Lawrence Technological University

Lawrence Tech places in top 100 nationally for graduates’ earning power
Lawrence Tech places in top 100 nationally for graduates’ earning power 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Lawrence Technological University has placed in the top 100 colleges and universities nationwide in the 2014-15 PayScale College Salary Report, which measures the earning power of college graduates.

The survey showed that LTU graduates with a bachelor’s degree earned an average of $58,300 early in their careers and $97,600 by mid-career. The average mid-career salary for recipients of bachelor’s degrees from LTU ranked 83rd among more than 1,000 colleges in the survey, up from 122nd in last year’s survey. LTU has the best ranking among colleges in the metropolitan Detroit region. read more

Lawrence Tech to host two digital humanities events Sept. 26-27
Lawrence Tech to host two digital humanities events Sept. 26-27 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

For the second year Lawrence Technological University (LTU) will host two conferences on the use of digital technology in the humanities, Network Detroit: Digital Humanities Theory and Practice, on Friday, Sept. 26, and THATCamp on Saturday, Sept. 27.

Digital technology has revolutionized scholarship and research in the humanities, and now mobile devices are changing the way future college students interact with literature at a very young age. read more

Deadline extended to Sept. 24 for entrepreneurial mentoring program at LTU
Deadline extended to Sept. 24 for entrepreneurial mentoring program at LTU 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

The deadline has been extended to Wednesday, Sept. 24, for innovators and entrepreneurs to apply for the nine-week Saturday mentoring program at Lawrence Technological University that helps advance new product ideas and establish new business opportunities.

Michigan I-Corps@LTU, established with funds from the Coleman Foundation and the Kern Family Foundation, is part of a statewide program designed to foster and grow an innovation ecosystem throughout Michigan. It provides insights and information about what it takes to successfully commercialize product ideas and meet customer needs.

The program is free for Lawrence Tech students, faculty and alumni. The cost is $500 for teams without an LTU connection. read more

Southfield City Centre Welcomes LTU Students
Southfield City Centre Welcomes LTU Students 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

studentsThe Southfield City Centre has welcomed back Lawrence Technological University (LTU) students for the fall semester with a welcome weekend full of activities throughout the community.

During welcome weekend, a group of new students from Brazil, China and India were driven by LTU to CK Mediterranean Grille for their first meal in America. These new students are part of an ongoing trend toward more international students at LTU as its reputation for excellence spreads around the world.

International students also know they will receive a warm welcome in a diverse community like Southfield’s City Centre.” LTU appreciates the warm reception of our friends in the business community towards our students,” said Dean of Students Kevin Finn.

Many businesses donated food during welcome weekend so that LTU students could experience their own “mini Taste of Southfield.” read more

LTU student athletes work the polls to raise money for Special Olympics
LTU student athletes work the polls to raise money for Special Olympics 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2
Alex Eddington and Hannah Huff (in the foreground at right) were among the LTU student athletes recognized by the Southfield City Council on Aug. 25 for their work on behalf of the Special Olympics.

Alex Eddington and Hannah Huff (in the foreground at right) were among the LTU student athletes recognized by the Southfield City Council on Aug. 25 for their work on behalf of the Special Olympics.

Student athletes from Lawrence Technological University (LTU) provided assistance at the Southfield polls for the Aug. 5 primary election as part of a coordinated effort that raised almost $6,000 for the Special Olympics. Other student athletes supported youth activities and participated in community beautification in Southfield.

More than 30 members of the men’s and women’s soccer teams and the women’s volleyball team participated.  LTU students were recognized for their efforts by the Southfield City Council at an Aug. 25 presentation.

As a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), LTU promotes a lifestyle for its student athletes centered on respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship, and servant leadership. Community involvement is a focal point for the NAIA’s Live Five campaign.  read more

Apply by Sept. 11 for entrepreneurial mentoring at LTU
Apply by Sept. 11 for entrepreneurial mentoring at LTU 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2
Thursday, Sept. 11, is the deadline for innovators and entrepreneurs to apply for the nine-week Saturday mentoring program at Lawrence Technological University that helps advance new product ideas and establish new business opportunities.Michigan I-Corps@LTU, established with funds from the Coleman Foundation and the Kern Family Foundation, is part of a statewide program designed to foster and grow an innovation ecosystem throughout Michigan. It provides participants knowledge about what it takes to successfully commercialize their ideas and focus on meeting customer needs.The program is free for Lawrence Tech students, faculty and alumni. The cost is $500 for teams without an LTU connection. read more

