On April 26, 2024, Cal State Fullerton’s College of Engineering & Computer Science was alive with inspiration. Our signature event, ECS Student Project Innovation Expo 2024, brought together more than 300 students across 80 dynamic teams, transforming the Titan Student Union into a vibrant hub of potential and ingenuity. The atmosphere was charged as students demonstrated not just their technical skills but their ability to work together, overcome challenges, and think critically – qualities that define our Titan spirit.
Among the enthusiastic attendees were ECS faculty, dedicated staff, our invaluable corporate partners, and, significantly, our alumni and potential donors. Their presence underscored the strong community ties and the continuous loop of support and inspiration flowing within our university. The event was also attended by Provost Amir Dabirian, who encouraged our students to excel, and Dean Susan Barua, who proudly announced an increase in student prizes, made possible by the generosity of our ECS #TitansGive donors.
The Expo was not just a display of academic achievement; it was a showcase of future potential. Projects spanned from mechanical to computer engineering, helping students gain a deeper understanding of their work’s impact and value. The event also allowed students to network and build connections with other students, faculty, and industry professionals, often leading to collaboration on future research projects.
“We are thrilled by the continued support of our faculty and outside industry,” says Dean Barua. “Our students not only refine their projects but also their professional acumen, receiving invaluable feedback from these leaders and honing their ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Such opportunities are crucial in giving them a competitive edge as they launch their careers.”
Expo highlights the importance of collaboration. Many of the projects presented result from teamwork and collaboration between students, faculty, and industry professionals. This demonstrates the value of working together and leveraging the skills and expertise of others to achieve a common goal.
The event included a competition segment where the top projects were recognized and awarded prizes. The 2024 winners are:
Category: Overall Best Project
Prize Amount: $2,000
Team Name: AISC Steel Bridge
Team Number: 50
Category: Overall 1st Runner-Up
Prize Amount: $1,500
Team Name: Happy Helper
Team Number: 20
Category: Overall 2nd Runner-Up
Prize Amount: $1,000
Team Name: TrueMe
Team Number: 89
Category: Honorable Mention
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: Titan Racing Formula
Team Number: 63
Category: Best Project in Civil Engineering
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: Model-Sized Mechanically Stabilized Earth Retaining Wall
Team Number: 93
Category: Best Project in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: Digital Dough-Light
Team Number: 12
Category: Best Project in Computer Science
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: AI Mind Companion
Team Number: 96
Category: Best Project in Mechanical Engineering
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: Infrastructure Inspection
Team Number: 78
Category: Best Legacy Project
Prize Amount: $500
Team Name: Titan Aero
Team Number: 66
Category: Most Innovative Project of the Year
Prize Amount: $750
Team Name: Predicting Facial Harmony through Machine Learning
Team Number: 53
Category: Best Corporate-Sponsored Team
Prize Amount: $750
Team Name: Edwards Lifesciences – Development of Underwater DIC
Team Number: 81
Be sure to view highlights of the event in this photo album from ECS colleague Zach Guerrero.
To learn more about how you can support ECS students and become a corporate or event sponsor, please contact Executive Director of Development Mike Karg at mkarg@fullerton.edu or 714.519.8160 or Senior Director of Development Toni Miller at tamiller@fullerton.edu or 657.253.3308.
