Elizabeth Anne Taylor: Tianjin University shapes the future of engineering education

Elizabeth Taylor, Chair of the International Engineering Alliance, highlighted China’s remarkable progress in engineering education, noting the significant changes in both vision and momentum that have inspired global peers. She emphasized that China’s transformation in this field reflects a clear vision shared by universities and institutions.

Speaking on her visit to Tianjin University, Taylor remarked that the university left a deep impression on her through its commitment to advancing engineering education and establishing leadership in transformative practices. She noted initiatives such as the national earthquake engineering facility and intelligent manufacturing platforms as examples of how Tianjin University is integrating cutting-edge ideas into curriculum design and practice, driving the future of engineering education on a global scale.