The founding precepts of Olin College of Engineering state that it should be “an important and constant contributor to the advancement of engineering education in America and throughout the world”. In the 25 years since its establishment, the College’s external engagement agenda has steadily grown in prominence and ambition.

Dr Graham was commissioned to undertake an independent assessment of Olin's external engagement strategy via a two-phase study. The first phase, conducted in 2016/17, examined the approach and impact of the College’s external engagement activities to date. The second phase, conducted in 2022/23, was designed to inform Olin's future direction and examined the opportunities, challenges and market need for Olin's external engagement activities over the coming decade.