James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering

A five-year, $599,998 NSF CAREER award is helping Dr. Rhongho Jang and Wayne State University’s Department of Computer Science explore the future of intelligent network infrastructure.

The project will study how advanced computing and AI capabilities can be integrated directly into internet routers to improve the speed, efficiency and security of data-intensive applications while strengthening cybersecurity defenses.

The award will also support hands-on student training and the development of open-source tools for the broader research community.

NSF CAREER award to Wayne State University to create next generation network infrastructure Dr. Rhongho Jang, assistant professor of computer science, to do research to transform the capabilities of modern internet infrastructure.

📢 Calling all Class of 2025 and Class of 2026 graduates! 📢 Join us on June 17 to celebrate the newest members of our alumni community and mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Alumni 101 is your official first stop into life after graduation as you join a network of more than 310,000 Warrior alumni. Take pride in becoming a new WSU alum while meeting other Class of '25 and ’26 graduates in a fun and relaxing atmosphere as we toast to your accomplishments and the journey ahead.

Food, giveaways, and prizes will also be included. Register today: https://bit.ly/4dlWPxw

Alumni, faculty and friends gathered together to honor excellence at the 2026 Night of the Stars. It was an inspiring evening celebrating the remarkable achievements of our alumni who continue to push the boundaries of innovation and engineering. From groundbreaking research to transformative industry contributions, their impact resonates far and wide.

James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering: Night of the Stars 2026 On Monday, April 27, 2026, the WSU College of Engineering at Wayne State University celebrated the induction of the Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and recognized eight other distinguished alumni during a ceremony held on the university’s Midtown Detroit campus. Learn more by visiting: engineering.wayn...

Senior biomedical engineering student-athlete Tony Hatzigeorgiou took home two major honors from the Wayne State University Department of Athletics at the 2026 Golden W’s event, held this past week at the Masonic Temple in downtown Detroit.

Hatzigeorgiou was named the 2025-26 Deans’ Award honoree from the James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering for earning the highest cumulative GPA among all student-athletes in the college. He has earned a spot on both the Dean’s List and the Athletic Director’s Honor Roll every semester and will also become a three-time GLIAC All-Academic Excellence Team selection.

He was also selected as the 2025-26 Men’s Sports Student-Athlete of the Year. Candidates are evaluated on academic distinction, athletic accomplishments, involvement, university and community service, and coaches’ recommendations. A three-year team captain, Hatzigeorgiou has played in more than 190 games for the Wayne State Warriors baseball program.

Wayne State’s NECA student chapter is preparing for the Electrical Contracting Innovation Challenge, where construction management students develop a real-world electrical proposal as part of their senior capstone. Working alongside industry partners, they’re gaining hands-on experience that bridges the gap between classroom and career.

Wayne State NECA student chapter prepares for annual national competition The Wayne State University student chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is once again preparing to compete in the 18th annual Electrical Contracting Innovation Challenge (ECIC), hosted by ELECTRI International. As a key component of the construction management program’...

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Researchers at Wayne State University are leading a $473K collaboration with the Great Lakes Water Authority to improve phosphorus removal at one of the nation’s largest wastewater treatment facilities, helping protect the Rouge River and Lake Erie from harmful algal blooms.

Beyond advancing water treatment, the project will train the next generation of engineers while delivering real-world solutions for healthier communities and more sustainable environments.

Wayne State University and Great Lakes Water Authority launch major collaboration to protect Lake Erie and Rouge River Wayne State University and GLWA launch major collaboration focused on enhanced phosphorus removal at nation's largest single-site wastewater treatment facility.

Wayne State will host the FIRST Robotics Detroit District Championship March 13 and 14, welcoming 1,200 high school students from Detroit and nearby communities to compete at the Matthaei Center. Teams will also visit campus for a Demo Day on March 12 to explore student engineering projects and connect with competition groups from the James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering.

FIRST Robotics Detroit District Championship returns to Wayne State For the fourth consecutive year, Wayne State University will welcome approximately 1,200 high school students from Detroit and nearby communities for the FIRST Robotics Detroit District Championship. The 40-team competition, which is free and open to the public, will take place March 13 and 14 at th...

National Women in Construction Week highlights the voices shaping the future of the industry. Meet Megan Judge, Leah Cinder and Tirza Lamas Gonzales — students in Wayne State’s construction management program — who share what inspired them, what they’ve learned and why women belong in construction.

WIC Week 2026: Five questions with Wayne State construction management students The James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering is proud to celebrate National Women in Construction (WIC) Week, which raises awareness of career opportunities for women in the construction industry and highlights their growing impact in the field. As more women continue to enter construction...

Wayne State University claimed first place at the Michigan Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, outperforming peer institutions in a live, scenario-based challenge that simulates real-world cyber threats.

The student team will now represent Michigan at the Midwest Regional in March as they continue their push toward a national championship.

Wayne State Cyber Defense Club claims state championship, advances to Midwest competition Wayne State University’s Cyber Defense Club won the Michigan Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) in early February, outperforming peer institutions in a live, scenario-based cybersecurity challenge.