P.C. Rossin College of
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A new model for engineering education

Experiential learning helps students apply what they learn in the classroom to the real world, discover their passions through hands-on projects, and make an impact on the world around us. It is a student-centered approach that builds on Lehigh's proud tradition of engineering, with learning environments and approaches design for, and fueled by, the concept of creative inquiry.

THIS NETWORK MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The interdisciplinary, student-led Team Soterra designs innovative technology for all the right reasons

SEEING THINGS DIFFERENTLY

Rethinking the typical corporate-academic partnership model, with an eye toward community outreach

INQUIRY, IMPACT, AND THE VALUE OF 'DOING STUFF'

Lehigh's first Vice Provost for Creative Inquiry promotes experiential learning across the University

Celebrating undergraduate research

Annual symposium sharpens students' competitive edge

Engineering
Departments

Bioengineering

Bioengineering focuses on advancing human health through bio inspired technologies and the development of new biomedical approaches and techniques.

Industrial and Systems Engineering

Thinking manufacturing? Think again, and think bigger. ISE is distinctive because its tools can be applied to any business in any setting, from production to services, in either the private or public sector.

Materials Science & Engineering

Accredited since 1936, the department offers one of the nation's leading materials science and engineering programs.

Mechanical Engineering & Mechanics

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest engineering professions, dealing with the design, construction and operation of various types of machinery.

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

We offer an internationally recognized education and research focus areas in materials processing, environment and energy, bioengineering, and systems and information.

Civil & Environmental Engineering

We offer internationally recognized education and research programs in structural, environmental, geotechnical and water resources engineering.

Computer Science & Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering is at the core of the information age. To prepare our students for the tremendous opportunities in the field, the CSE Department is strongly committed to excellence in both education and research.

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Research and educational programs are enhanced by strong interdisciplinary interactions with other departments in engineering, mathematics, and science.

Inter­disciplinary Research Institutes

  • Interdisciplinary Research Institutes
    IRI: Diverse disciplines powering progress
    We believe that interdisciplinary research is our best hope for addressing the complex challenges that lie ahead. Lehigh’s Interdisciplinary Research Institutes (IRIs) bring together leading faculty and graduate researchers from a variety of fields to focus on a specific challenge. This innovative approach allows these research teams to use their combined strengths to confront problems from every perspective and to develop multifaceted solutions.
    Interdisciplinary Research Institutes
  • Institute for Functional Materials and Devices
    I-FMD
    The Institute for Functional Materials and Devices (I-FMD) focuses on synthesis, fabrication, processing, and characterization of materials, devices and related systems. Existing research interests include photonics and electronics, metals, ceramics, biomaterials, polymers, and composites, and incorporate devices ranging in size from the nanometer and micrometer scales and beyond.
    Institute for Functional Materials and Devices
  • Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation
    I-DISC
    The Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation (I-DISC) is devoted to the study of problems that involve massive amounts of data and/or large-scale computations, and developing the science that enables the extraction of useful and actionable information across disciplines and research fields.
    Institute for Data, Intelligent Systems, and Computation
  • Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy
    I-CPIE
    Research within the Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy (I-CPIE) underpins all aspects of modern society. The demands and impacts of society’s reliance upon energy, communications, structural, and transportation systems requires a broad approach that’s focused not only on engineering systems, but on improving people’s lives.
    Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy

Graduate Student
Spotlight

Going solar

Lehigh’s Energy Systems Engineering master’s program helped environmental engineer Sarah Conde ’15 M.Eng. flip the switch on new career with commercial solar developer

Tapping into a powerful network

A professional master’s in Energy Systems Engineering gave David Reino ’16 ’17 M.Eng. the technical knowledge, leadership skills, and industry connections to land a job at a major utility—months before graduation

An unexpected engineer

Studying Healthcare Systems Engineering as a grad student propelled pharma consultant Zara Ali Ahmad ’16 ’18 M.Eng. into a fast-paced profession she’d never considered

Learning by taking the leap

International student Hansen Liang ’19 M.Eng. changed his trajectory—aligning his career path with his passions—through Lehigh’s Technical Entrepreneurship professional master’s program

The Latest at the Rossin College

Faculty & Programs

Rossin Connection Podcast: Breaking stereotypes in engineering

Wed, Jul 8, 2020

MechE professor of practice Christina Haden on Lehigh Women Engineers PreLUsion program
Faculty & Programs

Susan Perry named Rossin College assistant dean for academic affairs

Tue, Jul 7, 2020

BioE professor of practice will tackle curriculum innovation, student recruitment in new role
Faculty & Programs

Expert in structural health monitoring named interim chair of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Tue, Jul 7, 2020

Shamim Pakzad takes on new role as of July 1
Faculty & Programs

Microscopy technique reveals nanoscale detail of coatings as they dry

Thu, Jun 25, 2020

Gilchrist Lab researchers studying in situ drying behavior of thin film coatings visualize interactions that could impact drug delivery technology
News Briefs

New episode of Rossin Connection Podcast: Sabrina Jedlicka

Mon, Jun 22, 2020

On July 1, Sabrina Jedlicka will take on a new role as the Rossin College’s associate dean for academic affairs. In the latest episode of the Rossin Connection Podcast, she shares her perspective on the job,...
Faculty & Programs

I-FMD researchers awarded state grant for coronavirus-killing functional material

Fri, Jun 19, 2020

Industry-academic team to develop novel polymer coating for surfaces to prevent COVID-19 spread

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