Students - “There’s a lot of talent at Fowler and I just want to help bring that experience here.” -Brenda Lai ‘24 Archive - Fowler School of Engineering

Chapman Student Connects the Fowler School of Engineering to Growing Tech Company “There’s a lot of talent at Fowler and I just want to help bring that experience here.” -Brenda Lai ‘24

November 6, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Name: Brenda Lai Year: Senior Major: Public Relations and Advertising with a Game Development Minor Extracurricular Activities: Member of Delta Kappa Alpha – Professional Cinematic Club In the summer of 2023, Brenda Lai, a public relations & advertising and game development student received an internship with the growing tech company Roblox. Her experience greatly impacted her

From Extensive Quantum Physics Research to Assistant Professor at Chapman Engineering: Dr. Estakhri Enhances the Education Experience

November 1, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Faculty Name: Dr. Nooshin Estakhri Alma Mater: B.Sc. Electrical Engineering and Communications, University of Tehran, Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan Currently Teaching: ENGR 101: Foundations of Design and Fabrication Research: Dr. Esktahri’s two-part research includes understanding and designing quantum dynamics in a number of different leading platforms in the field of quantum information

Chapman Computer Science Graduate Energizes Entrepreneurial Efforts in Engineering Students “Go make the mistake. Go fail. That’s the best way to learn.” - Grayson Berman (Computer Science '19)

October 24, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Grayson Berman (Computer Science ‘19) knew he wanted to be a business owner. His first thought was to go into economics or pursue a degree in business. But it was his mother who encouraged him to pursue a degree in computer science, so he always had something to fall back on. Heeding his mother’s advice,

Chapman Engineering Alumni Swings for Major League Baseball “I love being able to apply the courses from my degree to my passion." -Jackson Thomas (Data Analytics '23)

October 18, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

At the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), our programs are constructed to offer hands-on learning and showcase the many sectors of the engineering workforce. Our degrees, like data science, open a world of possibilities to our students who are interested in other institutions, such as Major League Baseball (MLB). Ever since he was young, Jackson

Integrated M.S. Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Student Makes Career Moves

October 11, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Student: Briana Craig Major: B.S. in Computer Science ’24 and MS. EECS ’25 Position: Student Technology Assistant Location: Educational Technology Services At the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE), on-campus jobs are an amazing opportunity for our engineering students to tap into higher education in an entirely new way. Briana Craig, a computer science major and

Game Development Students Bridge Disciplines to Craft Branching Narrative Video Game Chapman student and alum duo launch teaser for their upcoming motion capture, branching-narrative game, Project Vesperi

October 9, 2023 by Lauren Sieberg (Creative Writing & English, ‘25) | Students

Within the bustling halls of Fowler Engineering, even the simplest ideas for the future of technology can be transformed into life-changing, collaborative, fully-realized dreams—often through a spirit of innovation that connects all disciplines. For Trevor Gore (Screenwriting, ‘23) and Brandon Hill (Film Production, ‘24), their dream of creating an original video game is well on

From High Doubts to Most Polished: Chapman Students Reach for Success in Game Development "What we really value out of this project is now we've ended up with a great bunch of lifelong friends," shared Victoria Taurizano.

October 5, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

The hands-on learning experience at Chapman Engineering provides limitless value to our engineering students. Our undergraduate students are encouraged by industry-experienced faculty to pursue larger-than-life projects despite the odds. Fabian Bautista (English Major, Game Development Minor ‘24) and Victoria Taurizano (Screenwriting Major, Game Development Minor, and Computer Science Minor ‘24) persisted in creating a game

From Biomedical Engineering to Engineering 101: Facilitating Hands-On Experiences for Freshmen and Beyond Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Christopher Girard

September 26, 2023 by Owen Agbayani (English ‘25) | Students

Faculty Name: Christopher Girard, Ph.D. Currently Teaching: ENGR 101: Foundations of Design and Fabrication Research: Simulation of Neuron Interaction, Electrode Implementation, Accelerating the Prototyping of Electrical and Mechanical Systems With the start of a new academic year, Fowler School of Engineering students look forward to reconnecting with their peers and engaging with classroom content through

Staff Spotlight: Miyuki Weldon, Makerspace Manager

August 18, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Staff Name: Miyuki Weldon Position: Makerspace Manager Alma Mater: University of California, Berkeley (B.S. Mechanical Engineering, M.S. Mechanical Engineering) Office Location: Swenson Hall, N228 If our many tools and equipment here at the Fowler School of Engineering (FSE)—such as FFF 3D printers or sticker-making machines—have sparked your interest, then you will soon meet FSE’s Makerspace

Staff Spotlight: Viviana Pérez, Administrative Assistant

August 10, 2023 by Olivia Venegas-Kalaw | Students

Staff Name: Viviana Pérez Position: Administrative Assistant Alma Mater: California State University, Long Beach (B.A. Political Science ‘21) Office Location: Swenson Hall, Dean’s Suite N118 While most of the administrative staff at Fowler School of Engineering (FSE) set their focus on the students, Vivana Pérez, Administrative Assistant, lends a helping hand to Fowler’s incredible faculty. Whenever professors