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1 AGGIE Engineering A Magazine for the Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni and Friends of the College of Engineering Spring 2015 A&T Graduate Research and Education in Cyber Security Page 10 College of Engineering INSIDE: Global Change 2015 BEYA Conference Highlights Twin Thinkers Faculty and Staff News Alumni Spotlight

2 Message from the Dean College of Engineering Executive Team Dean Dr. Robin N. Coger Executive Assistant to the Dean Julia Bryant 94 Associate Dean Dr. Bala Ram Assistant Dean Dr. Amanda McIver 78 Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Leotis Parrish 91 Interim Senior Director of Development Dr. Dianna Vass Director of Student Services Charlene Carr 88 Director of Communications Terri W. Godwin Departments Chemical, Biological and Bio Engineering Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Computer Science Computational Science and Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial and Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering Chancellor Dr. Harold L. Martin Sr., 74 Production Donna Wojek Gibbs Piedmont Printing Writer Terri W. Godwin Photographers Terri W. Godwin Charles E. Watkins 03 GLOBAL CHANGE...2 Aggies in Norway COE Welcomes Delegation from Ghana A Journey through Thailand STUDENT EXCELLENCE... 4 Engineers Week Namaskar Winners Addressing 21st Century Grand Challenges 2015 BEYA Conference Highlights Student Wins Sikorsky Scholarship Fall Commencement Research Excellence...10 A&T Graduate Research and Education in Cyber Security Faculty and Staff NEWS...12 Dr. Jagannathan Sankar Recognized Engineering Faculty Published Dr. Desai Salil Class of 40 Leaders under 40 Staff Notes College News...14 Twins Activate Love of Computer Science ALUMNI spotlight...16 James Dalton 78 Retired Dean Donates $25, Dr. Monroe Makes a Gift to New Engineering Building One of the greatest things about being part of a university is that I am surrounded by the people and ideas that are shaping the future. Every day I am privileged to witness how the synergy of talent, drive, and enthusiasm produce, and inspire, great results by the people in the College at Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University. Consider for example the accomplishments and stories shared by our 2015 Namaskar finalists at our recent 2015 Engineering Banquet. These seniors, chosen by the departments for their excellence in academic performance and their demonstrable evidence of being Aggie Engineering leaders, eloquently highlighted their personal and unique experiences at N.C. A&T, and in doing so inspired and informed us all. I encourage you to visit our College s website in May to replay the videos of their presentations for yourself. You also know, from previous issues, that our students continue to enhance their technical effectiveness and perspectives through the pursuit of global opportunities. In this issue you will meet Kia Young, a mechanical engineering major who spent the Fall 2014 semester abroad studying at the University of Thammasat in Thailand. You ll also meet Jeremy Epps and Danielle McPherson who traveled to Norway in March 2015 to the University of Stavanger. Ensuring the global preparedness and competitiveness of our students is not only a commitment; it is a characteristic we are nurturing with deliberation in our Aggie Engineers to enable our students to perform at their highest levels now and in the future as professionals. In this issue you will also have a chance to glimpse the work of faculty within our Computer Science Department who continue to expand the avenues by which they are preparing students to become professionals and leaders in cybersecurity. One of the paths described is a federally funded partnership announced in January, that will aid the department in providing innovative solutions to critical identity security issues, while simultaneously increasing the pool of talented researchers and professionals in the workforce. Securing cyberspace is one of the 14 grand challenges of the 21st century identified by the National Academy of Engineering. Not surprisingly, our College s cybersecurity and networking efforts, as well as cross-departmental research strength areas of energy and sustainability; multi-scale materials and applications; healthcare applications; and aerospace and transportation are also aligned with the identified Grand Challenges and simultaneously provide Aggie Engineers with significant hands on opportunities to work with our faculty and staff in addressing important problems that make a difference for the world. This underscores why it was an easy decision for the College s leadership team to join over 120 other engineering schools throughout the US in making the commitment to educate students ready to create solutions to some of the most critical problems of this century. The elements central to our Grand Challenge Engineers Program (GCEP) align strongly with our strategic agenda, and our partnerships with industry continue to be critical to this and other ongoing initiatives of our College. Our engineering and computer science students have consistently built competitive portfolios in preparing for their professional careers. The GCEP is a logical next step because it links that tradition with a nationwide framework. I hope you will enjoy reading glimpses of the wonderful accomplishments and excellence of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni in this issue of Aggie Engineering. Whether you re an alumnus, a research collaborator, a corporate partner or simply a friend of the College, your engagement with and support of the College of Engineering is sincerely appreciated. Aggie Pride! Robin N. Coger, Dean

