In this essay contest of EngineerGirl!, National Academy of Engineering, students are challenged to think like an engineer to solve a survival problem. In their essays, they must describe how to use the contents of a backpack and the surrounding environment to create shelter, gather food and water, or summon rescue. Please see the full description here or on the website for the specific requirements of this contest.
The website also challenges parents, after-school program administrators and community members to pledge to connect children in their lives with the wonders of science and math.
Drexel University’s Engineering Summer Mentorship Program is a dynamic, 3-week research experience that provides high school students with the opportunity to work in a Drexel laboratory on an individualized research project. In addition to the educational experience that research provides, students will gain a competitive edge in the college application office and foster relationships with faculty mentors as well as like-minded high school students. Application deadline: March 15, 2010.
National Lab Day, a new nationwide initiative “encouraging young people to be makers of things, not just consumers of things”, will be coming to you in May 2010, says President Obama. Look out for engineering students and professionals visiting your schools next year – it should mean another opportunity to get your hands dirty and participate in fun science-related activities!
If you happen to be in the area, be sure to check out STEMfest tomorrow at Discovery World in Milwaukee for a day of fun science exhibits! Admission is free.
The website also challenges parents, after-school program administrators and community members to pledge to connect children in their lives with the wonders of science and math. 
