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Welcome to the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering at the University of Florida’s digital newsletter. Each semester, you will receive a message from us highlighting departmental updates and successes. We look forward to connecting with you!
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Message from the Chair
We are pleased to share with you news and events from the UF Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering. >>>
David Kaber, Ph.D.
Dean’s Leadership Professor
ISE Department Chair
Research Spotlight
ISE Faculty receive funding from the Department of Transportation after winning Inclusive Design Challenge.
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Student News
OEM student Kathleen Plinske, Ph.D., named the president of Valencia College in Orlando, FL.
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Department News
The UF ISE Ambassadors make their mark despite a challenging year.
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Alumni Spotlight
UF ISE alum, Consuela Smith discusses what motivates her to break down barriers in the workforce.
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