Society of Women Engineers
University of Michigan

For the past few years, SWE members have dedicated their Spring Break to traveling to Chicago, Illinois, where we bring engineering outreach directly into classrooms. Our long-standing partnership with Lindblom Math and Science Academy, a selective enrollment high school on the South Side, has allowed us to share hands-on STEM activities and personal stories with students who often have limited access to engineering role models.

This year, we are thrilled to build on that foundation. Alongside our continued work at Lindblom, we will be returning to Jonathan Burr Elementary School introduced last year to broaden our impact and reach even more students. Our vision is to help open pathways into STEM for students from all backgrounds and to highlight opportunities available at the University of Michigan and beyond.

In past trips, our team has engaged hundreds of students and dozens of teachers through activities spanning computer science, math, and engineering. We have also led conversations with seniors about navigating the college journey, from admissions to the first year of classes. Several students have since gone on to join Michigan Engineering, which shows the long-term impact of these interactions.

The purpose of ASB is to educate, inspire, and connect. By designing interactive lessons, presenting different fields of engineering, and sharing our own experiences as college students, we aim to spark curiosity and confidence in STEM. Just as importantly, we take time to connect personally with students, answering questions about school, careers, and the future.

If you are looking for a meaningful way to spend your Spring Break in 2026, we invite you to apply! This is an opportunity to serve, grow, and experience Chicago while helping shape the next generation of engineers. Please reach out to swe.out.asb@umich.edu with any questions or concerns