Welcome to Herff Engineering!
Welcome to the Herff College of Engineering at the University of Memphis, where innovation meets impact. Whether you’re exploring our programs, seeking research collaborations or ready to begin your engineering journey, I invite you to discover what makes Herff and the UofM such an extraordinary place to learn, create and lead.
As a Carnegie R1 research university, the University of Memphis stands among the nation’s top tier of institutions driving discovery and innovation. At Herff, we’re proud to be a major part of that success—advancing technology, solving real-world challenges and preparing the next generation of engineering leaders.
Every day, I’m reminded that Memphis is engineering—a city and a college defined by creativity, resilience and progress. Our faculty and students are conducting groundbreaking research in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, energy storage, biomedical innovation, cybersecurity, transportation and more. Through strong partnerships with industry and community leaders, Memphis is innovation in action.
The new STEM Classroom & Research Building embodies that spirit. It serves as a collaborative hub for interdisciplinary research, hands-on learning, and discovery—supporting our shared vision that Memphis is excellence in STEM education and engineering advancement.
Whether you’re a prospective student, an alum or a potential partner, I encourage you to experience firsthand how Memphis is opportunity, Memphis is collaboration and Memphis is the future of engineering.
Welcome to Herff—where Memphis is your starting point for innovation.
Okenwa Okoli
Dean and Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering
Dean's Office Contact Information
Herff College of Engineering
201D Engineering Administration
3795 Central Avenue
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN 38152
O: 901.678.2171
engineering@memphis.edu