Engineers Week 2026: Engineering Deans Spotlight ACEC Ohio Central Chapter Luncheon
On February 25, engineering professionals from across Central Ohio gathered at Villa Milano to celebrate Engineers Week 2026 and explore this year’s theme: “Transform the Future – Bridging Academia & Industry.”
The luncheon panel discussion featured engineering deans from The Ohio State University, University of Dayton, Ohio Northern University, and Ohio University, who shared insights on evolving academic priorities, industry partnerships, and how universities are preparing the next generation of engineers. The following engineering deans participated:
David Juedes, PhD, Associate Dean of Academics, Ohio University
Gül Kremer, PhD, Dean of the School of Engineering, University of Dayton
David Tomasko, PhD, Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Student Services, College of Engineering, The Ohio State University
JD Yoder, PhD, Dean of TJ Smull College of Engineering, Ohio Northern University
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