Autodesk’s relationship with Howard UniversityĪutodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost is a champion of the work taking place at Howard University. Nadir Yilmaz, Chair, Mechanical Engineering Fabíola Clayton, AEX Program Manager and John M.

Hazel Edwards, Professor, Architecture Dr. Anthony Wutoh, Provost & Chief Academic Officer Andrew Anagnost, Autodesk President & CEO Dr. Howard University leaders visit the Autodesk Gallery in San Francisco in 2019. We know how critical it is for the workforce to reflect the diverse world we live in, and by furthering our support of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Howard University, we aim to help bolster the incredible manufacturing and engineering programming already taking place.

Frederick, M.D., MBA, president of Howard University.Īccording to research from career and jobs website Zippia, currently only 3.1% of mechanical engineers in the United States are Black. Our College of Engineering and Architecture has produced world-class engineers for more than 115 years, and this gift will allow us to strengthen and expand support for our talented students,” said Wayne A. “Howard University is grateful to receive this donation from Autodesk in support of our Department of Mechanical Engineering. As this funding is unrestricted, university leadership can allocate the funds where they are most needed.

This gift is the largest donation ever for Howard’s mechanical engineering department and is intended to help expand its manufacturing and making facilities, as well as its services to students. I’ve led Fusion 360 workshops for students, partnered with educators on curriculum development, and ensured that students take full advantage of their free access to Autodesk’s professional-level design software.Īnd to build on our relationship, today, I’m honored to highlight Autodesk’s gift of $1 million for Howard University. Over the last five years, I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside Howard University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering. I form close relationships with educators who are helping students gain the in-demand skills for the roles of tomorrow. One of the most rewarding parts of my role on the Autodesk education team is the opportunity to support the next generation of designers and engineers as they prepare for the future of work.

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