For Peng Wang, the engineering process is a journey of discovery and innovation, beginning with the critical step of identifying a problem. The problem he is addressing? Improving operational safety, process stability, efficiency, quality assurance and sustainability in manufacturing. Through creative solutions, Wang turns abstract concepts into practical prototypes, something he finds very rewarding.
An urban environment was non-negotiable during John Yang’s college search. It made sense for an aspiring civil engineer. Using Google Maps, Yang virtually explored cities across the United States, with Case Western Reserve University rising to the top of his list.
I chose CWRU because of its well-known Case School of Engineering, which includes a robust computer science program. The university offers a nice mix of urban city life, with easy access to downtown locations like Playhouse Square, while still maintaining a campus feel with plenty of green spaces. Additionally, the size of the school makes it easy to get involved in student organizations and connect with others.
In basketball, to shoot the perfect free throw, train your eye on the rim. In baseball, for the perfect pitch, look at the catcher’s mitt. So says the “quiet eye” technique, which calls on a period of extended visual attention to improve coordination and performance. A research-backed approach for moments of high stress that require precise motor skills, the technique has been studied not just in athletics, but in operating rooms—places where a surgeon’s “quiet eye” can aid in robot-assisted, minimally invasive surgery.
Melissa Van is the assistant dean of human resources and faculty affairs. In this role, she is responsible for the school-level processes that help recruit and hire great faculty and staff, promote their career development, and provide a supportive, collegial environment in which they carry out cutting-edge research and provide excellent education to our students.
