Fastest Growing Occupation: Network Systems and Data Communications

According to the most recent data published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts is projected to be the fastest growing occupation over the next decade. Employment in this occupation is projected to grow by more than 53% until 2016. Moreover income in this occupation will continue to be in the highest quartile.

Information for Students who would Like to Transfer to the CFRS Program

The M.S. in Computer and Forensics program (CFRS) will be kicked off this coming Fall 2009 semester, as many of you know.  Some TCOM students already mentioned their interest to transfer to the CFRS program. Thus, this advises you how to transfer to the new program should you wish to.  Please follow the instructions below carefully, especially the deadline. 

Professors Jeremy Allnutt and Scott Tran Honored by the Volgenau School with Outstanding Teaching Awards

Professor Jeremy Allnutt, the former director of the Telecommunications Graduate Program, received the Outstanding Teaching award for 2009. In addition, Professor Scott Tran, a long-time adjunct professor in Telecommunications, was honored with the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award. Both were recognized at the Volgenau School's Spring Gala.

Professor Sachdev Inducted Into Society of Satellite Professionals International Hall of Fame

On March 25, 2009, Professor DK Sachdev was inducted into the Society of Sattelite Professionals International Hall of Fame. Along with four other inductees, Prof. Sachdev's career achievements were honored.

New TCOM Website Launched

The updated and redesigned website or the Graduate Programs in Telecommunications is now on-line. The site is aiming to keep current students up-to-date about the degree requirements and course offerings. It also provides prospective students with essential facts and information about the Telecommunications program and helps our alumni to stay connected.

Convocation 2009

The Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering Convocation was held on May 14, 2009 for the graduation class of 2009 and 84 graduates received their Masters of Science in Telecommunications. A reception for the graduating class of 2009 and their guests was held after the ceremony.

The Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering Moves to a New Building

In late April, the Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering opened the doors of its new building on the Fairfax Campus. The Engineering building is located between the Research I building and the Aquatic Center on the Southeast side of the campus. It houses all academic departments in the school. The program office for the MS in Telecommunications is now located in room 3300 of the Engineering building.