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There is strong communication between the Advisory Board, faculty and students. Students are encouraged to be active in organizations, understand their education and they receive real life working experience. The interaction that a student has with the Advisory Board, faculty, and organizations prepares them for what they will see in the engineering field. The end result is a student ready for their engineering career.

I emphatically recommend the Minnesota State University Civil Engineering program to interested students and encourage employers to seek out Minnesota State University Civil Engineering graduates. This program has consistently developed winners since its inaugural class in 2003.

These experiences taught the importance of practical solutions to engineering challenges. The hands-on nature of the Minnesota State University Civil Engineering program provided me with the confidence to succeed. Throughout my education, I was encouraged to apply for summer internships, provided with opportunities to assist in research and solved practical real-world problems in the classroom. This additional knowledge helped me understand challenges present in the field and respect the unknowns on all construction sites.

The Minnesota State Mankato curriculum provides students with the ability to develop soft skills by stepping out of the classroom and collaborating with regional professionals. These soft skills, coupled with technical education, have allowed me to excel in a variety of professional settings. I would recommend Minnesota State University to any student interested in pursuing a career in civil engineering. The program is tailored to individuals seeking a practical education that focuses on applying technical skills to real-world situations.

The professors were very knowledgeable in their areas of expertise and strived to provide real world examples coupled with theoretical analysis to enthusiastically teach the principles of engineering. The Civil Engineering program at Minnesota State University Mankato transformed me from a student to an educated professional equipped with the necessary tools to enter the workforce and quickly advance in my career.

You could get to know and work with your peers. When I graduated, I felt prepared to start my career. I think the most beneficial class was the year-long senior design project. It was the most relatable to real world work. The senior design course is what makes Minnesota State University students stand out. They have to work as a team, hold public information meetings, and most of the civil engineering disciplines are covered. I would recommend Minnesota State Mankato to any student planning on studying civil engineering.