Armour College of Engineering at Illinois Tech

In 1976, students in the Early Identification Program gathered to watch their team-built model rocket launch skyward. Over 8 weeks, bright high school seniors explored hands-on projects, visited Chicago companies, and learned the skills needed to launch their own futures.

“When I’m at Illinois Tech, the professors are making sure I'm learning and that I grow.” Areeba Ismail (BME 4th Year). She once questioned if she truly understood the material. Now she walks into interviews certain of her expertise. bit.ly/4rbf0KQ

Professor David Lampert from the Illinois Tech Armour College of Engineering explains how rising data center demand—projected to reach ~10% of U.S. electricity use—could stress our grids, water systems, and climate. bit.ly/4u2MM84

Meet Abrar Rafi! From Bangladesh to Illinois Tech, he’s earning both his bachelor’s and master’s in 4 years, leading the Design/Build/Fly team, and shaping the future of engineering. bit.ly/4kNhQED

Garrett L. Clark (M.A.S. CHE ’11) brings bold creativity to Mars Inc.—designing softer gum, reimagined gummies, and innovations like Starburst Goodies. His work shows how Illinois Tech engineers turn complex science into flavor, texture, and pure delight. bit.ly/3KQqXqm

Remember those school days when you wished you didn't have to worry about letter grades? Well, Emma Dosmar (Ph.D. BME ’17) experienced just that! bit.ly/4kNGo06

Illinois Tech student Michael Sansone is building DrainWatch, a real-time sewer monitoring system that could transform how cities prevent flooding. His NSF-funded research merges data, design, and equity. bit.ly/4oDUTon

Saurabh Saluja (CPE, M.S. CPE ’23) is building a smarter, greener future at JohnDeere. He won global innovation awards, interned at GM, published research, and now engineers impact daily. bit.ly/3MkcGTP

Happy National Engineers Week! Throughout the week, we'll be sharing inspiring stories from our talented Armour College of Engineering students. Stay tuned for a glimpse into the innovative minds driving change!

Explore Illinois Tech through our full virtual campus tour, featuring a dedicated look inside the John T. Rettaliata Engineering Center. See the labs, maker spaces, and collaboration hubs driving innovation at Armour College of Engineering. bit.ly/4aMdiuu

What if networks could adapt as fast as demand changes? Illinois Tech Professor Yu Cheng and his students explore using drones as dynamic network base stations, optimized with machine learning to deliver reliable coverage anytime, anywhere. iit.edu/news/drone-del…

Professors Lin Cai, Boris S. Pervan, and Thomas Wong have been named IEEE Fellows, an honor awarded to fewer than 0.1 percent of voting members each year. bit.ly/4acdUYR

Shape your semester with purpose. Armour College of Engineering events create space for connection, collaboration, and forward momentum throughout the academic term. See what’s coming up this semester: bit.ly/3ZxULfn

Thinking about computer engineering? At Illinois Tech, you’ll learn how hardware and software work together—and how to use that knowledge to solve real problems.bit.ly/4bXmPzW

Sidney Katz of the Armour Research Foundation records data from the Aerosoloscope—an early airborne particle detector and a glimpse into the future of defense and public health research.

A STEM-designated degree at Illinois Tech Armour College of Engineering connects students to high-growth careers, hands-on experience, and global opportunity. Cutting-edge labs and real-world projects help turn potential into progress. iit.edu/blog/benefits-…

Ed Kaplan (ME ’65, Hon. Ph.D. ENG ’23) revolutionized global commerce—and redefined innovation at Illinois Tech. His legacy fuels future engineers to dream bigger, build smarter, and lead boldly.bit.ly/49BL1oC

Kelsey Starnes (CE, M.S. SAM ’25) is featured in ZIZU Magazine, reflecting on resilience, sustainability, and intentional impact through engineering. bit.ly/4qOtvoa

Armour College of Engineering delivers rigorous, innovative programs led by world-class faculty and driven by hands-on learning.Explore all majors and programs ➡️ bit.ly/452ejeZ

Ola Ogunnaike (EE, M.S. EE ’25) reflects on growth, grit, and finding his place at Illinois Tech in ZIZU Magazine. A journey shaped by culture, curiosity, and engineering ambition. issuu.com/illinois_tech/…