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Community Construction
Rafael Hernandez (EMDC '13) helps lead Blackwood Group's efforts to build affordable housing and cultural spaces with a people-centered approach in Chicago.Jul 6, 2026
Bringing Classroom Lessons to the Jobsite
Jared Witt (EMDC ‘25) is applying concepts he learned from his EMDC classmates and faculty to help revitalize a village in Chicago's metro area.Jun 30, 2026
Aaron W. Saak Offers Four Directionally Correct Principles for PhD and Master’s Graduates
Saak, president and CEO of Crane NXT, and Dean Christopher Schuh spoke at the June 15 PhD Hooding and Master’s Recognition Ceremony.Jun 16, 2026|from Northwestern Engineering News
Antonio Daniels Shares Seven Pieces of Advice with Graduates
Daniels, chief information officer at Comcast Business, and Dean Christopher Schuh spoke at the 2026 Undergraduate Convocation on June 15.Jun 16, 2026|from Northwestern Engineering News
Antonio Daniels, Aaron W. Saak to Speak at 2026 Graduation Ceremonies
On June 15, the two respected alumni will address graduates at the McCormick Undergraduate Convocation and PhD Hooding and Master’s Degree Recognition Ceremony, respectively.Apr 30, 2026|from Northwestern Engineering News
A Transformational Tale
Vincent Mazzeffi (EMDC '25) graduated from the EMDC program as a newly married father and in a new leadership role delivering energy projects across the Midwest.Apr 2, 2026
Built Environment Leaders to Discuss Designing Alignment
The Built Environment Exchange or BuiltX, is an idea forum and networking event meant to benefit both EMDC students and professionals working in the built environment.Mar 27, 2026
Leading a Built Environment Orchestra
Rafael Carreira teaches EMDC students how project financing and leadership turn individual expertise into collective harmony.Mar 2, 2026
Becoming a 'Better, More Well-Rounded Version of Myself'
Jon Walsh (EMDC '25) explains why he turned to Northwestern Engineering's EMDC program and how lessons learned in it are helping him grow his two California-based companies.Feb 10, 2026
Luijten Named New Northwestern Provost
Erik Luijten, a McCormick associate dean and professor, will become Northwestern’s chief academic officer.Jan 7, 2026|from Northwestern Engineering News
Christine Schyvinck Urges Graduates to Embrace Creativity, Leadership, and Iteration
The president, CEO, and chairman of Shure Incorporated, Schyvinck spoke at the Dec. 13 PhD Hooding and Master’s Recognition Ceremony, reciting how three principles have guided her career.Dec 15, 2025|from Northwestern Engineering News
Christine Schyvinck to Speak at PhD Hooding and Master’s Degree Recognition Ceremony
A longtime Shure executive whose leadership has driven the company’s global expansion, operational excellence, and culture of innovation, Schyvinck will speak at the December 13 ceremony.Dec 10, 2025|from Northwestern Engineering News
Drafting New Blueprints
Linda Kanoski (EMDC '19) made a major career-path announcement while advocating for industry evolution at Northwestern Engineering's BuiltX event.Dec 3, 2025
Building Better Lives Through Design
RADA Architects' principal brings a global perspective and mentorship experience to Northwestern Engineering's EMDC program's Industry Advisory Board.Nov 4, 2025
