Students/Education
Cherish Chukwu, SPE, won the 2026 SPE Africa Regional Student Paper Contest and will represent the SPE Africa Region at the 2026 SPE International Student Paper Contest.
The 5-year multidisciplinary program will offer students the opportunity to earn a BS in engineering and an MS in business.
A global portal to collaboration and growth, the Student Chapter Development Workshop connects SPE student chapters worldwide to exchange knowledge and learn from industry experts, all under the 2026 theme of catalyzing carbon management innovation.
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The Drilling Fluids Research and Innovation laboratory will study and develop drilling fluids solutions. -
The event will take place on 22 July and is available both virtually and in person, offering students a firsthand look at what an engineering career entails.
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The symposium will offer technical short courses, keynote sessions, a career fair, and more, designed to equip students and YPs with the skills needed in the energy industry.
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Petroleum engineering tops the pay scale among engineering majors, with new graduates projected to earn an average starting salary of $100,750, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
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The event, taking place on 2 April, will explore the theme "Beyond Automation: AI as the Catalyst Reshaping the Oil and Gas Industry."
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Students are invited to attend on 1 April with full access to all oral and poster sessions, exhibition, and the refreshment break.
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At a pivotal moment for SPE, the sunset of the eMentoring Program marks a moment of reflection. For many, eMentoring was more than a platform; it was a bridge across borders and generations. Its conclusion reminds us that while programs may evolve, the spirit of mentorship endures—carried forward by volunteers, local sections, and student chapters committed to investi…
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The chapter recently welcomed 113 new officers as it looks toward organizational growth and strategic rebranding in 2026.
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Young professionals aim to demystify Drillbotics for students and early-career engineers by offering practical insights into the technical, organizational, and decision-making challenges encountered throughout the competition.
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The $1-million grant will establish a multidisciplinary research hub combining geomechanics, fluid dynamics, advanced reservoir characterization, and artificial intelligence.
