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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Empowering Engineering Educators, host Joe Hanson dives deep into the world of college admissions and engineering education with two distinguished guests: Dean Whitney Soule, the first female Dean of Admissions at the University of Pennsylvania, and Professor Robert Ghrist, an expert in mathematics, electrical and systems engineering, and the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education at Penn Engineering.
Together, they offer insider insights into what top-tier institutions look for in engineering applicants, how students can showcase their strengths and unique interests, and how educators can best prepare students for the highly competitive college admissions process.
Key Topics Covered:
🔹 What truly sets engineering applicants apart from other fields
🔹 How students can balance technical skills with creativity and collaboration
🔹 The evolving role of interdisciplinary studies and AI in engineering education
🔹 Why showcasing curiosity and adaptability is key in college applications
🔹 The truth about standardized testing and how different colleges use it
🔹 Practical tips for students to research and choose the right university fit
Dean Soule shares her perspective on how students should approach applications strategically, while Professor Ghrist discusses the importance of breadth and depth in an engineering career. Both provide valuable advice on how students can best position themselves for success—without falling into the trap of trying to fit a mold instead of being their authentic selves.
Brought to You by Siemens
This episode is presented by Siemens, your partner in transforming high school engineering education. Explore Siemens’ project-based curriculum, advanced engineering software, classroom management tools, and professional development resources—designed to empower the next generation of innovators.
📢 Discover tools to make your high school engineering classroom more effective: sw.siemens.com/ple
🎧 Tune in now for a behind-the-scenes look at college admissions and the future of engineering education!
Together, they offer insider insights into what top-tier institutions look for in engineering applicants, how students can showcase their strengths and unique interests, and how educators can best prepare students for the highly competitive college admissions process.
Key Topics Covered:
🔹 What truly sets engineering applicants apart from other fields
🔹 How students can balance technical skills with creativity and collaboration
🔹 The evolving role of interdisciplinary studies and AI in engineering education
🔹 Why showcasing curiosity and adaptability is key in college applications
🔹 The truth about standardized testing and how different colleges use it
🔹 Practical tips for students to research and choose the right university fit
Dean Soule shares her perspective on how students should approach applications strategically, while Professor Ghrist discusses the importance of breadth and depth in an engineering career. Both provide valuable advice on how students can best position themselves for success—without falling into the trap of trying to fit a mold instead of being their authentic selves.
Brought to You by Siemens
This episode is presented by Siemens, your partner in transforming high school engineering education. Explore Siemens’ project-based curriculum, advanced engineering software, classroom management tools, and professional development resources—designed to empower the next generation of innovators.
📢 Discover tools to make your high school engineering classroom more effective: sw.siemens.com/ple
🎧 Tune in now for a behind-the-scenes look at college admissions and the future of engineering education!
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