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Empowering Engineers to Build Beyond the Book

Engineering education shouldn’t end at the classroom door. At Book to Build, we’re redefining how students grow—by turning theory into practice, building across disciplines, and equipping tomorrow’s innovators with the tools to lead, create, and collaborate in the real world.

What We Offer to You

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Projects Designed for You

Learning is most impactful when it is tailored to your interests and career goals. That is why we design hands-on projects specifically for you — an aspiring engineer, software developer, or even biomedical researcher.

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Tutoring by Discipline

Understanding complex engineering concepts requires more than generic support — it calls for making connections with mentors who specialize in your field of study, no matter what area you need help with.

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Portfolio-Based Experience

In today’s competitive job market, a polished resume is quite frankly not enough. That is why we emphasize portfolio development — giving you the tools and opportunities to showcase your technical and collaborative abilities.

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Ability to Collaborate

Engineers do not work in silos — they work in teams. Our program is designed to strengthen your ability to collaborate across disciplines, preparing you for the dynamic, team-oriented environments found in the modern industry,

Our Vision for

2025-‘26

We aim to become the University of Tennessee’s most impactful and inclusive engineering organization by empowering students to bridge classroom knowledge with real-world skills.

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