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�Ӱ�ԭ�� University’s Faculty of Engineering and Design (FED) has moved up two spots to No. 10 in Canada in the . FED’s electronics engineering profile ranked No. 4 in Canada, and for the first time, our civil engineering profile was ranked No. 9 nationally.

The U.S. News & World Report, a U.S.-based media company known for education analysis and global rankings, placed �Ӱ�ԭ��’s Faculty of Engineering and Design in the top 30 per cent of engineering schools worldwide. The rankings are based solely on academic research performance and international reputation.

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From Blocks to Blueprints: How a �Ӱ�ԭ�� Engineering Grad is Shaping Cities with Minecraft

Alexandra Sebben — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 21:31:04 +0000

From Blocks to Blueprints: How a �Ӱ�ԭ�� Engineering Grad is Shaping Cities with Minecraft

Published on July 31, 2025

Time to read: 1 minutes

Matt Holmes isn’t your typical engineering grad. After earning a degree from �Ӱ�ԭ�� University’s program, he became an airport planner at Vancouver International Airport and a YouTube sensation.

Through his channel, , Holmes has built a global following teaching realistic city design using Minecraft — inspiring future architects and engineers one block at a time.

Holmes credits �Ӱ�ԭ�� for giving him the tools to turn a childhood curiosity into a thriving creative career. The university’s distinctive engineering program — and the opportunities it offered — gave him the knowledge, experience and confidence to transform his interest in building virtual cities into real-world impact.

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From Garage to Greatness: Taking �Ӱ�ԭ��’s Planetary Robotics Club to New Heights

cuthemeedtr5 — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 18:49:50 +0000

From Garage to Greatness: Taking �Ӱ�ԭ��’s Planetary Robotics Club to New Heights

Published on July 31, 2025

Riley, a passionate engineering student and leader of the Planetary Robotics Club, has transformed a small garage team into the largest robotics club at �Ӱ�ԭ�� University, boasting over 200 members. This remarkable growth is a testament to Riley’s dedication and vision, especially in the face of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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International Ingenuity: Solar & Biogas Feats in Uganda

cuthemeedtr5 — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:06:18 +0000

International Ingenuity: Solar & Biogas Feats in Uganda

Published on July 31, 2025

Time to read: 1 minutes

When you need to solve a complex global problem, you ask an engineer for help.

For Vitoria Houston, a recent mechanical engineering graduate, and Benjamin Pyun, a current aerospace engineering student, their dreams of supporting a global engineering initiative in Africa became a reality this past summer.

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Co-Op Student Highlight: Virtual Reality Development at the Experiential Learning Hub

cuthemeedtr5 — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 19:50:20 +0000

Co-Op Student Highlight: Virtual Reality Development at the Experiential Learning Hub

Published on July 31, 2025

Bella MacCulloch, a third-year co-op student in the Interactive Media and Design (IMD) program is helping the Experiential Learning Hub (ELH) make strides in exploring the development of virtual reality experiences for teaching and learning purposes.

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Innovative Teaching with VR: Reflections from the Experiential Learning Hub

cuthemeedtr5 — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:57:36 +0000

Innovative Teaching with VR: Reflections from the Experiential Learning Hub

Published on July 31, 2025

The winter term marked the Experiential Learning Hub’s (ELH) first full semester operating since its launch in October of 2023. We asked four instructors who innovatively incorporated virtual reality (VR) into their courses this past term to share their reflections on their experience working with the ELH.

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Revolutionizing Neonatal Care: Innovations in NICU Patient Monitoring

cuthemeedtr5 — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:28:49 +0000

Revolutionizing Neonatal Care: Innovations in NICU Patient Monitoring

Published on July 31, 2025

In the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), every second counts. For babies fighting for their lives, traditional wired sensors play a crucial role in monitoring vital signs like blood oxygen levels and heart rate. However, these sensors come with limitations, from causing false alarms and disturbing fragile infant skin to impeding parental bonding.

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Actua, Virtual Ventures’ Network Organization, Receives $38.4 million from Government of Canada’s Strategic Science Fund

cuthemeedtr5 — Mon, 27 May 2024 15:56:30 +0000

Actua, Virtual Ventures' Network Organization, Receives $38.4 million from Government of Canada’s Strategic Science Fund

Published on July 31, 2025

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Custom Fit: Creating AI-Powered Exoskeletons for Individual Mobility Needs

cuthemeedtr5 — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 16:03:38 +0000

Custom Fit: Creating AI-Powered Exoskeletons for Individual Mobility Needs

Published on July 31, 2025