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Department of Mechanical Engineering

Solutions In Motion

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Western New England University provides a solid theoretical background combined with an extensive hands-on education through design projects in our modern, well-equipped labs. You'll receive support and mentorship from the department faculty regardless of your career and academic goals.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering oversees:

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From L to R: Dr. ChangHoon Lee and civil engineering students Weronika Kaczor, Kendra Robayo, and Meghan Lemieux

College of Engineering Showcases Research Excellence at ASCE Structural Engineering Institute Seminar 

WNE civil engineering students earned second place in a research poster competition presented during the 2025 American Society of Civil Engineers Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Connecticut Chapter Seminar.

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Head shot of Associate Professor Seyed Niknam under a blossoming tree

WNE Helps Power the Hydrogen Economy with New Training Program 

Powered by a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation, new program equips the next generation of engineers and technicians to support the rapid expansion of hydrogen technologies.

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Left to right: Interim President Michael Alexander, Mark Parent, Keith Parent, Sandra Parent, Brett Parent, Bruce Parent, Chris Parent, Carolyn Longeran, College of Engineering Dean S. Hossein Cheraghi

Lucien Parent ’62 Posthumously Inducted into Engineering Hall of Fame

WNE inducted the late Lucien “Lou” Parent ’62 BSME into the College of Engineering Hall of Fame. Parent, a visionary industrialist and entrepreneur from Holyoke became the 17th member of this prestigious group, recognized for his professional achievements, service to his alma mater, and enduring Golden Bear spirit.

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