Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department

Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Department students will find themselves spending most of their time in the Materials Science and Engineering Center. However, the work done in all other courses is advantaged by the incredible academic facilities across campus. From the top academic library in the region, to tutoring centers, science labs, as well as fantastic physical fitness and recreation facilities available to all students, our Blugolds will find all the infrastructure here to succeed in all aspects of their undergrad careers.

Blugold materials science and biomedical engineering students have interned at innovative area businesses like Cardinal Glass and Phillips Medisize Corp., and several of these internships have led to employment after graduation. An internship is a great start to a career in the field — that foot in the door can make all the difference.

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Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering students can log into Handshake to search for available internships, as well as find tips for improving resume and interviewing skills. This Blugold network looks out for one another long after graduation.

Research is at the core of what we do in this department. Many of our faculty members work with students on collaborative research projects every year. These are either multi-year, ongoing projects, or they can be a new project thought up by you.

Many need- and merit-based scholarships are available to incoming and continuing students in our programs. From the STEM Opportunity Fund to a Materials Science Blugold Fellowship, your opportunities are endless.

Visit our scholarships page to learn about the funding available to you.

Some of the best ways to embrace the UW-Eau Claire experience are to get involved on- and off-campus. Whether you choose to join a leadership committee, volunteer in the community or join a Greek organization, there's no shortage of things to be a part of. There are several organizations that would be of specific interest to materials science and biomedical engineering students, as well as those groups designed for more recreational or service-minded intentions. We know how important it is to find meaningful personal and community connections, and Blugolds have an abundance of options.

The Materials Research Society provides a network of science-related researchers, all looking to gain valuable experience in preparing for life after college. Outreach events also help to foster community knowledge about materials.

The Biomedical Engineering Society provides a community for students interested in biomedical engineering. This organization promotes attending national conferences, becoming involved with the BME program at UWEC, and invites key speakers to come and discuss research/career in BME.

The Women and Gender Minorities in STEM (WiSTEM) offers support to women majoring in the fields of science, access to professional development and networking and multiple opportunities each semester for social time! 

Student organizations within the STEM fields are just the tip of the iceberg for ways you can engage with fellow students and the campus community. Please check out the many options for student organizations at Blugold Connect+. Whether your interest is recreation, politics, performance or something else — we have an org for you! 

Take your learning to the next level and apply for Materials Science and Biomedical Engineering Departmental Honors. All students majoring in materials science, materials science and engineering, or biomedical engineering are invited to apply in their last semester to graduate with honors.