Penn State Berks celebrates National Engineers Week!
Monday, February 22, through Friday, February 28, 2026
Penn State Berks has a long history of offering engineering courses to the local community, dating back to 1927. Today, Penn State Berks is the only college in Berks County to offer not one, but two nationally accredited baccalaureate degrees in engineering: Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering. ABET accreditation means these degrees are recognized in global markets. Students can also complete the first two years of nearly 30 Penn State engineering degrees at Penn State Berks.
Each year, Penn State Berks celebrates National Engineers Week with events for the campus community and general public. These events include demonstrations, hands-on activities, panels with industry leaders, visits for high school learners, and so much more.
Engineers Week Introduction
Monday, Feb. 23
Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building Lobby
Student organizations will set up the pinewood derby track for trial runs. The competition will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Alumni and Student Panel Discussion
Tuesday, Feb. 24
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Gaige Building Lobby
This panel discussion features engineering alumni who will share perspectives and advice on the field of engineering and studying Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering at Penn State Berks. This event is open to the Penn State Berks community.
Pinewood Derby Competition
Wednesday, Feb. 25
5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building Lobby
Penn State Berks is excited to announce the college's inaugural pinewood derby! Current college students, high school students, and industry professionals are welcome to participate. Participants are able to compete using either a traditional pinewood derby kit or a 3-D printed car. First, second, and third-place prizes will be awarded for overall performance as well as creative design. Registration is required for planning purposes.
Register for the pinewood derby
Alumni Reception
Wednesday, Feb. 25
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building Lobby
Penn State Berks engineering alumni are invited to return to their alma mater for an evening of camaraderie! Enjoy light refreshments and reconnect with faculty, students, and other alumni while checking out new and updated facilities and equipment.
This event is for alumni and students. Alumni are asked to register in advance by Feb. 18.
Introduction to Smart Manufacturing Workshop
Thursday, Feb. 26
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
105 Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building
This workshop introduces the essentials of smart manufacturing and industrial automation. Through hands-on learning of key concepts, technologies, and real-world applications, this course will equip you to confidently engage in smart manufacturing initiatives. This event is free and open to the public, but does require registration. Learn more and register for the Smart Manufacturing Workshop »
High School Student Line-Following Robot Build and Competition
Friday, February 27
8:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building / Perkins Student Center / Beaver Wellness and Athletics Center
High school students are invited to campus to learn about engineering activities and opportunities at Penn State Berks. Discover how engineering can be cross-disciplinary with activities hosted jointly with the Kinesiology program.
For more information about Penn State Berks Engineers Week events, contact Chuck Stricker at 610-396-6178 or [email protected].