3 GLOBALCHANGE Aggies in Norway Mechanical engineering students Jeremy Epps and Danielle McPherson travel with Dr. Samuel Ofori, chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering to the University of Stavanger in Norway during spring break. when Mechanical Engineering student, Kia Young made the decision to study abroad for a semester, she knew she would need help convincing her parents. A Texas native, Young said she wanted to have the experience of going abroad to help her to A Journey through Thailand grow as a person. After researching several study abroad opportunities, Young initially settled on Hong Kong, but later learned the university had by Terri Godwin completed admission of its exchange students. Study abroad coordinator, Allegra Laing asked Young to consider South Korea or Thailand. After talking it over with her parents, Young decided on Bangkok, Thailand. When she arrived in Thailand, Young immediately connected with students from around the world including Hong Kong, South Korea and China. During her first few days, she enrolled in an eight-hour language course and was assigned a Thai Buddy to help her learn the native language. She studied at Thammasat University taking four courses in fluid mechanics, circuits, mat lab, and organizational behavior. The students from Thailand were very similar to my American Peers, said Young. Ruled by a Monarchy government, the Thailand countryside is very different from America with a fascinating and diverse culture. Tropical jungles, sandy beaches, rain forests, wildlife sanctuaries and Buddhist temples surround the mountainous region, said Young. Young s mother traveled to Thailand from Texas to visit her. While there, the two worked as volunteers in Thailand s Elephant Sanctuary where they helped with feeding, bathing and walking the domesticated mammals one of the highlights of her trip, Young says. KNUST Delegation Visit from Ghana The delegation of dignitaries from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Ghana traveled to the U.S. to visit N.C. A&T s College of Engineering. During the one-day visit, The vice chancellor of KNUST, Professor William O. Ellis and members of the delegation met with administrators, engineering students and alumni from Ghana. Kia gets a lesson in Buddhism while visiting with a Buddhist monk in Thailand From learning new languages to traveling abroad this experience has inspired me to travel more and experience other cultures. When I graduate I hope to land a job that will enable me to travel in my field of engineering. In the meantime, I want to focus my energy on my coursework here at A&T so I can graduate on time. left to right: Professor William Oduro, Professor Joseph M. Frempong, Professor Isaac Dontwi, Backrow: Kobby Yebo-Okrah, The Vice Chancellor and Professor, William O. Ellis 2 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 3

4 studentexcellence Addressing 21st Century Grand Challenges Engineering Week Banquet 2015 Namaskar Finalists Students gathered at the Koury Convention Center for the annual Engineers Week Banquet sponsored by Sikorsky. During the banquet, winner of the 2015 Namaskar Award was announced. Kristen Wiedenheft, a senior mechanical engineering major was presented the prestigious award by Dr. Robin Coger. Nominees included: Isaiah Dais (Industrial & Systems Engineering), Bria Macklin (Chemical and Bioengineering), Faris Matar (Civil & Architectural Engineering), and Christopher Rice (Computer Science). North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is among more than 120 U.S. engineering schools leading a transformative movement in engineering education announced at the White House on March 23. In a letter presented to President Barack Obama, N.C. A&T and peer institutions committed to establish special educational programs designed to prepare undergraduates to solve Grand Challenges complex yet achievable goals to improve national and international health, security, sustainability and quality of life in the 21st century. Together, the schools plan to graduate more than 20,000 formally recognized Grand Challenge Engineers over the next decade. The College of Engineering at N.C. A&T will be an enabler for graduating engineers in accordance with the National Academy of Engineering s (NAE) vision for ensuring a competitive engineering workforce ready to create solutions to the complex challenges of the present and the future. The Grand Challenges Engineers Program (GCEP) will emphasize students gaining expertise in entrepreneurship and innovation; global and cross-cultural perspectives, and social consciousness with exposure and experience in other areas as specified in the Deans letter to President Barack Obama. For the College of Engineering at N.C. A&T, the decision to participate in this initiative was any easy one for our leadership team since the elements central to preparing Grand Challenge Engineers align strongly with our strategic agenda. A&T s engineering and computer science students have consistently built competitive portfolios in preparing for their professional careers. The GCEP at N.C. A&T is a logical next step because it links that tradition with a nationwide framework, said Dr. Robin Coger, dean of the College of Engineering. Goals of N.C. A&T s GCEP Program: The