Episode 07 - What are the differences between colleges and universities?

from The Engineering Student Experience Podcast · host Paul Nissenson

In this episode, Paul explains the major differences between colleges and universities. Paul discussed the CPP Polytechnic STEAM Academy in the episode. Here is the program's mission statement: "The mission of CPP’s Polytechnic STEAM Academy is to provide a 'Brand-You' transformative educational experience for high school student students through technology-focused team projects. Participation in the Academy allows high school students in grades 9-12 to connect with students across the community and institutions, to collaborate with CPP and its industrial partners, and to create knowledge and content through team-based, hands-on projects and online courseware. Students in the academy are exposed to today’s cutting-edge technology and its social impact, learn about leading theories on diverse perspectives and inclusion, experience design thinking and creation first-hand, and practice essential skills necessary for the modern-day work environment such as team science, presentation and web-based communication." Have comments about this episode? Send your feedback to [email protected] and Paul will personally read your email. This episode was recorded on October 24, 2019 at Cal Poly Pomona.

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In this episode, Paul explains the major differences between colleges and universities. Paul discussed the CPP Polytechnic STEAM Academy in the episode. Here is the program's mission statement:"The mission of CPP’s Polytechnic STEAM Academy is to provide a 'Brand-You' transformative educational experience for high school student students through technology-focused team projects. Participation in the Academy allows high school students in grades 9-12 to connect with students across the community and institutions, to collaborate with CPP and its industrial partners, and to create knowledge and content through team-based, hands-on projects and online courseware. Students in the academy are exposed to today’s cutting-edge technology and its social impact, learn about leading theories on diverse perspectives and inclusion, experience design thinking and creation first-hand, and practice essential skills necessary for the modern-day work environment such as team science, presentation and web-based communication." Have comments about this episode? Send your feedback to [email protected] and Paul will personally read your email. This episode was recorded on October 24, 2019 at Cal Poly Pomona.