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Fully Endowed FW Olin College of Engineering Opens

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the philanthropy-is-good dept.

olin01 writes "USA Today has a story on the Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, which opens this Friday to its freshman class. Olin's goal is to graduate students who are "renaissance engineers," meaning that not only do the have the technical knowledge and skills but also a strong understanding of their context through studies in arts, humanities, social science, and entrepreneurship. This past year, 30 "pre-freshman" worked with faculty, staff, and administration to create the college's curriculum and student live programs. Olin also gives a full tuition scholarship to all admitted students, more information on their website."

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  1. i'd like to choose what to take for a degree by TechnoVooDooDaddy · · Score: 5, Funny
    This past year, 30 "pre-freshman" worked with faculty, staff, and administration to create the college's curriculum and student live programs. This strikes me as a little odd.. why were a bunch of kids allowed input on the degree courses? how much valid input could they possibly provide? When i was 17/18, my ideas would've been along the lines of: We need classes in
    • FPS: The History of Quake
    • Beer Bongs 101
    • Photography 101: The Nude Review
  2. T-Shirt idea: by mshomphe · · Score: 5, Funny

    Olin College Engineers are FULLY ENDOWED

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