Objectives

BuilD a shared vision

The MEET Consortium builds a shared vision for strengthening Minnesota State Engineering and Engineering Technology programs through innovation, partnership, and mutuality.

inspire collaboration

This MEET Consortium inspires collaboration among peers committed to envisioning a growing and successful system of Minnesota State Engineering and Engineering Technology programs.

provide opportunity

The MEET Consortium provides an opportunity for two and four year Minnesota State Engineering and Engineering Technology programs to increase awareness, build relationships, and facilitate collaborations among each other.

February event 2024

Minnesota State Engineering & Engineering Technology (MEET) Consortium Seminar- The Curious Question

When:  February 16, 2024| 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m
Where:
 MinnPoly, An Institute of Minnesota State University, Mankato | St. Paul College, 235 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN
Who:  Engineering and Engineering Technology Faculty and Secondary Instructors

Title:
 Minnesota State Engineering & Engineering Technology (MEET) Consortium Seminar- The Curious Question
Description: Please join us for this exploratory seminar with Dr. A. L. Ranen McLanahan, Program Director and National Speaker for the renowned Kern Family Foundation. Come uncover the strategies to transform your engineering education through an entrepreneurial lens. Dr. McLanahan will lead your journey into the curious question, the student perception of value, the less-stress grading structure, and supercharging student engagement with the science of human attention.


The event will include a networking lunch for sharing best practices and engaging in conversations about effective teaching methods.

There is no charge for the event.
Free lunch and professional development certification available.


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March 2024 event

Mechatronics, Automation and Robotics (MAR) Workshop

When:  March 1, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where:
 Van Meter Training Facility | 7450 95th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN
Who:  Engineering and Engineering Technology Faculty, Staff and Secondary Instructors in Mechatronics, Automation, and Robotics (MAR)

Title:
 Mechatronics, Automation, and Robotics (MAR) Workshop
Description: An immersive workshop of innovation, networking, and educational sessions to enhance your role as an educator in mechatronics, robotics, and automation technology. Gain insights into Industry 4.0 trends, explore Industry 5.0 prospects, and connect with industry insiders. This is your opportunity to tap into seasoned practitioners’ expertise and engage with forward-thinking tech planners.

Sessions will be led by experts including Toni Etten, Jeff Spadaro, Charles Engrem and Zach Dotson, covering digitization, smart workforce solutions, flexible manufacturing, and cybersecurity.

There is no charge for the event.
Free lunch and professional development certification available.