The Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ Prize recognizes outstanding achievement in an engineering field that is currently of critical importance and that contributes to the advancement of science and engineering, as well as improves a person’s quality of life and has widespread application or use.
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
Russ College of
Engineering and Technology
Create for Good
Experience makes the best building blocks.
At the Russ College of Engineering and Technology, we understand that the workforce needs engineers who are custom-tailored, never mass-produced. Using real-world problems, we give you the hands-on experience you need to get the job you want right after graduation. Above all, you will learn that what you create today can change you—and society—forever.
Your tool kit might include an ARVR lab, top-of-the-line digital engineering software, generative AI, 3D fabrication, and more. You might contribute to flight safety, energy efficiency, self-driving cars, cybersecurity, smart manufacturing, and much more.
Academic Programs
Not sure what engineering field most interests you? Explore our majors in civil, mechanical, electrical, industrial, systems, and mechanical engineering. Learn more about computer science, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and more.
Russ Research Opportunity Center Opens Doors for Students, Faculty
What's New at Russ?
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The RROC Propels Collaborative Engineering ResearchThe 60,000 square-foot Russ Research Opportunity Center (the RROC) is a beacon of engineering and science collaboration, home to 20 research groups conducting more than $4.5 million in annual research funding.
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Russ Launches First Artificial Intelligence Bachelor's Degree in OhioThe B.S. in Artificial Intelligence gives students the skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving field of AI and machine learning, preparing them for a wide range of careers.
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New Cybersecurity Engineering Major Arms Digital DefensesThe stakes are high for both organizations and individuals, making cybersecurity more essential than ever. That's why the B.S. in Cybersecurity Engineering focuses on designing secure systems to defend against advanced threats.
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Defense Department Grant Propels Robotics and Automation WorkforceA partnership between the U.S. Department of Defense and Ohio University through defense contractor ARCTOS Technology Solutions will help meet SE Ohio's advanced manufacturing needs.
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Kokosing Partnership Builds Construction Management ProgramThe new Kokosing Teaching Laboratory is a critical resource for students in the construction management certificate program by providing hands-on training.
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Six New Airplanes Added to OHIO's FleetOHIO welcomes six brand-new 2025 Cirrus SR20 aircraft to its fleet, a $4 million investment marking a significant milestone in the aviation program’s continued growth and commitment to student success.
The Russ Prize: Awarding Achievements That Improve the Human Condition
Russ Researchers Make an Impact
They're Knee-Deep in Water, Digital Engineering, Autonomous Vehicles, and More
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DOE Grant Aims for Economical Way to Reuse Fracking Water
“The goal of the project is to treat the produced water so that it can be used in other industries, like agriculture for example,” says chemical engineer John Staser.
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Civil Engineers Envision Inexpensive Underground Reservoirs for Firefighting
Civil engineers branched from a study on how heat affects underground thermoplastic piping to an underground reservoir solution to help fight forest fires — at 1,000 gallons a minute.
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NASA Funds Work on Autonomous Aircraft Operations, Taxi Systems
Ohio University and Reliable Robotics partner in the $6 million grant to advance autonomous aircraft tech and industry standards.
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Country Roads Challenge Autonomous Vehicles in Rural Areas
Mechanical and computer science engineers' comprehensive study suggests that while the technology is advancing, significant work is still needed in both regulatory frameworks and technological infrastructure to support autonomous vehicles in rural areas.
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Collaboratory Focuses on Developments in Digital Engineering
The DEC is a training, collaboration, and innovation hub focused on rapid product development to enhance American manufacturing and increase military preparedness, with OHIO facilities in Athens and Dayton.