The Engineering Experience

The Women in Engineering Program is offering an awesome opportunity to video chat a member of the leadership team. Use this time however you would like to learn more about Purdue Engineering and the Women in Engineering Program! We know that your plans to visit campus may have been altered, but we want to make sure you know everything you need to know about Purdue to make an informed decision! If video chatting a current Purdue student is something you would be interested in, please fill out this form ( https://tinyurl.com/videochatpurduewiep ) and a member of our leadership team will be in contact with you shortly to set something up! You can request to chat with any member(s) of the leadership team based on their major and involvements.  Madeleine Hollinger, Chemical Engineering '21 WE Link Leadership Team Stay Connected With Purdue WIEP! Facebook: Purdue Women in Engineering Twitter: @purduewiep  Instagram: @purduewiep Blog: purduewiep.blogspot.com ...

The decision of pursuing a college degree abroad can be tough. In an attempt to make the best choice for myself, I had initially planned to create a pros and cons list which would provide general information about transitioning to life abroad. What I later noticed, however, is that a list could never encompass all the adventures and obstacles one could possibly encounter! Hence, why I made the decision of writing about what has been to me, the biggest challenge of moving abroad. Exactly a year ago I committed to Purdue University to study Chemical Engineering. My greatest fear as I stepped onto the plane was the reality check that, from now on, I could possibly experience the constant feeling of intimidation, as I was an international woman going into a field predominantly studied by men. Choosing to commit to Purdue University was a leap of faith that I took into hoping that it would be as diverse and as inclusive as it promised me to be, and I do not regret doing so! While I...

At a recent volunteer night, current female engineers were asked to list what words came to mind when provided with the following topics. The "Word Clouds" you see below are our way of displaying their responses in a unique way! First-Year Engineering When it comes to academics, first-year engineering students get exposure to problem solving, coding, and other opportunities. The words below also share some of the soft skills that come along with the first-year engineering experience at Purdue! Campus Activities  As part of the BIG 10, Purdue students love attending sporting events and cheering on the various Boilermaker sports. Students also enjoy other aspects of Purdue's campus and extracurricular activities such as intramural sports, Greek life, and the nearby Chauncey area that has many shops and restaurants! WE Link As part of the women in engineering program (WIEP), many of our volunteers find a sense of community and friendship throug...

Samples from Brittany's research with phosphorus isotope extraction methods When making the decision about which college to attend, it is always important to consider your end goal. To define this goal, it can be helpful to envision yourself in five to ten years. Where are you working? Are you in research or industry? Did you go to graduate, law, or medical school? What is your dream job? Once you have defined your goal, think about how to get there. Or, if you can’t clearly see what you want to be doing in the future, think about how to discover your true passions and goals. Personally, when I tried to think about my goal after college as a freshman, I was conflicted. I couldn’t decide what I wanted to do with my degree, as I didn’t have experience in industry or research. I panicked everytime someone asked me what my future plans were, but then I realized that it was perfectly normal to not have everything figured out. That’s why we go to college, and a university l...

Purdue, as you have likely discovered through visits, research, or other resources, is a large university. With over 40,000 students on campus, there are just that many more opportunities presented to students, allowing you to personalize your experience and make Purdue your customized piece of home. The professors and administrators at Purdue want to help you make your time here the best it can be, encouraging and supporting you so that you can make the difference and secure the future you want. They want to get to know you, to help and advise you while you are embarking on your journey at Purdue, but you have to take the first step into building a connection with them. These relationships that you will develop with professors are essential, as they may one day get you a scholarship, a job, or admittance to another program in the future. To help you form these ever-so-important relationships and connections with your professors when in college, here are a few tips! Fir...

Want to get more involved with outreach with the Women in Engineering Program? Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IGED) is the perfect event for you! Last Saturday Purdue WIEP hosted the annual IGED event, where high school freshmen and sophomores have a chance to come to Purdue and learn more about engineering. The girls participate in hands-on activities that are geared towards specific engineering disciplines within a track, such as “Medicine”, “Everyday Products”, and “Space.” As a volunteer, you can mentor a small group of students throughout the day by taking them to their sessions, lunch at a dining court, and a brief tour of campus. You are their first point of contact in answering any questions they may have about engineering or college in general. Another opportunity for volunteering is to participate in leading an activity session. At the session, you will help the students complete their tasks and answer any questions they may have along the way. There is also time ...