade Community College Published: Jun 07, 2002 Signed, seal and delivered. Kettering and Miami-Dade Community College (M-DCC) signed an agreement in Florida to make the transfer of academic credits easy and efficient.
Application deadline for Fibromyalgia clinical trial set