Bridgewater College offices will be closed starting at noon on Friday, December 20 through Wednesday, January 1 for the holiday season. Campus offices will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 2.

For those wishing to make a contribution to the College in this tax year, gifts can be made at bridgewater.edu/give or by mail to Bridgewater College, Box 33, 402 East College Street, Bridgewater VA 22812. Credit card gifts must be completed on or before December 31, 2024, to be counted as a 2024 gift. Checks must be postmarked on or before December 31, 2024. Please call 540-828-5448 with any questions, and we will return your call as soon as possible.

For any campus-related emergencies during the break, please call campus police and safety at 540-578-0652. Best wishes for a happy and safe holiday season!
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Department of Engineering and Physics

Demonstrate your skills

In BC’s engineering and physics department, your degree can be specifically tailored to your desired focus and career aspirations. A major in the field of engineering will prepare you for a variety of challenging and rewarding careers, applicable in engineering, science and technology, as well as any career emphasizing advanced analytical skills.

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Engineering Major

BC’s major in engineering will prepare you for a challenging and rewarding career in mechanical engineering, robotics, aerospace, electrical systems, and technology, and manufacturing. Take advantage of hands-on learning opportunities in our electronics laboratory, mechanical design and fabrication lab, and 3D printing lab. Collaborate with other students on engineering projects and more.

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Research Highlight

Rachel Zarin ’20, who double majored in applied physics and health and exercise science, completed a summer research project in 2019 with funding from the Dr. John Martin Summer Science Research Institute. For the project, Zarin created a 3-D printed prosthetic arm to which she attached motors and sensors to keep the hand level as it moves. After graduation, she went on to receive her master of science in engineering in bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania and now works as a biomedical technology developer.

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Prosthetic Arm Research from Rachel Zarin ’20, who double majored in applied physics and health and exercise science at Bridgewater College.

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Engineering and Physics Faculty

Meet the faculty of the engineering and physics department. Students will engage from faculty who are constantly going above and beyond to keep learning and making connections of their own.

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Questions? Contact Us!

Dr. Deva O’Neil, Department Chair
540-828-8004
doneil@bridgewater.edu

  
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