Dr. Michael Switzenbaum of Marquette University was a recent visitor to EEI

Dr. Michael Switzenbaum of Marquette University was a recent visitor to EEI

Over 200 guests enjoyed lunch, greeting friends and most of all, meeting Congressman J. Dennis Hastert on February 26, 2007 as part of EEI`s Engineers Week celebration.

Dr. Michael Switzenbaum (L), James K. Michels, CEO of EEI (R)

From L to R: Brian Ruark, Director Marquette Fund; interns Craig Weiland, Katie Ream, Kyle Welte, Ben Burroughs, Mike Ott; Dr. Switzenbaum and Jim Michels.

Dr. Michael Switzenbaum, Chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Engineering, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI visited EEI recently as a guest of James K. Michels, EEI CEO and graduate of Marquette University. Dr. Switzenbaum was interested in becoming familiar with alumni firms and their employee needs. The information gathered from firm principals and interns will aid him in developing appropriate student programs and preparing students for future employment.