Nearly 150 Florida Polytechnic University students pledged to uphold the highest ethical standards of the engineering profession at the University’s fifth annual Order of the Engineer induction ceremony on Monday, April 27, the largest induction class in Florida Poly’s history.
“It is truly remarkable that we have grown from 25 inductees at the inaugural Order of the Engineer ceremony in 2022 to 142 inductees this year,” said Dr. Sanna Siddiqui, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at Florida Poly. “We are very proud of our engineering graduates as they begin their professional careers.”
During the ceremony, inductees accepted the Obligation of an Engineer, receiving a stainless steel ring to be worn on the little finger of their working hand. This pledge commits them to serve humanity, practice integrity, uphold public safety and welfare, maintain professional dignity and provide their skills and knowledge for the public good when needed.
“The ring you receive today is not only a symbol of your degree, but also a constant reminder of your duty to society and to the engineering profession,” said Dr. Devin Stephenson, the University’s president. “This ceremony marks your transition from student to professional, guided by integrity and a deep sense of purpose. Engineers solve problems, but great engineers do more: they think creatively, act responsibly, and innovate with the future in mind.”
For students like Sahil Talwalkar, a mechanical engineering senior, the induction is personal.
“I’ve wanted to do good things ever since I became interested in mechanical engineering,” he said. “Joining the Order of the Engineer helps me reflect on that and be part of something that matches my values.”
The induction serves as a final milestone before Florida Poly’s May 9 commencement, featuring a keynote address by world-renowned astronaut Dr. Koichi Wakata.
“I’ve worked really hard for this, so I’m excited to have my degree and start my next steps,” said Lillian Wright, a senior majoring in electrical engineering. “I feel like I finally made it.”
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