In the MiBiz article, World-wise Engineers: Globalization molds next generation of engineers, higher education practices, Interim Director of Engineering, Chris Plouff, talks about how the required one-year co-op program in engineering, along with long-standing partnerships with local industry has opened the door for global education of engineering students. West Michigan employers with overseas operations acknowledge the importance of exposing engineers of tomorrow to the global climate, and Grand Valley's School of Engineering co-op program provides a perfect vehicle for accomplishing that task.

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