program is designed to prepare the type of engineering workforce needed to address the complex technical problems of the nation and the world. Each N.C. A&T Grand Challenge Engineer will build an individual portfolio that displays their accomplishments in the five key elements of the program (i.e., Grand Challenge research/projects; experiential and inter-disciplinary experiences; entrepreneurship and innovation; global and crosscultural perspectives, and social consciousness). The NAE s Grand Challenges span topics ranging from energy and water to cyberspace security to engineering the tools of scientific discovery. Hence these Challenges overlap strongly with the five cross department research strength areas of the College. Student portfolios will be assessed by a panel of industry partners. Students that meet the standards specified by GCEP at N.C. A&T will be recognized as Grand Challenge Engineers. For more details about the initiative, please see accompanying National Academy of Engineering release, U.S. Engineering Schools to Educate 20,000 Students to Meet Grand Challenges, online at 4 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 5

5 studentexcellence 2015 BEYA STEM Conference Highlights The Annual Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Global Competitiveness Conference is the largest gathering of STEM professionals and leaders committed to increasing the percentage of people from historically underrepresented communities in the engineering and technology workforce. Themed Exceeding Expectations: Path to the Future, professionals enjoyed networking, training, seminars, and awe inspiring award events at this year s conference. Students attending the career fair, met top industry employers and engaged with alumni and university administrators from engineering schools across the country and took advantage of plenty of onsite resources designed to enhance their job searches. Alexandria Ward, a senior majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University was named winner of the BEYA Student Military Leadership Award. As a part of this honor, Ward was recognized on Friday, Feb. 6, at the conference in Washington, D.C. After graduation, Ward, a native of Durham, N.C., will join the United States Coast Guard and attend Officer Candidate School where she will train to serve as an officer with the ultimate goal of becoming a pilot. Many people go through life passively accepting the world as it is rather than accepting the challenge to be the difference the world needs. As president of the Institute of Industrial Engineering (IIE) student chapter at North Carolina A&T, I take great pride and responsibility in empowering our members and the engineering community to be that difference by encouraging them to develop themselves as ethical engineers. It is with that foundation, I believe we can impact the world in immeasurable ways in the future. As a member of the United States Coast Guard s College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative Scholarship Program, I hope to continue to grow as a leader and positively impact the lives of others globally in the field of aviation, said Ward. If you receive a future BEYA Award, please contact the College at coenews@ncat.edu. We will be at the 30th Annual 2016 BEYA STEM Awards February 18-20, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dean Robin Coger and Dr. Kendall Harris, Dean of Prairie View A&M University s College of Engineering served as emcees during the BEYA conference opening and award ceremonies. N.C. A&T College of Engineering booth at annual BEYA Career Fair. Pictured at left: Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Leotis Parrish, professor Ron Bailey and Dean Robin Alexandria Ward (center), a senior Industrial and Systems Engineering student is presented the BEYA Student Military Leadership Award. 6 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 7

6 studentexcellence intern with the company in the summer of 2014, which was an exciting experience and provided the chance for me to develop industry specifics skills. Curry beamed with excitement upon recently learning she had been awarded the Igor Sikorsky Scholarship. fall commencement Recipients of the scholarship receive a $10,000 award towards tuition and fees, and participate in a 10-week summer internship at Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, designed to indoctrinate scholars to the rotorcraft industry. The program prepares scholars for full-time employment by merging their academia engineering theory with real world engineering experience. Electrical and Computer Engineering student wins Sikorsky Scholarship Curry is also a participant of the North Carolina Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (NC-LSAMP) at A&T, and works with the E-academy teaching STEM to kids through robotics. An important key to being successful is having a creative outlet and embracing things outside of the classroom, which has helped me to become a more well-rounded individual, says Curry. After graduation, I would like to continue working with companies to design state-ofthe-art equipment that enable our military to protect our homeland, and to return home to their families safely. Etonia Curry recalls as a young kid she always had an an internship with Sikorsky as a part of the interest in robotics and electronic gadgets. engineering processing group. I learned about As she grew older, her interest never waned. the company through the college and through Curry, who