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Chats With Change Makers: Ben Dopp

Oct 11, 2023 | Our Story & Impact, Celebrate Engineering

On Thursday October 5th (aka: World Teacher Day) our Chats with Change Makers student host Kavya got to interview Ben Dopp, a 3d Printing Specialist at TE Connectivity. Chats with Change Makers is designed to showcase real engineers, technologists, and technicians to...

October Featured Activities

Oct 4, 2023 | Engineering Activities

Each month our team highlights three engineering activities that pair the Engineering Design Process with open-ended questions and invite students to Discover Engineering. Creepy Putty This engineering challenge is perfect for the spookiest month! Students from...

Welcome to the Future: Engineer’s Week 2024

Sep 25, 2023 | Celebrate Engineering

Welcome to Engineers Week 2024! This year’s theme "Welcome to the Future" is about celebrating today’s achievements and paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering. Engineers Are Shaping the Future. Engineering is at the forefront of...

3 Easy Ways to Interest Kids in Engineering

Sep 19, 2023 | Increasing Engineering Interests, Strengthen Confidence in Engineering, Building STEM Identities

When it comes to nurturing a child’s interest in engineering, it basically comes down to three things:

1. Talk about engineering in a way that’s appealing and aligns with their interests.
2. Connect them with role models they can relate to.
3. Lead students in engineering activities.

6 Ways Students Grow Through Engineering Challenges

Sep 12, 2023 | Strengthen Confidence in Engineering, Building STEM Identities

By engaging students in engineering challenges you play a key role in nurturing their STEM identity. Here are just 6 ways students grow through engineering challenges: Developing Problem-Solving Skills: Engineering is all about finding solutions to real-world...

Are Engineers Really Just Born? The Big Myth.

Aug 28, 2023 | Increasing Engineering Interests, Create a Sense of Belonging

And What You Can Do to Debunk It! The big myth in engineering is that engineers are born, not made. Meaning you are either destined to be an engineer due to some innate genetic makeup or you’re not. Well, I call foul on this. What if instead we started from the idea...

4 Easy Tips To Do Engineering Activities at Home

Aug 22, 2023 | Strengthen Confidence in Engineering

Keeping your kids occupied and happy is a standard parenting goal. But what if you could keep them busy AND build their confidence, practice their problem-solving skills, and have fun―all at the same time? As a parent and someone who has worked in STEM education for a...

Build Your Career Through Volunteering!

Aug 15, 2023 | Celebrate Engineering

Not only is volunteering fulfilling, it's a great way to build your career as you develop your professional skills and opportunities. This was the takeaway message from a DiscoverE webinar. Our panelists Dale Jans, VP of Jans Corporation; Danielle Couger, Senior...

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