Interdisciplinary Projects (IDPro)
What is Interdisciplinary Projects (IDPro)?
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Why Should I Participate?
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- real-world experience
- teamwork
- communication
- leadership
- career preparation
- confidence
- multidisciplinary collaboration
What Will I Actually Do?
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How is the program structured
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Who can participate?
- Which majors?
- Which academic years?
- Is it required or optional?
- How do students get involved?
- Are there prerequisites?
How does IDPro prepare me for what's next?
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Macey Gannaway
Major: Construction engineering and management
Bridge experience: Internship with Southland Industries
“Working in the real world is the most important experience I've had. My internship has helped me hone my technical and managerial skills — and to bring it back into the classroom, group projects, and other aspects of my life.”
Solomon Afework
Major: Chemical engineering
Bridge experience: Co-op with Smurfit Westrock
“My bridge experience is almost like a long-term interview. If everything goes well, I’ll end up working for the company. The return on investment when it comes to going into the workforce is astronomical.”