LTU students to fight leukemia with Sept. 6 volleyball tournament
LTU students to fight leukemia with Sept. 6 volleyball tournament 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2
College students in the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at Lawrence Technological University are raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society with the 27th annual charitable Volleyball Blast tournament on Saturday, Sept. 6, at 10 a.m.The tournament will be held on LTU’s athletic fields with parking on either side of the campus (seeltu.edu/map). In case of rain accompanied by lightning, the tournament will be moved to LTU’s Ridler Field House. Volleyball Blast is open to everyone, and teams can begin signing in at 9 a.m. read more

Last call to register for Lawrence Tech’s fall semester
Last call to register for Lawrence Tech’s fall semester 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2

Students can register now for fall semester classes that begin Wednesday, Aug. 27, at Lawrence Technological University. Day, evening, weekend and online options are available, including many fast-track certificate programs in growing career fields.

Lawrence Tech offers more than 100 associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs that can lead to careers in areas such as robotics engineering, biomedical engineering and computer science.

Call 1-800-CALL-LTU, ext. 1, or visit www.ltu.edu/futurestudents to find out about registration.

For additional information, contact admissions@ltu.edu or (248) 204-3160.

Lawrence Technological University, www.ltu.edu, is a private university founded in 1932 that offers more than 100 programs through the doctoral level in its Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Management. PayScale lists Lawrence Tech among the nation’s top 100 universities for return on undergraduate tuition investment, and highest in the Detroit metropolitan area.  Lawrence Tech is also listed in the top tier of Midwestern universities by U.S. News and World Report and the Princeton Review. Students benefit from small class sizes and experienced faculty who provide a real-world, hands-on, “theory and practice” education with an emphasis on leadership. Activities on Lawrence Tech’s 102-acre campus include over 60 student clubs and organizations and a growing roster of NAIA varsity sports.

Lawrence Tech to honor Levin with first Global Citizen Award
Lawrence Tech to honor Levin with first Global Citizen Award 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2
U.S. Sen. Carl Levin

U.S. Sen. Carl Levin

U.S. Sen. Carl Levin (D-MI) will be the first recipient of the Global Citizen Award to be presented by Lawrence Technological University (LTU) on Sunday, Aug. 24, at the start of the new academic year.

The award presentation will be made at LTU’s annual convocation ceremony for new students and their families at 12:30 p.m. on Aug. 24 in the Ridler Field House on the LTU campus in Southfield. It will also mark the conclusion of the annual President’s Global Village Project for LTU students.

Lawrence Tech President Virinder Moudgil established the Global Citizen Award to recognize individuals who have shown great character and leadership in addressing global issues and promoting international and social understanding. This award will be given annually to a person who demonstrates the passion and energy to make a positive impact on humanity through collaborative enterprise and spirit.

After serving 36 years in the U.S. Senate, Levin is stepping down when his term ends in January 2015. He has played an influential role in U.S. foreign affairs as a member of the Armed Services Committee since 1979. He has been the committee’s chairman since 2007. read more

It’s not too late to enter international student robotics competition
It’s not too late to enter international student robotics competition 150 150 southfieldcc_3ik8d2
Christian Daniels (center) and Juan Carlos Feraro explain their entry that won the top prize in the WRO-USA competition held July 26-27 at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn as part of Maker Faire Detroit.

Christian Daniels (center) and Juan Carlos Feraro explain their entry that won the top prize in the WRO-USA competition held July 26-27 at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn as part of Maker Faire Detroit.

Teams from the United States are competing in the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) for the first time this year, and it’s not too late to participate. The competition is open to students from elementary school through high school, and teams can register at www.wroboto.us.

The first World Robot Olympiad USA (WRO-USA) state tournament in Michigan was organized by Lawrence Technological University (LTU) and held July 26-27 at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn as part of Maker Faire Detroit. The second Michigan tournament will be held at the Cranbrook Schools on Sept. 6.

The WRO-USA national finals will be held at LTU in Southfield on Sept. 27.

An informational meeting and a “Rocket” game workshop will be held at LTU on Wednesday Aug. 6, 6:30-8 p.m. in room M218 of the Buell Management Building. For information, contact robofest@LTU.edu. read more

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