NEW ORLEANS - In response to the growing demand for engineers working in clean energy, the Louisiana Wind Energy Hub at the University of New Orleans, a collaboration between the UNO and The Beach at UNO, has launched the Wind Scholars Program.
The program will award five scholarships of up to $5,000 to undergraduate and graduate students in the Dr. Robert A. Savoie College of Engineering who are interested in acquiring skills and knowledge in the realm of renewable energy.
“Specifically, the scholars will have a valuable hands-on experience through an internship and enhanced professional networking opportunities," said Lizette Chevalier, dean of the Dr. Robert A. Savoie College of Engineering. "This will provide them a solid competitive advantage when seeking opportunities after graduation.”
To qualify for the scholarship, junior or senior undergraduate students must choose one of four available paths, consisting of four courses, that corresponds to their degree program: civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or naval architecture and marine engineering. Graduate engineering students will pursue a track consisting of graduate-level courses.
The Hub has been working with industry partners to "understand their workforce needs as the wind industry grows," said Shafin Khan, VP of external affairs and innovation at the Beach at UNO. The scholar's program is the "first step in addressing this critical component.”
The deadline for applying is June 9. The online application is available here. (UNO 05/08/23) Wind Scholars Program to Support Future Engineers - Biz New Orleans
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