The Fall 2025 semester has kicked off to a great start for STBE students with exciting courses, upcoming student competitions, faculty research presentations, and thriving industry partnerships! This Summer, the STBE department put out their first internal departmental newsletter for the 2024-2025 Academic Year, which highlighted the accomplishments of students, faculty, and more. You can view the 2024-2025 newsletter here to learn more about our student awards, student research, student competitions, faculty research, faculty awards, industry partnerships, and exciting departmental events. Below is the included letter from the STBE Department Chair, Dr. Ok-Youn Yu:
As we approach the end of summer, I am grateful for the energy and accomplishments our department has shared over the past year. From students excelling in national competitions and earning university honors to faculty leading innovative research and community projects, the dedication within our STBE community continues to inspire.
I am especially grateful to our industry partners, alumni, faculty, and friends. Your support, whether through mentoring, advancing sustainable initiatives, or celebrating student successes, makes a lasting impact. Your engagement strengthens our mission and helps prepare the next generation of leaders in sustainable technology and the built environment.
Wishing you all a restful close to the summer and a great start to the new academic year!
Best,
Dr. Ok-Youn Yu, Departmental Chair
STBE Newsletter thumbnail of senior portfolio
STBE Newsletter thumbnail of senior portfolio