Students
The students in the Construction Technology and Management Department come from many
diverse backgrounds. While the majority of the students are Michigan residents, there
are quite a few students from other Midwest states, around the country, and around
the world.
Scholarships
To help the students achieve their academic goals, there are several scholarship opportunities
available. Some of the scholarships are offered through the CTM department, while
other scholarships are available through the University and industry organizations.
For a more complete listing of available scholarships,
click here for
College of Engineering scholarships and
click here for
Program scholarships available to all students.
Associated Construction Students
The Associated Construction Students (ACS) is a recognized student organization on
the campus of Ferris State University. It is an umbrella student chapter of the following
associations:
- Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC),
- Associated General Contractors (AGC),
- Construction Management Association of America (CMAA),
- Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan (APAM),
- Michigan Infrastructure Transportation Association (MITA),
- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), and
- National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC).
ACS represents Construction Technology & Management students throughout their four
years of study. The goal is to develop a better understanding of the construction
industry and broaden the skills of the members by promoting leadership, teamwork,
ethics, and club involvement. To accomplish these objectives ACS is conducts regular
meetings and sponsors field trips, volunteer work, and social events.
For more information on the Associated Construction Students, click here.
Sigma Lambda Chi
Sigma Lambda Chi is the scholastic international honorary society that serves the
construction industry in both an academic and professional capacity. The fundamental purpose of Sigma Lambda Chi is
the recognition of outstanding students in construction. This objective is of the
highest degree of importance. Sigma Lambda Chi was formed to honor the most distinguished
students in construction, who have shown by their leadership and academic capabilities
that they are truly bound to become tomorrow's leaders in the construction industry.
An additional purpose of Sigma Lambda Chi is to also honor outstanding faculty members
and professionals in the construction industry.
The Omicron II chapter at Ferris State has been recognized as an internationally outstanding
organization of students. They have been honored to receive the following awards
over the past several years:
- International Outstanding Chapter: 2006, 2008, 2011
- High Achievement Award: 2007, 2009, 2010
- Award for Service to Major: 2005
For more information on Sigma Lambda Chi's international organization, click here.
Women in Technology (WIT)
An active student chapter open to all students in the College of Engineering Technology
(CET), WIT participates in academic and social activities that enhance interest and
involvement of women in traditionally male dominated professions. As an organization they
hope to influence and increase female enrollment in CET academic programs with the
direct result of strengthening female representation in the workplace.
Helpful Forms
Many forms are needed from time to time. Checksheets provide the list of required
courses and prerequisites for each degree program. Checklist are required to verify
that all academic or procedural requirements have been met.