grew up in Charlotte, N.C., and student services director, Charlene Carr, who attended West Charlotte High School, says her fascination with electronics is what eventually led to her majoring in electrical and computer engineering at North Carolina A&T State University, and forging her own creative path in hopes of one day becoming a pioneer. During her studies at N.C. A&T, Curry has applied her engineering knowledge to many valuable experiences outside the classroom. Following her freshman year, Curry secured distributes information to students regarding engineering scholarship opportunities. Based in Strafford, Connecticut, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced helicopters for commercial, industrial and military uses. Curry s role included developing guidelines for testing aviation software. The first time I applied last year, I did not win the scholarship, but I had an opportunity to Etonia Curry meets Congresswoman Alma Adams during a campus luncheon and meeting with student leaders on March 12. Fall 2014 commencement College of Engineering doctoral graduates. Center: husband and wife grads, Drs. Praharshin Melaka Senadeera, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Madhavi Hathurusinghe, Department of Energy and Environmental Systems. Bottom: Chancellor Martin, Dr. Leon White and Dr. Yeoheung 8 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 9

7 Researchexcellence A&T Graduate Research and Education in Cyber Security College of Engineering A by Terri Godwin As cyber attacks become more powerful and frequent, North Carolina A&T State University s Department of Computer Science is expanding its graduate-level cybersecurity program to meet the growing demands. In January, the Department of Computer Science was one of 13 historically black colleges and universities selected to participate in the new Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Pipeline Consortium. The 1.6 million grant will be used to expand enrollment in the department s master s and doctoral programs while training more cybersecurity professionals to handle the increasing amount of cybercrime affecting the country. The purpose of the research is to teach students the intricacies of cybersecurity, said Dr. Kenneth A. Williams, principal investigator for the consortium project and associate professor of computer science. The $25 million, five-year program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy and its National Nuclear Security Administration. This latest round of funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) will be used to support the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in cyber identity. The three-year grant awarded to Drs. Kaushik Roy, Albert Esterline and Xiaohong Yuan, will provide undergraduate scientists extensive research experience in cyber identity. Each summer, the REU fellowship will provide nine undergraduate researchers with free room and board, funds for travel expenses, and a stipend. Students will gain research experience engaging in projects such as establishing an identity-theory framework, exploiting WebIDs for multiple identities, applying authorship analysis, mitigating biometric-based replay attacks, identifying web clients through behavior characterization, and detecting cyber threats by matching patterns of user behavior. Students will also be exposed to a variety of seminars and panels on topics related to cyber identity. The NSF funded program will run from March 2015 through February A key achievement of N.C. A&T s cyber security program is the establishment of the Center for Advance Studies in Identity Sciences, (CASIS) which conducts research in identity science, cyber identity protection and privacy and the Center for Cyber Defense. Center for Academic Studies in Identity Sciences Provides a variety of innovate solutions to critical identity security issues. Provides the intelligence community with a pool of talented researchers in biometrics. The Center is also focused on boosting the number of African American Ph.D. and master s students working in biometrics. Funders: Army Research Laboratory, National Nuclear Security Administration and the National Science Foundation. Director: Dr. Gerry Dozier, professor and chairman, Computer Science More information: Center for Cyber Defense Department Designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. Director: Dr. Dorothy Yuan, associate professor, Computer Science For an overview of computer science research at A&T, visit This funding support confirms the success of our commitment to providing innovative solutions to critical identity security issues, while simultaneously increasing the pool of talented researchers and professionals in the cybersecurity workforce, said Dr. Gerry Dozier, chair of the Department of Computer Science. 10 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 11

