Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

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Engineering Welcome Fair

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 4:00pm to 6:00pm

Seamans Center

Join us for the annual Engineering Student Welcome Fair on Tuesday, September 1, from 4:00–6:00 PM on S. Capitol Street outside the Seamans Center (with a backup rain location of the Seamans Center Lobby).

Engineering Career Trek to Schneider Electric

Thursday, September 10, 2026 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Schneider Electric

Career Trek to Schneider Electric

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