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Students work with the computer numerical control machines in the Gene Haas Lab.

Chico State To Celebrate Ribbon Cutting of Gene Haas Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory

A ribbon-cutting will celebrate a transformation of an existing laboratory into one filled with state-of-the-art machinery and capacity to support classes across multiple majors and student clubs.

David Alexander

David Alexander Named Dean of the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management

A proud alumnus,Alexander holds a PhD and an MS in mechanical engineering from the University of Idaho, and a BS in physical science from Chico State. He has been a member of our campus community since 2014.

Wearing a green sweater and black pants, Kirsten Welch rests her arm on a rail while she poses for a photo outdoors.

Undeterred by Rejection, Engineering Major Finds Success

Kirsten Welch's perseverance and hands-on experience landed her the internship of her dreams at Lawrence Livermore National Lab.

Alt text: Treyton Wood works on the Baja vehicle, wearing safety goggles.

Off-Road Vehicle Club Drives Mechanical Engineering Major Toward His Dream Career

Treyton Wood has devoted the last five years of his undergraduate experience to national competition of off-road vehicles. As a real-world, hands-on learning experience, it was foundational for his education.

Nicholas Esparza looks through the high vacuum chamber in the ultracold lab.

Student Researchers Share Insight into Summer Projects

CSC² has supported nearly 300 students in undergraduate research projects across the three colleges.

Chase Suihkonen smiles on campus, standing in front of trees transformed with fall colors.

Camp Fire Scholarship Recipient Pays It Forward

After losing his home in the Camp Fire, Chase Suihkonen embraced the opportunity to attend Chico State so he could further his education while staying close to home to help his community recover.

A human finger touches a finger sensor on a mechanical finger.

Engineering for a Better Tomorrow

Whether focused on clean drinking water or eliminating single-use plastics, engineering students spent the last year tackling some of society’s most pressing challenges.

LeRoy Alaways smiles for a photo in front of Kendall Hall wearing a shirt that says "Dad toughest job you will ever love."

5 Questions With Alumnus LeRoy Alaways

Alumnus LeRoy Alaways went from the almond orchards of Durham to becoming the voice of authority on the curveball.

Stars shine above Trinity Hall.

Fond Farewell: Mechanical Engineering Professor Fayette Brown

Fayette Brown's engineering expertise carried him through several careers and took him to destinations around the globe.

Daniel Michelson, is an HFA outstanding student leader award winner, and a double major in music and engineering, works on his DIY musical instrument creations in the Ayres Art Shop.

Putting It All Together: Artist-Engineer Combines Creative Pursuits

A rare double major in mechanical engineering and music, Daniel Michelson has made a big impact on the Chico State music department while working toward his engineering career.