The University of Akron is a public research university with a strong focus on STEM fields, including aerospace systems engineering. It is the only institution other than the Air Force Academy to offer a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Systems Engineering. The university engages in space-related research, including projects for NASA and the International Space Station, with emphasis on materials in extreme environments, on-orbit servicing, and advanced manufacturing. Key partners include NASA, the U.S. Space Force, and Air Force Research Laboratory.
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Team 89 from the University of Akron, Ohio won the 2022 Jim Furfaro Award for Technical Excellence.