Independently Authored Articles about MEPP
Take-Home Lessons: Classroom projects translate into immediate workplace gains
Describes three student projects from the Quality Engineering and Quality Management course and how these resulted in significant savings and gains in the workplace.
"Earn Your Masters Online" (pdf)
November/December 2004
Engineering Professional
Describes how MEPP's format, flexibility and immediate application to work appeal to working professionals. Includes quotes from MEPP students and alumni.
"Engineers Find Flexibility in Online Master's Programs" (pdf)
October 2004
NSPE Engineering Times
Discusses how UW-Madison and other leading universities are reaching out to mid-career engineers with quality graduate engineering programs delivered in convenient online formats. Features MEPP's Webconferencing and cohort model that enable interaction and group projects.
"Online Alternative to an MBA" (pdf)
September 2001
ASEE Spectrum
Covers the MEPP curriculum, Internet-based delivery, cohort model, program quality and student reactions.
"Mid-career engineers connect with master's via UW online program" (pdf)
April 12, 2002
The Business Journal
Describes how the MEPP program addresses the needs of working engineers in terms of content, flexible delivery methods and a high level of interaction.
"MEPP: A Case Study in Online Education" (pdf)
January/February 2002
Technology Source online journal
MEPP instructional designer analyzes the reasons behind MEPP success, including students, curriculum, faculty, staff, delivery system, management and design.
"Where in the world is my student?" (pdf)
July 17, 2001
Christian Science Monitor
Focuses on MEPP's first graduating class, their experiences as distance learners, and the program's high-quality instruction and support.
