Lawrence Tech Magazine Summer 2012 : Cover 2
Summer 2012 Volume XXX, Number 2 Published by Lawrence Technological University, Office of Marketing and Public Affairs, 21000 West Ten Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075-1058; 248.204.2200 or 800.CALL.LTU, ext. 4 Fax 248.204.2318 email: mktngpub@ltu.edu Virinder K. Moudgil President Stephen E. Brown Vice President of University Advancement Editor: Bruce J. Annett, Jr. (bannett@ltu.edu) Managing Editor: Eric Pope (epope@ltu.edu) Design: NetWorks Design, Inc. Writers: Bruce J. Annett, Jr., Diana Jacokes; Chris Mead, Eric Pope LAWRENCE TECHNOL OGICAL UNIVERSIT Y MA GAZINE T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 ‘It’s all about students’ – President Virinder K. Moudgil plans to build on established traditions. 12 Looking ahead – Environmental scanning electron microscope opens up new avenues of research and instruction. 24 31 Alumni News – Larry Lawson and Marcell Todd receive Alumni Achievement Award; interior architecture alumna leads Color and Trim Studio at GM; alumnus plays key role in aiding combat operations; SAE International honors LTU student leader for third time; and more! Editorial Support: Deborah Faes, Dino Hernandez, Sofia Lulgjuraj, Chris Mead, Mary Randazzo Photography: Bruce J. Annett, Jr., Steve Cantrell, Ken Cook, Gary Duncan, Lesley Mason, Tracy McGhee, Justin Munter, Eric Pope, Rick Smith, Glen Triest; and others. © 2012 Lawrence Technological University. All rights reserved. Bylined articles reflect the author’s views and not necessarily either the opinions or the policies of the University. Comments about the Magazine, articles, or letters may be sent to the editor. Send address changes to the postal, fax, or email addresses noted above. On the cover: Virinder K. Moudgil is the seventh president of Lawrence Technological University. He plans to build on longstanding traditions at the University as he focuses on student achievement and success. (Photo by Rick Smith) Notice of non-discriminatory policy: Lawrence Technological University adheres and conforms to all federal, state, and local civil rights regulations, statutes, and ordinances. No person, student, faculty, or staff member will knowingly be discriminated against relative to the above statutes. Lawrence Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 4 Design and function – Transportation design prepares students for the auto industry’s future. 15 Alumni Notes – Moves, advance-ments, and other news from Lawrence Tech and DIT alumni near and far. Donor Honor Roll 2011 – Lawrence Tech recognizes the generous support of its donors. On Campus – Lawrence Tech’s Gold Edison Award for innovation; Online educa-tion scores well in national survey; students win entre-preneurial and innovation contests; bachelor’s degree in robotics engineering launched; TechCat+ brings cloud to the library; and more! facebook.com/lawrencetechu twitter.com/#!/LawrenceTechU youtube.com/lawrencetech 37 8 Multiplying channels – Media communication students acquire many tools of the trade. For the latest about Lawrence Tech, visit www.ltu.edu/news Join Lawrence Tech Alumni on LinkedIn
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