McNeese Department of Engineering & Computer Science

06/17/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. Srinivasan Ambatipati on officially stepping into his new role as the Dean of the College of Engineering and Sciences! ✨
Before taking on the Deanship, Dr. Vasan served as our Department Head of Engineering and Computer Sciences, where his unmatched dedication to students, faculty, and the program left a lasting impact.
Beyond his impressive leadership, anyone who has worked with Dr. Vasan knows him as a patient, calm, and approachable mentor. No matter how busy things get, he leads with a steady hand, a kind heart, and a genuine passion for education and innovation that inspires everyone around him. We simply couldn't ask for a better person to lead the way!
It is incredibly exciting to see him take on this next chapter. We are so lucky to have his vision, character, and leadership guiding the whole college forward.
So well-deserved, Dr. Vasan—congratulations from all of us! 👏🎉

06/15/2026

We invite highly motivated students to apply for graduate study opportunities in Engineering. Positions are available across a range of concentrations:
🔹 Chemical Engineering
🔹 Mechanical Engineering
🔹 Civil Engineering
🔹 Electrical Engineering
🔹 Computer Engineering
What’s Included?:
Selected candidates will be offered full scholarships, which cover tuition and provide RA/TA support for two years. These positions are ideal for students seeking advanced training, research experience, and professional development in a dynamic and collaborative academic environment.
👤 Who Should Apply:
Applicants should demonstrate strong academic preparation, a passion for engineering, and an interest in research and innovation. Prior research experience is encouraged but not required.
🚀 Join us to advance your career and contribute to impactful engineering solutions!
📬 How to Apply:
Visit https://www.mcneese.edu/ to explore our programs.
For detailed inquiries or to submit your application materials, please contact Dr.Srinivasan Ambatipati (Dean of College of Engineering and Sciences and Coordinator of Graduate Studies) at [email protected]

06/11/2026

Big congratulations to our McNeese Engineering and Computer Science students!🎉🎉
Dubem Akukwe, Vinisha Chaudhary, Ethan Wang, Trent Hulshoff, and Precious Adeniyi traveled to Palestine, Texas, from May 17 to 21 for the NASA LaACES balloon launch. Accompanied by their project mentor, Dr. Bei Xie, the team successfully launched their balloon payload, analyzed the environmental data, and delivered their final presentation.
Through their project, "Development of LaACES Balloon Payload for Air Quality Study," these students gained true hands-on experience with circuit design, programming, project management, and data analysis. This year's goal was to design a payload with an ozone sensor to measure the light intensity of Earth's atmosphere, alongside tracking temperature and humidity.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work and successful launch! 💛

06/08/2026

Don't miss out on ENCS June Newsletter! Amazing recap of our recent activities https://conta.cc/4fIQezK

Email from McNeese - ENCS E&CS Modem E&CS MODEM McNeese Engineering and Computer Science June 2026 CONGRATULATIONS SPRING 2026 GRADUATES! 73 students graduated from Engineering and Computer Science in

06/04/2026

Graduate Student Spotlight:
Congratulations to Maniratna Subedi, who just graduated this May with his Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering!
During his two years here, Maniratna focused on the hands-on side of things—spending a lot of time in the labs, working with testing equipment, and tackling projects that look exactly like what he'll see in the real world. He was also a big part of American Society of Civil Engineers(ASCE), working closely with classmates and building up the confidence he needs for his career.
Reflecting on his time here, Maniratna shared:
"My graduate experience at McNeese has been incredibly meaningful. I'm so thankful for the Civil Engineering faculty who bring real field experience into the classroom. I'm especially grateful to Dr. Farid Hosseinpour for his guidance and mentorship during my research, and to Dr. Srinivasan Ambatipati for his leadership and continuous support.”
What's next?
Maniratna is moving to Pennsylvania to start working as a Structural Engineer for AI Engineers, Inc
We’re incredibly proud of you, Maniratna! Can't wait to see what you do. next.

06/02/2026

Know a high school student interested in engineering? Registration is closing fast for the 2026 McNeese Summer Engineering Research Academy!🔬

Students get a true hands-on college experience using real university equipment in labs led by McNeese professors.

🚨 Registration Deadlines:
Week 1 (June 15-19): due June 4
Week 2( July 6-10): due June 25
WEEKS 1 & 2- due June 4
💰 Cost: $500 per week, or save $200 by signing up for both weeks ($800 total).
Check out the link for more details.
https://www.mcneese.edu/iiec/mcneese-engineering-academy/

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Huge congratulations to McNeese’s newest inductees into the Pledge of the Computing Professionals! Taking this pledge means choosing a path of deep responsibility, ethics, and excellence. We can’t wait to be guided by your leadership and we are so incredibly proud of you!