Corporate Partnership and Academic Events

Understandably, career development, corporate partnership, and academic events overlap as these categories are interdependent. In fact, that’s what makes the Denning Technology & Management Program so unique. However, there are some events solely for our corporate affiliates to make sure they are getting the most of their sponsorship. In the summer, our Administrative Director Bob Burgess and our Senior Manager, Corporate Relations and Student Counseling John Stanford conduct their Summer Tour, where they connect with as many affiliates as possible. They discuss best practices, potential capstone projects, and meet new employees that may begin working with the T&M Program at these meetings. The Summer Tour is a great way to learn more about the company culture as well. Earlier in the academic year, John Stanford traveled with Naval Nuclear Laboratory to deepen our partnership.

John Stanford’s Visit to CVN 72 USS Abraham Lincoln Aircraft

John Stanford traveled with Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) representatives Sheelah Aulet and Robert Upton on a trip of a lifetime adventure as guests of the US Navy.

The goal was to further the understanding of nuclear propulsion in the Navy and the engineering minds it takes to run such safe and impressive operations. They explored the inside of a nuclear-powered submarine, and the highlight of the trip was an overnight visit to the CVN 72 USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft.

NNL has partnered with the Denning Technology & Management Program as a corporate affiliate for two years now. This year, Vince Pantloni led an interdisciplinary student team through an eight-month project. The students are developing a hybrid data analytics platform that combines shipboard edge analytics with remote data analytics dockside in support of nuclear-powered ships.

John Stanford | Stephen Ruffin (Georgia Tech) Robert Upton (NNL), John Stanford, and Sheelah Aulet (NNL).

Commencement

On Monday, April 25, 2022, all Class of 2022 T&M students met at the Academy of Medicine for their Commencement ceremony. The Class of 2022 nominated two Class Speakers, and Bob Burgess announced awards for students of the year and best capstone project as well as best capstone presentation. All award winners are listed in the “Denning Awards” section.

Dr. Han Zhang with class speakers Chakrika Ratra (computer engineering) and Nick Rokos (mechanical engineering).

Class speaker Chakrika Ratra takes a selfie after her speech.

Class of 2022 graduates and class speaker Nick Rokos.

Faculty Director Dr. Han Zhang speaking to the Class of 2022. | Administrative Director Bob Burgess addressing the Class of 2022.

Class of 2022 graduates.

Class of 2022 graduates.

Faculty Director Dr. Han Zhang speaking to the Class of 2022 and their families.