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October 2020
Welcome to the NFPA Education Partners Community!
NFPA and Purdue University Host
First Power Partner Event
NFPA andPurdue Universityhosted the first ever virtual Meet the Students/Industry Connection Event as part of the NFPA Power Partner program. Students enrolled in Purdue University’s Mechanical Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering degree programs were invited to participate to learn about the fluid power supply chain and career opportunities presented by NFPA member companies.Learn more.
NFPA Awards Ten Fluid Power
Research Supplements
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation is actively working to increase the number of university students educated in fluid power, and one of the ways it does that is by supporting academic researchers in fluid power. Learn more.
NFPA Creates Video Presentation on
the U.S. Fluid Power Industry
NFPA’s CEO/President Eric Lanke created a video presentation on the U.S. Fluid Power Industrywhich includes an overview of the association, an economic snapshot of the industry, NFPA workforce development programs and career opportunities. This video can be shared with students to introduce the use and impact of fluid power technologies.
Connect with Educators Peers to Brainstorm Best Practices for Online Course Transition
In response to on-campus restrictions set in place for COVID-19 protocols, many educators are challenged with how to transition hands-on learning into a virtual environment. NFPA would like to continue to organize an open-forum style call that is open to university professors who are interested in brainstorming with others who have similar fluid power programs. The next call is scheduled for Friday, October 30th from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CT. Please let Amy Zignego (azignego@nfpa.com) know if you are interested in attending.
Last Call!
Start a Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Team
TheFluid Power Vehicle Challenge (FPVC) prompts engineering students to redesign a traditional bicycle using hydraulics as the mode of power transmission. By combining this unlikely pair, the FPVC hopes to create an environment that results in uncommon connections and breakthroughs while supporting learning and the growth of fluid power industry knowledge. Availability to participate in the FPVC is limited, but if your university is interested in participating as a team in the 2020-21 school year, please contact Stephanie Scaccianoce (sscaccianoce@nfpa.com).
Start a Fluid Power Club at Your University
NFPA is encouraging our university partners to launch a NFPA-supported Fluid Power Club for students at your school. The goal is to encourage interest and participation in fluid power technologies and to connect students to industry professionals. NFPA will provide each club with a $2,000 stipend to support club activities.
