College of Engineering Alumni -  Fresno, CA Contact Person: Dana Zupanovich Lucka    (559) 278-5590   Engineering education first began at Fresno State College in 1922, when Professor Herbert Wheaton was hired to begin instruction in civil engineering. The program, which began with 35 students and a smattering of equipment, has matured into the formidable Lyles College of Engineering. Over the past eight decades, alumni of the College have made countless contributions to our communities, country and world. Our alumni have included astronauts, business owners, Fortune 500 executives, managers, designers, innovators and those who have assumed leadership roles at all levels of public service including city, county, state and federal governments as well as the military and NASA. As a university, we are proud to hail them as our alumni and to recognize their important contributions that helped move our nation forward. With a steady growth rate, the Lyles College of Engineering now serves more than 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students across six academic programs: civil engineering, computer engineering, construction management, electrical engineering, geomatics engineering and mechanical engineering. The Chapter Purpose The purpose of this chapter is to promote the growth and advancement of the Lyles College of Engineering, its students, faculty and alumni The Chapter Mission - Establish closer contact between the University, College and its alumni - Promote activities beneficial to the College, alumni, the University and the engineering and construction management community - Assist in the recruitment of students and provide scholarships - Publicize, support and promote the professions of engineering and construction management. Our Chapter's Signature Events The LCOE Family and Friends Tailgate The Annual Alumni Chapter Golf Tournament Chapter Leadership Don Fantz Jr., President Steve Becker, Board Member John DeGunya, Board Member Rich Hardin, Board Member Vaughn Melcher, Board Member Ted Mooradian, Board Member Chris Smart, Board Member Sean Smith, Board Member Our most sincere thanks to all the countless sponsors and volunteers who helped raise thousands of dollars at the Chapter's Annual Alumni Golf Tournaments! From the "Turbo Golf Ball Launcher" (designed by ME students) to "Beat Welty's Drive", the fun and innovative alumni, friends, faculty and students were able to bring their scholarship endowment to over $10,216 this year. Come out and join us at one of our exciting events, network and meet some of tomorrow's best and brightest engineers and construction managers.   For additional information or membership, contact the LCOE Development office Community Partners Conference Suite Engineering East, Room 356 2320 E. San Ramon, M/S EE 94 Fresno, CA 93740-8030 Telephone: (559) 278-8242 Fax: (559) 278-6581