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Chapter on ME from the 'Buildings of UW' book

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Mechanical Engineering was the first significant building erected after the University decided to move engineering from Bascom Hill to the Camp Randall site. It was built in 1929.

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As of fall 2024 we have a new record in the mechanical engineering and engineering mechanics programs: nearly 300 undergraduate students officially received over $1 million in scholarship support from ME and the College of Engineering! This is a $160,000 increase over last year’s total and is the most our department has given out in the history of our program.

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Mike Cheadle and Kassi Akers received the first Golden Gear of Excellence Awards! This award was created in 2024 to recognize two non-tenure track members in the department, one non-tenure track instructor and one administrative staff member.