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My biggest takeaway is from participating in the international Simio Student Simulation competition is that although you may not have the knowledge or skills to complete a project at the beginning, by utilizing the problem-solving skills we learn as engineers and dedicating yourself to learning new skills, you can accomplish a lot more than you think is possible. Daniel Ley '20
USD’s liberal arts focus, combined with my dual degree and student organization participation, prepared me for my Summer Games internship with Booz Allen Hamilton. I was more comfortable with networking and public speaking than many of my peers and I am proud to say that our Razor project made the top 10 presentations out of 81 intern teams. Arica Christensen '20
I contribute much of my success at USD to not only being supported by passionate professors, but also staying involved in student clubs, research projects, career development events and professional organizations. These have allowed me to build my network and explore different interest within the technology industry. Taylor Wong '19
At USD, the professors are very supportive. They not only care about you as a student, but as a person and as a professional. Take advantage of the advice they give, learn the technical material and connect with them on a personal level. By being mindful of the people you work with and sharing the successes with those around you, you will make a lasting impact on the world. Jose Estrada '19
The engineering faculty helped me pilot my major at USD which allows me to take interdisciplinary classes in engineering and environmental science. This balance allows me to understand how the world works to develop sustainable solutions. Jazmyn Gonzalez '19
My experience has exceeded my expectations. I am grateful for the opportunity to have learned about the different fields in engineering, combined with philosophy, ethics, social sciences and communications. The ISyE major helps me to improve myself and to improve things around me. I have become a Changemaker. Yousuf Alireza '19
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Engineering and Computing Research Week
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Creative Collaborations Undergraduate Research Conference
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 // 12 p.m.Virtual Via Zoom
Prepare for the Fair: Social Impact
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 // 12:15 p.m.Virtual
Engineering and Computing Research Week
Friday, April 16, 2021ONLINE
Why Choose USD?
We are instituting bold change to impact the future of engineering and computing

Our unique dual BS/BA degree produces better engineers and computer scientists by developing technical skills along with cultural awareness, communication skills, leadership skills and innovative thinking.

Our new and innovative ideation space, garage and labs are designed with your success in mind. USD students have the space they need to tinker with things, make mistakes and move on to create better and better versions.

Experience a quality learning environment that encourages collaboration. Professors who are genuinely interested in developing students get to know you personally through office hours, small classes, faculty advising and mentoring.

We have created an entrepreneurial mindset where our student entrepreneurship teams are creating successful ventures, using the scaffolding developed through USD, to enter into incubators, venture or acquisition agreements.
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