Think engineers can’t communicate? Think again!
At the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, we’re breaking the stereotype and proving that engineers do more than just crunch numbers and figure equations. Our Communication Competitions are a testament to the fact that engineers can craft compelling op-eds, deliver captivating presentations, and yes, master internal communications.
Communication is important, and we’re here to demonstrate that engineers not only build bridges literary but figuratively as well!
If you are passionate about engineering communication and wish to contribute to this experience, we would be honored to have you as a judge. Please sign up by March 4th to join us in evaluating the creativity, clarity, and innovation our students bring to these competitions.
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The competition celebrates the lives and legacies of Frank K. Webb and Jeff Donnell. Webb was a visionary Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering alumnus who recognized the importance of training engineers who can communicate. Towards that end, he donated money to fund a chair in 1999 to support his vision. Donnell held the Frank K. Webb Academic Professional Chair in Communication Skills from its inception till his death in 2022. Donnell was instrumental in implementing the goals of Webb. He was known throughout the School for his passion for teaching and for his skill in demystifying the art of engineering communication to make it a process that was straightforward and repeatable and approachable by all engineering students.
Click on the options to see the recommended calls for each of the three competitions for spring 2025. These competitions are designed to guide students on reflecting about best practices of sharing engineering information with both experts and the public.
The spring 2025 competition reception, in person Quick Talks, and judging will take place April 11 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in MRDC 4211.
Safety PSA Competition
Safety Poster Competition
Quick Talks Graduate Communication Competition
For more information contact Jill Fennell, Frank K. Webb Academic Professional Chair in Communication Skills, at jill.fennell@me.gatech.edu or (404) 894-7552.