Engineers Week
#Eweek2024
Many clubs participate in Bot Wars, the marquee event of Engineers Week.
Engineers Week brings engineering at UB into the spotlight for a week in February with a series of student-run engineering and science-themed competitions.
About Engineers Week at UB
Each February, UB's student engineering clubs organize a variety of programs during UB Engineers Week to promote interaction among participating clubs and the campus community.
Most clubs host at least one activity, with some hosting two. Clubs earn points by hosting competitions, taking part in other club’s events and for placing either first, second or third in contests. The three groups with the highest total of points at the end of the week are awarded funds for their club budgets.
Highlights from 2024 Engineers Week
Engineers Week 2024
In February, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences hosted its annual Engineers Week. Student clubs participated in a series of events ranging from building spaghetti towers to making liquid nitrogen ice cream and participating in battle bots.
Published March 5, 2024
Sponsors
Engineers Week is sponsored by the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences' Engineering Partners and the UB Student Association.
Special Events
National E Week
Interested in learning more about National Engineers Week? Visit the DiscoverE website.
Special Events
Pledge to Professionalism Ceremony
Tues., February 20, 2024 | 5 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. | Norton 190: Woldman Theater.
Reception to Follow the Ceremony in Davis Hall Atrium
Registration required. Students who are eligible to participate in the SEAS Pledge to Professionalism Ceremony should have received an email with registration instructions.
The SEAS Pledge to Professionalism Ceremony includes the Order of the Engineer and the Pledge of the Computing Professional. The Order of the Engineer is a fellowship of engineers that emphasizes pride and responsibility in the engineering profession. Senior engineering students take an “Obligation of the Engineer” oath together, and receive a ceremonial ring. The Pledge of the Computing Professional promotes and recognizes the ethical and moral behavior of graduates of computing-related degree programs as they transition to careers of service to society.
Engineer of the Year
Each year, we also honor the Engineer of the Year at the Pledge to Professionalism Ceremony. This distinction is awarded to a school alum or closely affiliated person with distinguishing activities in alumni, community, business and professional affairs.
The 2024 Engineer of the Year is Salvatore “Sam” Privitera, BS ‘88, Chief Technical Officer at AtriCure.
Salvatore “Sam” Privitera, BS ‘88
SEAS Corporate Partners Panel
Wed., February 21, 2024 I Noon to 2 p.m. I 210 Student Union (Landmark Room)
Join representatives from a number of SEAS Corporate Partners to learn more about their companies, how to prepare for internships and full-time positions, what they are looking for in new hires and much more. Students will also have the opportunities to ask questions. Stay for the networking event from 1: P.M. to 2:00 P.M. when pizza will be served. Student club participants will earn points for their club.
JEDI in SEAS - What Does It Mean to Engineer Equity?
Wed., February 21, 2024 I Noon | VIRTUAL
The UB School of Engineering and Applied Sciences is blazing the trail to diversify the field of engineering with their JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) initiatives and Dr. Kristen Moore, the inaugural Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion in the school, will share how they hope to transform education, the workforce and beyond. RSVP
Other Ways to Participate
As part of National Engineers Week, UB engineering clubs will be on site at the Buffalo Museum of Science to showcase what they've been working on. All ages event is free with admission.
