Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education

Learning by Doing

At USI’s Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education, we prepare future leaders to think boldly, act compassionately, and make a difference. Our faculty, staff, and alumni work side by side with students to solve real-world challenges—from advancing technology and protecting the environment to improving education and community health.

Rooted in our motto, “Learning by Doing,” every student gains meaningful, hands-on experience that builds confidence, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. The Pott College is defined by academic excellence and a genuine culture of care. Discover our programs, connect with our faculty, and start shaping the future as a Screaming Eagle.

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Outdoor learning expands at USI

Work is underway on a three-year, $150,000 grant from the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), with support from Toyota Motor North America, to expand outdoor learning opportunities at the University of Southern Indiana.

STEM Discovery Lab Opens

Opening on the first floor of the David L. Rice Library, the University of Southern Indiana’s new STEM Discovery Lab will connect busloads of kindergarten through eighth-grade students with hands-on learning on the USI campus.

USI alumna unearths opportunity to study fossils at the Smithsonian

A research project that began with plant fossils found along the banks of the Wabash River led Taryn Joest ‘24, a University of Southern Indiana geology graduate, to one of the world's most renowned natural history collections.