New GLEE Academy Gives International Students a Hands-On Engineering Experience
This newly created summer experience is designed to connect international students with PCE and the regional engineering ecosystem.
Jul 21, 2026
Welcome to the Padnos College of Engineering!
The Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Seymour & Esther Padnos College of Engineering (PCE) offers undergraduate programs in engineering and occupational safety and health management. Graduate programs are offered in engineering, and the professional sciences. The college also provides courses in support of non-engineering and computing students through a variety of minor programs.
Specific information on the admission, curriculum, and graduation requirements can be found in each program section below, or you can take a virtual tour of our Pew Grand Rapids Campus and Allendale Campus. Both the School of Engineering and the Occupational Safety & Health Management Department are based on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Questions about your course schedule or program requirements? Contact our team of professional advisors!
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Why Choose the Padnos College of Engineering?
PCE News
Built for Success: PCE Students Continue Their Remarkable NASA Run
For the sixth time in seven years, a team of PCE students earned a trip to Houston as part of a NASA competition
Jul 14, 2026
OSH Class Recognized For Use of AI Within A Project
The OSH 440 Safety and Health Program Development class used technology to enhance a workplace safety program they built for a local company.
Jul 10, 2026
Events
Industry Sponsored Senior Project Showcase
August 7, 2026 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
As part of the Engineering Design Conference, engineering students will present their industry-sponsored senior projects to the public. Attendees will be able to vote for their favorite project! RSVP...
Industry Forum: Building Momentum - Engineering Partnerships that Work
August 7, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The Padnos College of Engineering (PCE) Industry Forum brings together employer partners, faculty, and staff to discuss PCE partnerships and share best practices for experiential learning. While co-op...