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The Alabama Engineering Academy Initiative, established in 2007, aims to increase the number of high school graduates entering engineering professions. Through a collaborative partnership involving the University of Alabama System, Auburn University, and the State Department of Education, this initiative provides tailored curriculum and support processes to prepare students for college-level engineering studies. Key stakeholders, including university chancellors and high school educators, work together to enhance engineering education opportunities across various schools in Alabama.
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ALABAMA ENGINEERING ACADEMY INITIATIVE Connecting Students To Engineering Careers 2007
Collaborative Partnership • University of Alabama System • Dr. Malcolm Portera, Chancellor • Auburn University • Dr. Ed Richardson, President • State Department of Education • Dr. Joseph B. Morton
GOAL TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES CHOOSING ENGINEERING AS A CAREER BY PROVIDING CURRICULUM AND PROCESSES THAT PREPARE THEM FOR COLLEGE
Deans of Engineering: Jorge I. Aunon, UAH Larry Benefield, AU Legand Burge, Jr., TU Charles L. Karr, UA Linda Lucas, UAB Trent Montgomery, A & M John Steadman, USA STEERING COMMITTEE Co-chairs: Ruth C. Ash, SDE Charles Nash, UA • Anita Buckley Commander, SDE • Brenda Terry, AMSTEC • John G. Heilman, AU, Provost
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