At Stevens, every undergraduate wraps up their academic journey by presenting a senior project that reflects years of learning and growth. This year’s Stevens Innovation Expo was a vibrant celebration of creativity, research, and entrepreneurship, bringing together original work from every school on campus.
From the cutting-edge designs in engineering to the thought-provoking expressions in the arts, the Innovation Expo demonstrated how Stevens students are not just problem-solvers; they are innovators already shaping the future.
The School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) hosted 40 capstone teams at two locations this year: the UCC Gallery on campus and the Mana Contemporary Gallery in Jersey City. Their projects spanned social analysis, creative expression, and community impact. The school also held a HASS Concert as part of the celebration, blending sound and scholarship.
The Visual Arts and Technology program showcased its senior capstone exhibition, Looks Like Rain, on April 24. The artists reflected, “‘Looks Like Rain’ is a phrase open to interpretation […] Its meaning depends on perspective and circumstance.” Each artist channeled a unique vision into their work; be it critique, memorial, or personal storytelling.
The School of Business featured student work across three specialized tracks: consulting (34 teams), entrepreneurship (6 teams), and research (8 teams). Exhibits filled the Babbio Atrium and extended into nearby classrooms. The highlight of the business track was the live pitch competition, where six entrepreneurial teams competed for top honors before a panel of judges.
The School of Engineering and Science (SES) hosted 189 senior design projects, 55 of which were interdisciplinary, reflecting collaborative work between students of different majors. Held in the Walker Gym, this showcase included projects from across departments, including a highlight by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE BAJA) and a freshman competition in autonomous robotics, showing innovation from every class year.
Roughly 40 Stevens alumni participated this year, offering mentorship, feedback, and industry insight. Their involvement helped bridge the gap between classroom innovation and real-world impact.
The 10th annual Ansary Entrepreneurship Competition featured six student teams pitching their Senior Design Projects to potential investors. CardioLink™️Technologies, led by senior BME students Robert Gordanier, Rhys Robichaud, Sean Shea, and Panos Stamas, took first place, advised by Peter Popolo and sponsored by Herman Morchel M.Eng. ’80. Another BME team, DensiSense, earned second place with members Avery Aquino, Meredith Czurlanis, Sonali Dalwadi, Ilana Plager, and Simran Salem, advised by Sally Shady. Third place went to HeraHealth, a computer science team of Kailie Jett, Nataly Jimenez, Shannon McGratty, Lilli Nappi, Renny Victoria, and Justine Wang, advised by David Klappholz and sponsored by Sophia Mains ‘24, Lauren Smith ’24, and Aya Zaatreh ’24.
Finalists also included CellVax Tech, the first Chemical Engineering entry in years, along with the Systems and Enterprises entry C-ALL: Cognitive Assistance with LiDAR Localization and School of Business entry Savor.
The Gallois Autonomous Robot Competition was also a great success and was emceed again by Professor Long Wang. The winning team included Mechanical Engineering students David Storch, Ashley Tiglao, and Megan Koek.
These awards recognize the exceptional talent, effort, and ingenuity of Stevens students, and serve as a final celebration of their undergraduate achievements.