8 FacultystaffNews Dr. Jagannathan Sankar Recognized by Triad Business Journal Dr. Desai Salil Class of 40 Leaders under 40 Dr. Jagannathan Jag Sankar, director of Engineering Research Center for Revolutionizing Metallic Biomaterials, (ERC-RMB) and Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering at North Carolina A&T State University was recognized by the Triad Business Journal as one of the Triad s Most Influential People for Sankar has been named to this notable list for the seventh year in a row. In its seventh year, the National Science Foundation s ERC-RMB, directed by Sankar, conducts collaborative research in the areas of biomedical engineering and nano-bio applications in partnership with an international collaboration of universities. Sankar has led efforts in positioning N.C. A&T as a leader in innovative advanced materials research, nanoengineering activities and transformational biomedical implant technologies through the ERC - RMB. The author of more than 400 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and scientific papers, Sankar has generated more than $45 million in competitive research funding at A&T. Sankar s recognitions include the 2010 O. Max Gardner Award. This is the highest honor awarded by the UNC Board of Governors given to a faculty member who has made the greatest contributions to the welfare of the human race. Other recognitions include: The White House Millennium Researcher award from the Department of Education, AAAS Mentor Award Publisher of Science, ORNL/DoE recognition and the Hind Rattan Award at the 30th International Congress of Non- Resident Indians (NRI). Sankar continues to serve on various blue ribbon panels at the state, national and international levels. He has organized and sponsored several international conferences and symposiums. Dr. Salil Desai, associate professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering was name to the Triad Business Journal s 2015 class of 40 Leaders Under 40 for the Piedmont Triangle area. Desai was honored for his research in collaboration with high-tech nano and bio companies that has the potential to revolutionize the fabrication of regenerative tissue scaffolds, bio-chem sensors and functionally gradient materials that lead to nextgeneration devices and systems. Desai patented a major advance in nanomanufacturing, a process that can fabricate selective features at both the micro- and nano-scale. The ability to fabricate structures from the micro-scale to the nano-scale with varied geometry and high precision in a wide variety of materials is important in advancing the practical impact of micro- and nano-technology in the semiconductor, biotechnology and industrial sectors. He has collaborated with NanoTech Labs of Yadkinville to apply his technology to the fabrication of flexible Thin-Film-Transistors for aerospace technologies. Their team has received Small Business Technology Transfer funding from the U.S. Air Force. The innovation was supported by the Oak Ridge National Lab as a disruptive technology. Desai was awarded the National Science Foundation CAREER award to investigate fundamental phenomena for developing innovative nano/micro scale processes in The CAREER Program offers the National Science Foundation s most prestigious awards in support of junior faculty who exemplify the role of teacher-scholars through outstanding research, excellent education and the integration of education and research. Engineering Faculty Published in Mobile Computing Magazine Dr. Corey Graves, associate professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and graduate students Timothy Negron, Michael Chestnut, II, and Gabriel Popoola coauthored an article titled: Studying Smart Spaces Using an Ubiquitous Computing Analogy. The article will be published in the spring edition of IEEE Pervasive Computing Mobile and Ubiquitous Systems Magazine. IEEE Pervasive Computing explores pervasive and ubiquitous computing with research articles, case studies, product reviews, conference reports, departments covering wearable and mobile technologies, and more. Graves and electrical engineering graduate student, Shelby Kilgore also published an article titled: Processing Pre-Existing Connect-the-Dots Puzzles for Educational Repurposing Applications to be published in the March 2015 Edition of Proceedings of IEEE International Conference on Pervasive Computing and Communications. In the article, Graves and Kilgore present their findings by testing an algorithm used in processing connect-the-dots puzzles. In particular, the use of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and other image processing algorithms used to analyze preexisting connect-the-dots puzzles is explored. The algorithm developed utilizes Matlab and C# to locate and identify numbers in the puzzles. To test accuracy of the algorithm, an experiment was conducted using 20 hand selected puzzles from an online source. The function of the algorithm used was evaluated by visually capturing design of the puzzles, and comparing the results generated by the algorithm. Findings of the research reveal that the algorithm has great accuracy with the implementation of a few minor adjustments. The proposed research will aid in the development of an application that will provide educational benefits to children in an emergent technological world. STAFF NOTES Members of the College of Engineering s administrative staff team deliver supplies to Gillespie Park Elementary School as a part of their community service project. Left to right: Trevor Taylor, Heather Stewart, Ava Dickens, Dr. Amanda McIver and Charlene Carr 12 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 13

