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GW Engineering Undergraduates Awarded Fellowships to Support Cutting-Edge Research
July 2, 2026
Abdelrahman Moharram and Toby Pike have been awarded the 2026-2027 Undergraduate Research Award to support their innovative, impactful work in the lab.
Graduate Teaching Assistant Recognized for Impact on MAE Students
June 3, 2026
Maneesha Wickramasuriya was selected for the MAE Department's 2026 Outstanding GTA Award for his exceptional dedication to teaching, student mentorship, and instructional support.
From Concept to Competition: The Electric Yacht at GW Story
May 29, 2026
The newly-formed Electric Yacht at GW student design team faced numerous obstacles in competing at the 2026 Promoting Electric Propulsion Competition. Read their story marked resilience and determination below!
