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The Engineering School Senior Thesis -
100 Years and Counting / 8
William Mynn Thornton, the first dean of the Engineering School, established the undergraduate thesis requirement in 1904 and reviewed every project himself. Today, the thesis requirement remains the capstone of the University's engineering experience.

Dean Richard W. Miksad: A Force for Change / 10
Dean Richard W. Miksad steps down as dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science, leaving a legacy of accomplishment and a plan for continuing excellence and growth..

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Faculty Notes / 2

Dean's Message / 3

School Notes / 5

Class Notes / 13

In Memoriam / 15

End Note / 16

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Gregory H. Olsen (MSE '71) at the groundbreaking ceremony for Wilsdorf Hall.