Past, Present, Future
Each year, the Case Engineering Council (CEC) coordinates CWRU’s Engineers Week (E-Week) to celebrate and raise public understanding and appreciation of engineers’ contributions to society. Students are able to participate in friendly competition, social events, seminars with excellent speakers, and an E-Week Reception.
Events
Scavenger Hunt
February 14th - 22nd, 2013
CWRU Campus - click "here" for for instructions
To become more familar with the various departmental locations and services on campus, students will win various prizes for visiting the repsective locations listed. The more you visit, the better your prize! Enjoy!
Introduce a Girl to Engineering
February 14th, 2013
Nord 310 at 12 pm - 4 pm
Women in Science and Engineering Roundtable (WISER) presents its fifth annual 'Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IAGTE)' event. IAGTE Day promotes engineering as a strong career option for girls. WISER will host 100 middle-school students from E-Prep School, the Intergenerational School, Monticello Middle School and Woodbury Elementary. Students will learn from professional women in the field and participate in hands-on CSE labs activities.
Engineering Showcase Fair
February 14th, 2013
Hvorka Atrium at 11 am - 1 pm
Join various engineering student groups and departments in Hovorka Atrium from 11-1 to enjoy Jimmy Johns and pizza while learning about their work.
SWE Luncheon
February 15th, 2013
Nord 310 at 12:30 pm - 2 pm
This year, the theme of the annual SWE Luncheon will be Women in Engineering: Myths and Truths. The keynote speech will be given by CWRU professor Dr. Kathy Buse! In an interactive talk, we will review the most common myths related to women in engineering. Everyone is welcome to join us in uncovering the real truths about women in engineering using contemporary research and networking with CWRU professors and staff, corporate representatives, and students.
Programming & Gaming Competition
February 15th, 2013
Jolly Scholar at 6 pm - 9 pm
E-Week programming competition and game night at the Jolly Scholar. Bring your laptop to solve computer science problems and win prizes, or come to play various xbox games on the Jolly Scholar's TVs. Free keg for those over 21, and free nacho bar for everyone!
Engineering Challenges Carnival
February 15th, 2013
Nord Hall 310 at 11 am - 3 pm
All pre-K to 12th grade students and families are welcome to see science and engineering demonstrations and challenge your inner engineer with hands-on games and activites. Talk with current CWRU students and learn more about the opportunies of studying engineering. Games, food, and fun provided!
Electrify Your Impact
February 18th, 2013
Nord Hall 310 at 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Our increasing demand for electronics has much more of an impact than we think, both social and environmental! Come learn from representatives from the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, CWRU Office for Sustainability, and local nonprofit organization RET3 about the implications of this impact and what we can do to lessen this impact. Hosted by the Student Sustainability Council, Undergraduate Materials Society, and STAND- Student Anti-Genocide Coalition. Lunch courtesy of Panera Bread.
Peer Advising Ice Cream Social
February 18th, 2013
Wade at 6 pm - 8 pm
Join us for ice cream and toppings in the Pioneer Room and meet upperclassmen peer advisers. Learn more about different majors, what classes to take, academic opportunities, and meet new people!
Ad Zap! MEM Marketing Competition
February 19th, 2013
Nord 310 at 11 am - 1 pm
A group competition of 3 to 6 people. Teams will be presented with a product on spot. They would be given 1 1/2 minutes to come up with an advertisement, 2 minutes to enact the advertisement, and will have to answer questions from the judges for 30 seconds. Teams that come up with the most interesting and compelling advertisement wins the event!
Career Mentor Series
February 19th, 2013
Nord 410 at 4pm
Are you ready for "the real world"? Whether you're an upperclassman with a job in hand or are just starting out and trying to figure out what you want to do for your career, come join us on Tuesday, Feb. 19 for the Career Mentor Series. Four alumni from a diverse range of majors and companies will be present for a Q+A session, ready to answer anything and everything about job finding strategies, networking, what to expect when you're on the job, plus much more. Now's your time to ask any question on your mind and to be the best prepared candidate or co-worker!
Trivia Night
February 19th, 2013
Jolly Scholar at 8 pm - 9:30 pm
Your classic Jolly Scholar trivia, with an engineering twist! Get a team together, and show off what you've learned at Case. Food, drinks, and a keg for those 21 and older provided by E-Week.
WISER Light Bulb Drop
February 20th, 2013
Nord 310 & Atrium at 11 am - 1 pm
WISER is once again organizing the Annual E-Week Design Competition! Teams of students will compete for cash prizes, generously donated by the Case Alumni Association and Philips Lighting. Cash Prizes: 1st: $250 2nd: $175 3rd: $75. Don't miss out!
ASME Roundtable
February 20th, 2013
Nord 310 at 6 pm - 7 pm
Come meet practicing Engineers. Enjoy good food and join in a discussion about careers and networking!
Alcoa Networking Luncheon
February 21st, 2013
Nord 310 at 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Company Networking Panel: 2 pm - 3:30 pm
NSBE and SWE presents the Alcoa Networking Luncheon. Afterwards the Company Networking Panel discussion will take place featuring representatives from Accenture, Alcoa, Eaton and General Electric! Learn about careers within these organizations, tips from the experts, and how to best present yourself in the job search.
E-Week Banquet
February 21st, 2013
Mariott (Downtown Cleveland) at 5:15 pm - 9 pm
"Eaton’s Green Future Right Here in Northeast Ohio"
Can LEED be smart? Can civil "speak" to electrical? What does it mean to be a LEED building and how does it impact construction?
Alexis Abramson, associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, and emerging technologies supervisor of the Department of Energy's building technologies program, will lead a distinguished panel of experts from Eaton Corporation, The Jacob Group, Higley Construction and Green Concepts International.
Faculty, Staff, Alumni and Friends: register now!
Students: register now! RSVP by Friday Feb 15th
Learn more about the venue: Cleveland Marriot at Downtown Key Center.
More details:
Regular Banquet ticket: $40
Student Banquet ticket: $10
E-week T-shirt $10
Student Ticket and T-shirt $15
We will be selling tickets in Nord atrium the weeks of Feb 4th and 11th. Bring CASH to pay for you ticket and/or t-shirts!!
High School Balsa Model Bridge Competition
February 22nd, 2013
Bigham Structures Lab at 9 am - 2 pm
The bridge competition requires high school students to build a bridge using only balsa and wood glue to span a distance of 24 inches. The bridges are tested to destruction and the maximum load is recorded. Prizes are awarded for the best design and for the bridge with the largest strength to weight ratio!
Departmental Decathalon
February 22nd, 2013
Carlton Commons at 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Come help us wrap up E-Week by representing your department in a fun competition! From three-legged races to hula hoop passes, the Departmental Decathalon will bring students and faculty together as a team to win bragging rights for their department!. All are welcome to come out to participate or support!