Join the SYPC
The WEF Students and Young Professionals Committee (SYPC) develops several regular programs that occur at WEFTEC. These programs drive innovation, enrich the expertise of water professionals, and increase the awareness of the value of water.
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When: Friday, October 15, 2021
Where: Manierre Elementary School
1420 N Hudson Ave,
Chicago, IL 60610
Water Palooza will be happening virtually at Manierre Elementary School! If you would like to be a part of our live stream or provide an activity/giveaways for the students, please email WEF Staff liaison Megan Livak.
When: Saturday, October 16, 2021
8:30am - 4:00pm
*Buses will pick up volunteers at the Hilton Chicago Headquarters Hotel (720 S. Michigan Ave). We will begin loading at 8:30am and will be departing by 9:00am. Buses will arrive back at the Hilton by 4:00pm.
The Annual WEF Community Service Project, organized by the WEF Students and Young Professionals Committee (SYPC), offers WEFTEC participants an opportunity to give back to the Chicago local host community. Volunteers should be prepared to build, plant, paint, and/or rehabilitate an outdoor worksite – details about the project scope will be shared this Summer.
Registration for the service project is free and open to all WEFTEC participants. Volunteers will receive transportation to and from the worksite, a t-shirt, lunch, and a WEF Community Service Project ribbon for their WEFTEC badge. Service Project volunteers will also leave a lasting mark on the water environment in Chicago.
The WEF Student Design Competition promotes real-world design experience for students interested in pursuing education and careers in water and wastewater engineering and science.
WEF Students & Young Professionals Committee Meeting
When: Monday, October 18
Where: S103bcd, South Building Level 1 – McCormick Place
Student Meeting, 10:00am - 11:00am
SYP Meeting, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Students are welcome and encouraged to stick around for YP Meeting!
Please email Megan Livak for more information.
Students, Academics, Young Professionals, and Member Association leaders are invited to attend this meeting. Come join in and learn what the SYPC has been up to!
More details to follow!
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