The funding supports Endicott’s Preparing Next-Gen Engineers initiative, which equips students and faculty with advanced tools used across infrastructure, energy systems, environmental monitoring, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. By modernizing its laboratories, Endicott will further reduce the on-ramp time between classroom learning and professional engineering practice.
“This investment enhances Endicott’s experiential, applied learning that prepares students to step confidently into the workforce,” said Bryan Cain, Interim President of Endicott College. “With this new equipment and new laboratory capabilities, we are giving our students access to the same tools and technologies they will encounter in the field, while also supporting faculty research and regional innovation.”
The award comes on the heels of being designated as a TechHub in Advanced Mobility Technologies, in partnership with MassAutonomy and MassDOT Aeronautics, which recognizes the College’s growing role as a regional center for innovation, applied research, and workforce development in science and technology fields. Both the TechHub designation and this federal investment underscore Endicott’s momentum in building the infrastructure, partnerships, and talent pipeline needed to support emerging industries and regional economic growth.
New instrumentation funded through the award will support undergraduate research, senior capstone projects, internships, and industry-partnered initiatives. Planned investments include advanced sensor-based drone technology to establish an Advanced Air Mobility laboratory, as well as applied research and workforce training; power engineering and Smart Grid training systems; an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer for environmental contamination analysis and trace metals detection; and dedicated project design stations equipped for networking, cybersecurity, and data-driven research.
“I'm pleased that Beverly-based Endicott College has been awarded $786,000 in Community Project Funding to support the acquisition of state-of-the-art engineering laboratory equipment,” said Beverly Mayor Michael P. Cahill. “This advanced facility provides critical science and technology education that directly promotes job creation and economic development in Essex County. Many thanks to our Congressional delegation for their advocacy that resulted in this important funding award.”
As one of the few engineering programs on Massachusetts’ North Shore, Endicott plays a critical role in meeting regional workforce needs. Nearly 90 percent of Endicott graduates are employed in a field related to their major, and many remain in the region to begin their careers, contributing directly to local and state economic growth.
The expanded laboratory capabilities will also deepen Endicott’s partnerships with industry, government agencies, and educational institutions, supporting applied research and professional development opportunities for both students and the existing STEM workforce.
“This award positions Endicott to continue growing its engineering program in ways that are responsive to industry demand and aligned with national research priorities,” said Gene Wong, Dean of the School of Science and Technology. “It’s an investment in students, faculty, and the future engineering workforce.”