Society of Women Engineers
University of Michigan

For the past four years, SWE members have traveled to Chicago, Illinois, to do engineering outreach at Lindblom Math and Science Academy, a selective enrollment high school on the Southside. Our goal has been to introduce students to STEM fields through hands-on activities and discussions, particularly focusing on underrepresented communities.

 

This year, we’re excited to expand our efforts. In addition to continuing our work with Lindblom, we’ll be partnering with other schools in the Chicagoland area. We believe that by reaching more students, we can open doors to opportunities in STEM both at the University of Michigan and beyond.

 

During our 2022 Spring Break, we interacted with about 800 students and 20 teachers, running engineering activities in computer science, math, and engineering classes. We also had discussions with high school seniors about the college experience, from applying to choosing first-year courses. Many of these students have since chosen to attend the University of Michigan’s College of Engineering, showing just how impactful this experience can be.

 

Each year, our mission is to educate, inspire, and engage students. We design engineering activities to help them explore different fields within engineering and see how they can apply what they learn in the real world. Our presentations cover various engineering majors, project teams, and what college life is like. We also make it a priority to interact directly with the students, ask questions, and offer support. We encourage students to ask us anything—whether it's about the activities, college, or future careers in engineering.

 

If you're interested in joining us for an exciting and rewarding experience during Spring Break 2025, we encourage you to apply. It’s a great chance to make a difference, explore a new city, and connect with others in SWE!