The program offers a unique blend of traditional engineering education with exposure to international service learning, sustainable engineering, and entrepreneurship, all taught by university faculty.
The NovaEdge Diversity in Engineering Program is a one-week, on-campus program at Villanova University designed to introduce rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to various engineering fields. Participants engage in lectures and hands-on laboratory experiments led by Villanova Engineering faculty. The curriculum covers traditional engineering disciplines such as Chemical, Civil and Environmental, Computer and Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. Students also explore unique aspects of Villanova's College of Engineering, including international service learning, sustainable engineering, and engineering entrepreneurship. Daily guest speakers bridge the gap between academia and industry, providing insights into real-world applications. In the evenings, students participate in engaging activities with resident assistants and work on assigned engineering projects. The program also includes a presentation on the college admissions process.
A typical day includes lectures and hands-on laboratory experiments taught by Villanova Engineering faculty, along with presentations from daily guest speakers from industry. Evenings involve engaging activities with resident assistants and work on engineering projects.
This program is best for a diverse population of rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in exploring traditional engineering fields and unique aspects of Villanova's College of Engineering.
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