From the development of artificial organs to medical imaging systems, biomedical engineers are on the forefront of medical breakthroughs that improve the quality of life from millions of people worldwide. Our students are prepared to take on such challenges through a rigorous curriculum, experiential learning opportunities through internships and Senior Design Projects, and study abroad opportunities.
Mission
The mission of the Biomedical Engineering major is to provide students with a supportive environment that facilitates learning to solve engineering problems related to medicine and biology in an ethically responsible manner.
The Biomedical Engineering major is committed to excellence in student learning. Graduates of the major will be problem solvers, able to apply engineering principles to the interface between living and non-living systems. The faculty and staff of the Biomedical Engineering major use their diverse background in teaching, research, and industry to prepare students to be successful engineers as they move into the workforce, graduate school, or professional school.
Defining Characteristics
The Biomedical Engineering major:
Nicholas Rivet, a PhD Fellow in Mechanical Engineering at Western New England University, earned third place in the graduate student oral and poster competition at the 188th Meeting of the Acoustical Society of America, held jointly with the 25th International Congress on Acoustics in New Orleans. 聽
University News, Engineering, Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Fifty-six student-athletes from 17 varsity sports were inducted into the Chi Alpha Sigma National Honor Society鈥攖he National College Athlete Honor Society鈥攄uring the Thursday, May 1 ceremony in the Downes Athletic Hall of Fame Room.
University News, Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department's student surveying team earned first place overall at the 2025 ASCE-UESI Northeast Regional Surveying Competition. They will be representing the Northeast region at the national competition June 27鈥�29 in San Luis Obispo, California.聽
University News, Engineering
