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in order to showcase both our under- graduate and graduate programs in a dynamic, interactive way,” she says. “Potential students are meeting the faculty and staff, interactively learning about our programs, seeing examples of the exemplary work and demonstrated skill sets of our
students, and speaking directly with our current students.”
The COT, adds Westerfield, “is modeling the way for WilmU students by doing exemplary work, having fun, growing with each other, celebrating strengths, being engaged and creating the atmosphere we value.” WU
The photos depict College of Technology faculty members and students who have been donning costumes and demonstrating WilmU's premier interdisciplinary technology offerings that are not available at any other college on the East Coast.
systems (GIS) and virtual reality — just to name a few.”
Shaw adds that COT students are integral to the overall success of the project. “They're the ones creating the experiences with the guidance of our faculty,” he says. “Our students get exposed to this kind of technology and we give them the chance to make something great with it that has never been done before. That makes them ready for companies looking to do great things with their skill sets. Our students are amazing and we want them to be the ones in the spotlight.”
College of Technology Dean Dr. Mary Ann Westerfield says that part of the COT’s three-year strategic plan is to increase program-specific awareness both internally and externally. “The COT is currently offering college-specific open houses
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