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How grit and teamwork drive Michigan Baja’s off-road excellence 

November 26, 2025

Michigan Baja’s team captain shares insights on the value of this competition for engineers preparing for their careers and the secrets behind the team’s success.

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ

How the Michigan Solar Car Team navigated trials and triumphs across 3,000 kilometers in the Australian Outback 

November 26, 2025

The World Solar Challenge is the ultimate test of innovation, endurance and teamwork, and a challenge the Michigan Solar Car Team embraces with passion and precision.

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ

Free Siemens software for students: How to download and get started 

October 7, 2025

Learn everything you need to know to get started using Siemens software for engineering students.

By Ian Mark
5 MIN READ

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Engineer looks at dual monitors while earning Siemens certifications.

Siemens certifications boost your engineering career

March 7, 2025

As the engineering industry continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve and demonstrating your expertise through certifications and credentials is key.

By Ian Mark
5 MIN READ

Unlocking Potential: Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators

March 5, 2025

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, fostering early STEM identities and empowering learners has never been more critical. Engineering and…

By Libby Simpson
3 MIN READ
Two students work on a sustainable design at the Student Sustainability Design Hack at Realize LIVE.

World Engineering Day: Closing the skills gap for a sustainable future

March 4, 2025

Through the Siemens Academic and Future Workforce Program, we’re providing hands-on learning, cutting-edge technology and real-world experiences to make sustainability a core competency for engineers. 

By Ian Mark
2 MIN READ
Students who master Siemens software gain a strong foundation in industry-relevant skills, making them attractive candidates to potential employers.

From classroom to career: The benefits of using Siemens student software 

February 28, 2025

Learn how Siemens student software enhances your learning journey, builds career-ready skills and opens doors to exciting opportunities. 

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ
A harness design is represented in Siemens Solid Edge software.

Which software is essential for electrical engineering students?

February 21, 2025

As electrical engineering continues to transform, gaining proficiency in the right software tools is essential for students to succeed academically…

By Ian Mark
7 MIN READ
A turbojet engine is displayed as a teaching aid for students.

How the Evering Institute empowers students to simulate turbojet engine behavior, develop predictive maintenance algorithms and more with the digital twin

February 19, 2025

When a turbojet engine test bench went out of order, the Evering Institute decided to explore the use of the digital twin in the classroom with great success.

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ
A female student laughs and smiles at the front of a class.

The future of engineering education is modular: How microcredentials support flexible, inclusive programs

February 3, 2025

Modularizing curricula with microcredentials offers students more flexible pathways, making engineering more inclusive among other benefits.

By Veronica Drake
3 MIN READ

Customer Success with the Siemens Xcelerator for Startups program: VCycene

January 30, 2025

This month we sat down with one of our newest clients, VCycene, to discuss their startup journey and experience with…

By Katherine Cerrone
4 MIN READ
A female engineer looks at a machine in an industrial environment.

How microcredentials can address the skills gap in engineering

January 24, 2025

To address the skills gap, employers and educators are embracing innovative solutions like microcredentials.

By Jalisha Henry
2 MIN READ