The Engineering Experience

National Engineers Week is a week that is devoted to celebrating engineers and all of the awesome things that engineers have accomplished.  All around the country, colleges and universities celebrated Engineers Week with various activities throughout the week.  Purdue celebrates National Engineers Week a little later in the year, usually in March or April; that’s ok though because that just means engineers at Purdue get to have two weeks devoted to them! This year National Engineers was from February 19 th - February 25 th . This year the theme for National Engineers was “Dream Big”.  To celebrate this theme, National Engineers Week is promoted a new film, Dream Big, that showcases the impact that engineering has had on the world and our lives.  I think that the theme was an excellent choice, because as engineers the sky is our limit and we really can dream big.  With a degree from Purdue University, you will have the skills and talents to really create some amazing things that wi

It's Valentines Day week, when we express our love for people, things, and other parts in our life. I'd like to express my love for a program that has taught, brought and gave me so much. . . Purdue's Women in Engineering Program (WIEP)! Here some reasons why I love WIEP: 1) The Many Unique Programs  Purdue Women in Engineering Program offers SO much to SO many people. From Access Alums to I2D2 , Purdue WIEP is the hub for anyone with an interest in engineering. See the full list of programs  here .  They even have a wide variety of programs for prospective students, which you can see here . It's so easy to get involved and stay involved for life without getting bored, and that's why I love it.  2) Their Mission The mission of WIEP is to help women and girls discover their inner engineer. By provide constant programming, support and guidance, this mission isn't just words on a paper but evident in everyday life. Every single facet about WIEP

Between tuition, room & board, and books, figuring out how to afford a college education can feel like trying to jump through hoops.   Luckily, Purdue WIEP has advice to help you get your feet off the ground! College Funds on Display! 1. Look for Value—Consider student debt and alumni salaries when looking at colleges.   For example, Purdue was included in Princeton Review’s Top 200 “best value” colleges because of Purdue’s commitment to “affordability, accountability, and quality” (President Mitch Daniels). 2. Brag Away—When applying for scholarships, make sure to include all of your passions and accomplishments.   Now’s the time to show the scholarship committee why you deserve that award! 3. Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop—Continue applying for scholarships after you get to school.   Many scholarships are available for current undergraduate students, and you can see some that Purdue has to   offer on their Scholarship page . 4. File the FAFSA—Make sure to comp