eligible for EIT status upon graduation. Nick has also been awarded several honors during his tenure at Penn State—he received the Evan Pugh Scholar Award, which is awarded to the top 0.5% of each graduating class; he also received the ASHRAE Willis H. Carrier National Scholarship in Spring 2013.
Nick spent this past summer in New York City working for Arup as a mechanical engineering intern. During the previous summer, Nick had the opportunity to work in Virginia with Southland Industries as a mechanical engineering intern; he also had the opportunity to participate in the Sedi di Roma Program in Rome, Italy for the first seven weeks of that summer. During the summer prior, Nick conducted research with Dr. Jelena Srebric, investigating microclimates in urban environments using Computational Fluid Dynamics. All of these experiences have enabled Nick to gain valuable insight towards his goal of becoming an innovative designer in the field of holistically sustainable, energy-efficient buildings.
During the school year, Nick performs research under Penn State’s Building Science Group. He has independently published two papers which have been presented at the COBEE National Conference and the AEI National Conference. Nick has also co-authored a paper with other members of the research group which is to be featured in the Energy and Buildings Journal. This research opportunity has allowed Nick to gain valuable knowledge and insight that has been a great supplement to his classroom experiences. Nick is also a Teaching Assistant for several courses, including AE 202, AE 211, AE 310 and AE 424.
Outside of school, Nick is interested in many things. He was a member of Penn State’s Lightweight Rowing Team and participated in several national championship races. Nick also enjoys running, swimming, cycling, boating, snowboarding, skiing, backpacking, reading, cooking, as well as many other activities.
he also had the opportunity to participate in the Sedi di Roma Program in Rome, Italy for the first seven weeks of that summer. During the summer prior, Tyler interned with the Office of Physical Plant at Penn State, doing commissioning on existing campus buildings. All of these experiences have enabled Tyler to gain knowledge and valuable experience that will help him become a designer in the field of sustainable building environments. Tyler is also a Teaching Assistant for several courses, including AE 202 and AE 310.
Outside of school, Tyler has many hobbies. An avid golfer and snowboarder, he enjoys spending time with his friends as well as reading a good book whenever he can get his hands on one. After graduation in May, Tyler will begin work in June with an MEP firm in Germantown, MD.
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Nick Rekstad is currently in his 5th year of study in the Architectural Engineering Program at Penn State University. In May 2014, he will graduate with both a Bachelor and Master of Architectural Engineering degree with a focus on mechanical engineering. Nick is also a member of the Schreyer Honors College and will graduate with honors. He will also graduate with minors in Information Science and Technology as well as Architectural Studies. Nick has also served many leadership roles throughout his career at Penn State, including serving as the President of both ASHRAE and the Student Society of Architectural Engineers. In Fall 2012, Nick passed the FE Exam and will be
Tyler Dietz is currently in his 5th year of study in the Architectural Engineering Program at Penn State University. In May 2014, he will graduate with both a Bachelor and Master of Architectural Engineering degree with a focus on mechanical engineering. He will also graduate with a minor in Architectural Studies. Tyler has also spent in final year of study serving as the Vice President of the ASHRAE student branch chapter at Penn State. In Spring 2012, Tyler passed the FE Exam and will be eligible for EIT status upon graduation.
Tyler spent this past summer Washington, D.C working for The James G. DAVIS Construction Corporation as project management intern. During the previous summer
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