9 collegenews Double Take What Martin and Malcolm had to say Twins Activate Love of Computer Science left to right: Megan, Malcolm, Macey, Martin M 2 Megan and Macey Macey Morgan: Computer Science Master s of Science, Graduation Date: Spring 2015 Where are you from? I am from Nashville, a small town in North Carolina. Where did you complete your undergraduate studies? I completed my undergraduate studies at N.C. A&T and majored in computer science. What was unique about your experience at A&T? I had the opportunity to travel to many different places for conferences and internships that I may not have had otherwise. What did you enjoy most about your college years? I enjoyed the community aspect at N.C. A&T. My peers at A&T really look out for one another and we all make sure that everyone excels. What are your plans after graduation? After graduation, I plan to work for the federal government. Any last words? I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience at A&T, and I would highly recommend it to others. Megan Morgan: Computer Science Master s of Science, Graduation Date: Spring 2015 Where are you from? Nashville, NC Where did you attend undergraduate school? I attended N.C. A&T and majored in computer science. Was there anything unique about your experience at A&T? I think a lot of students at A&T are like me. They want to learn, grow, be involved and appreciate their short time in college. What did you enjoy most? The College of Engineering has an amazing sense of pride and family. As students, we really look out for another. I enjoyed having like-minded students around me to inspire me to be a better student. What are your plans after graduation? After graduation, I plan to work for the federal government in the Washington, DC area. Any last words? I am grateful to the Department of Computer Science for how the faculty and staff nurture the students. The faculty has created a culture of academic excellence that inspires students to be successful, whether in business or academia. Martin Blow: Computer Science Master s of Science, Graduation Date: Spring 2015 Where are you from? The metropolis of Snow Hill, North Carolina As young adults were there any sort of pressures that comes with bearing the same name as two iconic civil rights leaders in America? Well, once people make the connection between our names (a connection that I too missed at first), then yes, we are expected to live up to the greatness that comes with the legacy of the extraordinary Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. The motivation that stems from this pressure helps us to persevere when times get rough. Where did you attend undergraduate school? I completed my undergraduate at N.C. A&T. I had a double major in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, with a minor in Applied Mathematics. What was unique about your experience at A&T? My experience at A&T was indeed special. Many of the opportunities afforded me in the time I ve been at A&T happened as a result of my affiliation with the university. During my freshman year, I began conducting research with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). My advisor saw the potential in Malcolm and I, and introduced us to one of his colleagues across the country, who invited us for an internship at the University of Utah s Robotics Testing Laboratory. After attending the career fair, I wasn t expecting to be offered an internship as a freshman, but was able to gain valuable experience there. The next two summers, were spent working with NOAA in Silver Springs, Maryland working with their autonomous underwater vehicle command, known as the Office of Marine and Aviation Operations. This was directly related to my on-campus research. These initial internships helped provide a strong foundation and in concert with my academics, allowed me to succeed when I worked for the federal government. What did you enjoy most about A&T? I enjoyed serving on leadership boards because I want to help make the university better. I have served on the executive boards of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Tau Beta Pi (the Engineering Honor Society), Upsilon Pi Epsilon (the Computer Science Honor Society), the Cyber Club, and the Graduate Student Advisory Council (GSAC). What are your plans after graduation? As a part of my commitment and participation in the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Program, I plan to pursue a job in the federal government and work in the information field for three years. Any last words? I am glad I chose North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to further develop myself both academically and professionally. Malcolm Blow: Computer Science Master s of Science, Graduation Date: Spring 2015 Where are you from? Snow Hill, NC As young adults were there any sort of pressures that come with bearing the same name as two iconic civil rights leaders in America? Every few months or so, I meet someone who (after hearing my brother and I introduce ourselves) make the comment those are some powerful names to live up to. But overall, I will say that that there is no pressure, but my namesake did foster a desire for me to constantly develop myself in areas such as leadership, management, public speaking, etc. Where did you attend undergraduate school? North Carolina A&T State University, I had a double major in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, with a minor in Applied Mathematics. What was unique about your experience at A&T? I was awarded a full fellowship through the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Program, and was able to use my Master s project to teach other students the basics of cyber security and ethical hacking. What did you enjoy most? I enjoyed being able to use the resources of the computer science labs (routers, servers, sandboxed networks, etc.) to learn and grow in the areas of cyber security. Those resources and experience have equipped me for the workforce. What are your plans after graduation? I plan on working in federal or state government after graduation. Any last words? Aggie Pride! 14 Changing the World through Engineering Changing the World through Engineering 15

