engineering

SWE Hawaii Collegiate Section

The Society of Women Engineers Mission Statement “To expand the image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life and to demonstrate the value of diversity in Engineering.” The University of Hawai‘i College of Engineering Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is the local collegiate chapter of a not-for-profit national organization dedicated to empowering women to succeed and advance in the field of engineering. Today, SWE Hawai‘i Collegiate Section is the largest and fastest growing student chapter at the UHM College of Engineering. The SWE Hawai‘i Collegiate Section is open to all students interested in engineering who are enrolled in the University of Hawai‘i system, regardless of gender, ethnicity or age. There are currently over seventy registered SWE Hawai‘i members, including undergraduates and graduate students. Nationally, SWE is 14,000 members strong with over 70 local sections and 277 student sections throughout the world.          

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  • Education (K-12)
  • Education (College and greater)

2010 Head Start (UH Manoa - College of Engineering)

Date: 
08/20/2010 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Location: 
UH Manoa - Campus Center Ballroom, POST Building, Holmes Hall
A Formal Introduction to Engineering at UH Manoa You’ve probably attended one of our open house events in the past, and/or the University of Hawai‘i’s New Student Orientation event. Now, we want to give you a taste of what the exciting field of engineering has to offer and how you can best be prepared for it at the College of Engineering. Current students, faculty members and industry professionals will share their knowledge about engineering through a variety of discussions, presentations and lectures.

EAH Luncheon Meeting

Date: 
02/19/2010 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: 

Fort Street Grill, Honolulu

Engineers and Architects of Hawaii Weekly Luncheon Meeting

Speaker: Bill Leary, PE Sailor and Photographer Title: Sailing Hawaiian Waters

Abstract: Noted blue water sailing navigator and tactician Bill Leary will present the epic account of his recent sailing voyage through the Hawaiian Islands. He will narrate his PowerPoint presentation providing valuable tips to those who might seek to follow in his wake. For the rest of us armchair travelers Bill will introduce us to the beauty of Hawaii as seen by those who go to sea.

53rd Hawaii State Science & Engineering Fair

Date: 
04/05/2010 (All day) - 04/07/2010 (All day)
Location: 
Hawaii Convention Center 4th Floor 1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
The Hawaii State Science and Engineering Fair (HSSEF) is an enrichment program which stimulates interest in science and encourages entry into a science related career. Excellence of student achievement is recognized and rewarded. Students have the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and engineers in the program. Exhibits at school, district and state levels serve to educate the public about science and engineering. HSSEF is the oldest and largest science education program in Hawaii.

CoE Spring Career Day

Date: 
02/10/2010 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 

UH Manoa, Holmes Hall, Ground Floor

The Spring Career Day provides an opportunity for companies to advertise their business and/or job and internship opportunities to our current engineering students. Held at Holmes Hall on the UH Manoa campus, companies set up tables and display company information through posterboards, brochures, videos, etc. It is a great opportunity for industry professionals to speak with our engineering students. Mainland and local companies welcomed.

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REIS Seminar

Date: 
12/03/2009 - 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location: 

University of Hawaii at Manoa (O'ahu), Holmes Hall 244

This week's REIS seminar will include 7 short presentations from students in CEE691 and EE699 courses. Speaker names and titles can be found in the attached file. Everyone is welcome to attend the presentations and support College of Engineering students.

REIS Seminar: Smart Grid

Date: 
10/15/2009 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: 

University of Hawaii at Manoa, Holmes Hall 244

CEE691/EE699 Seminar in Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability (REIS)

"Smart Grid" is the new buzz word in the utility industry. Some may have seen the GE and IBM television commercials about a Smart Grid for a smarter future. There are many goals that could be achieved with a full implementation of a Smart Grid. In fact, each utility could have their own version of a Smart Grid depending on the issues that need to be resolved.

Lecture: Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)

Date: 
10/01/2009 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: 

University of Hawaii at Manoa, Holmes Hall 244

CEE691/EE699 Seminar in Renewable Energy and Island Sustainability (REIS)

Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC)

Speaker: Dr. Luis Vega, Program Manager, National Marine Renewable Energy Center, UHM

Engineering Day

Date: 
09/26/2009 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Location: 

Universtiy of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu. Art Auditorium/Holmes Hall/POST Building

Engineering Day is a half-day event open to high school students and parents interested in engineering. Teachers and counselors are also welcomed to attend to learn more about the engineering program. The day consists of a brief overview of the UHM engineering program, followed by a tour of our high-tech research laboratories, including a question and answer session. There are also many opportunities to talk with faculty and current engineering students, including a meet and greet session at the end of the event.

CoE Fall Career Day

Date: 
10/09/2009 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 

University of Hawaii at Manoa, Holmes Hall, Ground Floor

Fall Career Day provides an opportunity for companies to advertise their business and/or job and internship opportunities to our current engineering students. Held at Holmes Hall on the UH Manoa campus, companies set up tables and display company information through posterboards, brochures, videos, etc. It is a great opportunity for industry professionals to speak with our engineering students. Mainland and local companies will be represented.

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