Students/Education
Students from around the globe are invited to participate in the 2026 Switch Global Case Competition to tackle the pressing issue of energy poverty and compete for $50,000 in prize money.
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.
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The $1-million grant will establish a multidisciplinary research hub combining geomechanics, fluid dynamics, advanced reservoir characterization, and artificial intelligence. -
Bentiu University of Petroleum is now accepting students and will offer programs in petroleum engineering, environmental studies, computer science, management, and information technology.
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The 18-credit certificate, available this fall, will combine petroleum engineering fundamentals with sustainability, energy economics, law, and digital tools to prepare graduates for a changing energy sector.
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The free, virtual program is designed to help participants build data-driven capabilities for the energy industry.
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Chinecherem Ezembadiwe, SPE, shares his journey as president of SPE Federal University of Technology Owerri Student Chapter.
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Fifty high school students will be invited to a 2-day energy education workshop, where they will be introduced to energy-sector careers and technical skills available in their own region.
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EZOps will integrate its Mobile Oilfield Management platform into the college’s energy technology program, giving students hands-on experience with digital tools used in modern oilfield operations.
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The software will enhance education and research across energy, geothermal, mining, and geotechnical engineering by giving students and faculty hands-on access to industry-standard tools used worldwide.
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The event celebrated and united past and present members for learning, recognition, and a hands-on engineering competition that reinforced the chapter’s commitment to technical excellence and innovation.
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The program is designed specifically for STEM students without an engineering background and prepares students to work in energy- and sustainability-focused fields.
