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2025 Newsletter
International student aims to transform lives through tech
OGDEN, Utah — Luka Shvelidze came to Utah for college, but he came to the United States for the adventure of learning and finding ways to improve people’s lives. Raised in the nation of Georgia, Shvelidze came to the U.S. nearly three years ago as a high school exchange student — one of a select few chosen to participate in the Future Leaders Exchange program funded by the U.S. Department of State.
Faculty Research Honored by the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Industrial Chemistry & Materials (ICM)
Weber State University proudly announces that Dr. Bharath Babu Nunna’s research has been honored by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) through its journal, Industrial Chemistry & Materials (ICM). His article, "Investigation on electrocatalytic performance and material degradation of an N-doped graphene-MOF nanocatalyst in emulated electrochemical environments," has been selected for inclusion in the prestigious ICM Virtual Collection – Porous Materials.
Patrick Beck Honored with Presidential Outstanding Staff Award
Congratulations to Patrick Beck from the Computer Science department on being a recipient of the Presidential Outstanding Staff Award!
This prestigious award recognizes staff members who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to excellence in their work and to the university’s mission.
Pat DeJong Named a 2024-2025 Weber State University Career Champion!
Congratulations to Pat DeJong, an advisor from the School of Computing, on being recognized as a 2024-2025 Career Champion Staff Member! Pat was nominated by multiple students for this honor and selected by our Career Champions Committee. We are excited to celebrate this achievement alongside you and the other distinguished Career Champions.
Enterprise Rentals hosts successful sales competition on campus
OGDEN – Weber State University’s Professional Sales program, in partnership with Enterprise Rentals, hosted an exciting and competitive Sales Competition on Wednesday, February 26, at the Noorda Building on campus. The event brought together 50 talented Professional Sales students who showcased their skills in a high-energy, real-world sales environment.
Congratulations to Scott Holland on receiving the Presidential Teaching Excellence Award!
The Presidential Teaching Excellence Award recognizes faculty who are outstanding teachers. Teaching excellence, manifested in various ways, brings significant and valuable results for students and their success.
Fox13- Weber State University Automotive Contest
The Weber State University Automotive Contest established in 1986, invites local high schools to compete by diagnosing vehicles with deliberately introduced faults. Participants work as teams, simulating real-world automotive repair shop scenarios, where they diagnose problems, collaborate, and apply hands-on technical skills.
From Classroom to Garage: WSU Automotive Tech Alumni Share Their Journey
In the podcast episode "Cars and Education Part 2" from "To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before," Caid and Dallas, alumni of Weber State University's Automotive Technology Program, discuss their passion for cars, educational paths, and career journeys.
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Dr. Jonathan West Recognized as a 2024-2025 WSU Career Champion Faculty Member!
Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan West from the Electrical and Computer Engineering department! He has been selected as a 2024-2025 Weber State University Career Champion Faculty Member!
Kaylene Whicker Recognized as a 2024-2025 WSU Career Champion for Outstanding Student Support
Kaylene Whicker (WSU EAST Career Advisor) has been selected as a 2024-2025 Weber State University Career Champion Staff Member in recognition of her outstanding support for students' career development. This honor, established by Career Services in 2020, highlights faculty and staff who go above and beyond in helping students succeed before and after graduation.
John Kelly Discusses EV Innovations and Consumer Insights on The Current Review Podcast
John Kelly joined the 18th episode of The Current Review podcast to discuss the evolution of hybrid and electric vehicles. He highlighted advancements in heating systems, thermal management, and heat pumps, while addressing efficiency, maintenance challenges, and EV longevity.
‘Desire for efficiency’ drives Weber State student to seek energy innovation in Utah
OGDEN, Utah — A “desire for efficiency” isn’t how most people would describe the path to their career, but it’s what drove Weber State University student Matt Millburn to pursue a degree in energy engineering.
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Professor John D. Kelly Celebrates 35 Years of Teaching
Professor John D. Kelly recently celebrated 35 remarkable years of teaching in the automotive program. From his beginnings at the GM training center to becoming our resident transmission specialist and a leading authority on electric vehicles, his vast expertise and unwavering dedication to student success continue to inspire us all.
Josh Jensen Honored with Presidential Teaching Excellence Award
Congratulations to Computer Science Assistant Professor Josh Jensen for earning the esteemed Presidential Teaching Excellence Award for the College of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology
President Mortensen surprised Josh and his students by visiting his classroom yesterday to personally announce this well-deserved honor.
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Advancing Cancer Detection: Dr. Bharath Babu Nunna's Latest Research in ACS Omega
Dr. Bharath Babu Nunna, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Weber State University, recently published a groundbreaking study in ACS Omega titled "Enhanced Stability and Sensitivity for CA-125 Detection Under Microfluidic Shear Flow Using Polyethylene Glycol-Coated Biosensor."
Read the full publication: https://pubs.acs.org/
Weber State Automotive on "To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before" Podcast
Brandon Stevenson and student Makenna Montierth from Weber State University's Automotive Technology Program were featured guests on the popular podcast To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before.
"To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before" Podcast (skip to 7:00)
Hybrid Rocket Publication - AIAA SciTech
A paper co-authored by Dr. Dustin Birch has been accepted for publication in the proceedings of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) SciTech 2025 Forum. This accomplishment reflects a collaborative effort between Dr. Birch, the MARS Center, and a research team from the University of Utah's Department of Mechanical Engineering.
WSU Automotive Program Spotlighted in University of Utah Publication
Weber State University is recognized as one of Utah's leaders in clean transportation. The WSU Automotive Training Program was recently featured in a publication by the University of Utah.
Driving Towards an Electric Future: Utah’s Clean Transportation Workforce (pdf)
Weber State University Honors the Legacy of Dr. Steven Eichmeier
OGDEN, Utah – Weber State University mourns the passing of Dr. Steven H. Eichmeier, who passed away on January 1, 2025, at the age of 83. Dr. Eichmeier’s profound impact as an educator and leader will forever be etched into the history of the Department of Professional Sales.