Reflecting on the Virginia Tech tragedy

Professors Granata, Librescu among those killed at Virginia Tech
Two esteemed colleagues, Kevin Granata and Liviu Librescu, were among the 32 people killed during the Virginia Tech shootings on April 16.

ASME president testifies before House Environment Appropriations Subcommittee
Terry Shoup testified last month before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior and the Environment on the importance of federal environmental research programs.

ASME president-elect honored for distinguished service at Penn State University
Zamrik, a resident of State College, Pa., was recognized for service to the Penn State Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) Department, for his service on the ESM Industrial and Professional Advisory Council, and for teaching and mentoring countless students and then providing them with guidance through their professional careers.

ASME Foundation awards scholarships to FIRST students in Atlanta
Members of the ASME Foundation attended the 2007 FIRST National Championships at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta last month to promote the Society's agreement of affiliation with the not-for-profit organization FIRST.

Teams unite to take top honors at FIRST Championship
Three student teams joined together to take the top honors at the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Championship at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta last month.

New ECLIPSE interns start terms at Summer Annual Meeting
Five early career engineers will begin their ECLIPSE (Early Career Leadership Intern Program to Serve Engineering) internships next month at ASME's Summer Annual Meeting in Toronto.

ASME student member Hanna takes part in Harvard Business School program
Last summer, ASME student member Daniel J. Hanna learned about Harvard's Master's of Business Administration courses by taking part in the school's weeklong Summer Venture in Management Program.

Fluids engineering work honored by Freeman Scholar Program
Applications are now being accepted for the 19th Freeman Scholar Program. The deadline for applications is Sept. 1.