Michigan State University is the nation’s premier land-grant university and one of the top research universities in the world. The College of Engineering is among the university’s founding disciplines and one of the largest academic units. Degrees granted by the college are sought-after and valued in the marketplace, with more than 6,800 students, 341 faculty, and collaborative partners in industry and government working together to deliver the technology talent and innovation needed to drive the economy of Michigan and beyond.
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John Papapolymerou recommended as dean of MSU College of Engineering
After a national search, John Papapolymerou has been recommended as dean of the College of Engineering at Michigan State University, effective June 1, 2026. He will serve as dean designee prior to the June 12 meeting of the MSU Board of Trustees. Papapolymerou has served as interim dean since Oct. 1, 2024.
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Making the impossible float
Long before a concrete canoe touches the water, someone has to believe it can float. Not as a metaphor. Not as a classroom thought experiment. As a real, student-built, competition-ready vessel that must be researched, designed, mixed, cured, lifted, displayed, defended before judges and raced against other universities.
Research Spotlight: Linking blast forces to hidden brain injuries
Traumatic brain injuries from blasts and hard hits are a big problem for soldiers, first responders, and athletes. Doctors can see the damage on scans after the fact, but the moment when a fast hit turns into tiny tears deep inside the brain is still hard to capture.
Designing a Better Campus: IPF-Sponsored Projects Shine at MSU Design Day
Each year, Michigan State University’s Design Day showcases the creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills of graduating undergraduate students as they present real-world solutions to complex challenges. Design Day is a premier undergraduate academic event highlighting the creativity and ingenuity of Spartan Engineering students. This spring, Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) proudly sponsored several student teams whose projects reflect a shared commitment to accessibility, sustainability and campus safety.