10 ALUMNISPOTLIGHT Retired Dean Donates $25,000 towards New Engineering Building Engineering alumnus, James Dalton, P.E. 78 receives Distinguished Executive Presidential Rank Award Engineering alumnus, James Dalton, P.E. (BS 78) has received the Distinguished Executive Presidential Rank Award. Dalton serves as chief of engineering and construction, and is responsible for policy, program, and technical expertise in design and construction programs worth over $10 billion for the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, other federal agencies, and more than sixty foreign nations. He also serves as the Corps South Atlantic Division Regional Integration Team (RIT) leader and leads the USACE Committee on Climate Change Adaptation that supports the ASA (CW), HON Jo-Ellen Darcy, in her role on the Interagency Climate Change Adaptation Task Force. Each year, the president confers the ranks of Distinguished Executive and Meritorious Executive on a select group of career members of the SES who have provided exceptional service to the American people. Eight Army SES members were selected for the awards for fiscal year 2014, including three from USACE. The Distinguished Executive, Presidential Rank Award is bestowed upon SES members who also possess an exceptional record of achieving major program goals, and exceeding customer expectations by marshaling internal and external resources to attain high-quality outcomes that are technically sound and cost-effective, as well as yield rewards commensurate with the level of risk. Dalton, a North Carolina native has served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers since After a stint with the Environmental Protection Agency in Atlanta Ga., Dalton joined the Corps Wilmington District in Wilmington, N.C. He began his career with the Corps as a cost engineer in Wilmington after completion of the training program. Dalton earned his bachelor of science in architectural engineering in 1978, from North Carolina A&T State University and a master s in civil engineering from North Carolina State University in As a part of this honor, Dalton will receive a gold pin and signed certificate awarded by the president of the United States. Giving back to his alma mater just seemed like the right thing to do for retired dean of the College of Engineering, Dr. Joseph Monroe, a 1962 graduate of North Carolina A&T State University. Monroe s $25,000 gift is the first major donation towards a new engineering building which he fully supports. A computer scientist, Monroe received his undergraduate degrees in mathematics, English and French from North Carolina A&T State University. He earned his master s and doctoral degrees in computer science from Texas A&M University in 1967 and 1972, respectively. Monroe was the first African American to earn a doctoral degree in computer science in the United States. Upon graduation, Monroe was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and appointed as an associate professor of computer science at the U.S. Air Force Academy. From , he held various positions at the U.S. Air Force Academy, including as the Dean of the Faculty, chair of the Department of Electrical Engineering, chair of the Computer Science Department. Monroe went on to become the first African American appointed as a full professor at the U.S. Air Force Academy. While there, he was responsible for developing computer software systems such as the U.S. Air Force Manpower System, the U.S. Army Personnel System, U.S. Air Force Logistics systems, and the Armed Forces Intelligence Data Handling System. In addition, Monroe designed accredited computer science programs for the Egyptian Air Force Academy, and the Royal Thai Air Force Academy. Monroe returned to A&T in 1991, and was named Ronald E. McNair Endowed Professor and chair of Computer Science. In 2000, Monroe assumed the role of dean of the College of Engineering. Under his leadership, the Department of Computer Science expanded its programs, and increased funding. Monroe was a founding member of the first computer science honor society, Upsilon Pi Epsilon, which is now an international society. He served on the board of directors for the Industries of the Blind, the board of directors for Computing at NASA, and the board that governs the practice of Engineering and Surveying in North Carolina. We are grateful for Joseph Monroe s contribution to the new engineering building, said Dr. Coger, Dean of the College of Engineering. This new facility is vital to the continuous growth and expansion of our engineering programs and research. Monroe is married to the former Sally McNair. They have two sons: Joseph Monroe, Jr. and Robert Bruce Monroe. 16 Changing the World through Engineering

11 College of Engineering North Carolina A&T State University 1601 East Market Street McNair Hall Greensboro, NC Tech Minute Segment The College of Engineering launched TECH Minute. The radio segment produced in conjunction with WNAA 90.1 FM. features discussions by College of Engineering faculty and researchers on innovative advances and approaches anchored in engineering and computer science. The broadcast airs on WNAA 90.1 and Sirius XM Satellite Radio Channel 142. Listen to past segments in our audio archives at

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