Engineering in the Community
Engineers solve problems, and there is no shortage of them in New
York City.
Columbia Engineering puts the creative minds of every first-year
student to the task of finding ways to solve or ameliorate these
real-world problems. From designing and building a wheelchair swing for
a playground to constructing a greenhouse for a high school, our
students experience the satisfaction of helping others while learning
the basics of design, collaboration, communication, problem solving,
and project management.
In our community-based programs, from a
workforce development training program in informational technology for
community residents to sponsoring the Harlem Middle School Robotics
Competition, our students can learn well by doing good.
Established in 2006, the Center for Technology, Innovation and Community Engagement focuses on creating authentic university-community partnerships, promoting community-based learning programs, and building community capacity.
CTICE develops, supports, and coordinates a growing list of courses, co-curricular activities, and community outreach programs that harness the intellectual and material resources available at Columbia University to benefit the local community.
A common thread uniting CTICE’s activities is the belief that real-world experience enhances the educational experience, at any level, and all CTICE activities utilize community-based learning to educate students and benefit the local community.
