Emily, along with a group of passionate individuals, embarked on a remarkable journey during her freshman year at the University of Minnesota Duluth. In 2017, they formed a chapter of Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA), with a small team of Read more
Volunteerism
Stronger Together: Critical Partnerships Build Resilience in the Face of Disaster
In a world where natural disasters can hit without warning, the importance of preparedness cannot be overstated. At Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA), we understand that being ready and resilient is crucial in mitigating the harmful impacts of these calamities. Read more
Brewing Good: Coffee Processing Invigorates Nicaraguan Communities
For the 150 families residing in the mountainside town of Tierra Nueva in northern Nicaragua, coffee offers a path out of poverty. Coffee is Nicaragua’s most important crop due to its economic, social, and environmental impacts. But 50 percent of Read more
Think Globally, Act Locally: Engineering Change in a New Orleans Neighborhood
Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) harnesses the skills of engineers to help the world’s most vulnerable communities. But we also have programs that help build a better world right in our own backyard. The EWB-USA Community Engineering Corps (CECorps) connects Read more
#MoreThanEngineers: Why We Love (and Need!) our Non-Engineer Volunteers
Engineering students and professionals are critical for Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) projects. They carry out sustainable engineering projects that empower communities across the globe to meet their basic human needs. EWB-USA’s name and mission highlight our passion for engineering. Read more
Feats of Service – Showcasing Stories of EWB-USA Volunteers
Everyone who volunteers is motivated by different purposes. Some volunteer to help others less fortunate, some to gain leadership skills, and some to foster new friendships. There is a place for everyone in Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA). We offer Read more
Stories From the Field: Bridging Together Communities in Guatemala
Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) began working in the Joyabaj municipality of Guatemala in 2005. EWB-USA Fellows Benjamin Cook and Kerry Drake give a firsthand account of the logistics required to complete a vehicle bridge that serves 20,000 people in Read more
From an Impossible Choice to an Inspirational Success in Peru
People in La Pitajaya, Peru had two choices: they could drink from their local water supply, which contained high levels of heavy metals and toxins, or they could travel two hours to get clean water from neighboring towns. It’s a Read more
The Inspirational Impact of an EWB-USA Mentor
Rodney Holbert’s journey as a Chapter mentor began with a phone call. On a water treatment trip to Nicaragua, he had met a student member of Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) West Virginia University Chapter. After returning home, the student Read more