Special Interest Societies

EWB

Contact Email: umanitoba@ewb.ca

Lounge Location: EITC E1-517

Engineers Without Borders(EWB) creates opportunities for rural Africans to access clean water, generate an income from small farms, and have improved access to the services and infrastructure they need to improve their lives. We harness the problem-solving approach and creative pragmatism of the Canadian engineering sector to address the root causes of poverty in rural Africa.

No matter what field you're studying, the EWB - U of M chapter is a great place to meet people who care about human rights, access to technology and international development. New members are always welcome at any time throughout the year. EWB is a great place to develop your soft skills as well as practice leadership, communication and organizational skills. Plus it looks great on your resume.

If you are interested in social change and would like to expand your skill set beyond technical engineering skills, consider joining Engineers Without Borders (EWB). Our mission is to fight poverty in sub-Saharan Africa by working with our African partners to create positive change in the lives of millions of people. It is a daunting goal, but we believe that through constant innovation and humility we can achieve the change we envision.

The University of Manitoba chapter is one link in the EWB chain, a movement that spans two continents and includes thousands of members. We are a powerful presence on campus and beyond. Whether we are striving to create Manitoba’s first Fair Trade Certified campus, working with industry partners to promote socially constructive engineering, lobbying politicians for greater aid transparency or fundraising to support one of our African ventures, we always make our voice heard. 

In EWB, the opportunities for personal growth and making a difference are endless: travel to Africa with our Junior Fellowship program, organize events, lead a chapter initiative, attend conferences across Canada or simply broaden your perspective through engaging conversation. EWB is constantly expanding and innovating – join the movement today.

UMEARTH

Contact Email: umearth.communications@gmail.com

The University of Manitoba Efficient and Renewable Technology Hub, or, UMEARTH, is an interdisciplinary technical society that works on projects focusing on sustainability and renewable technologies. UMEARTH works on projects locally with the University's Physical Plant and Office of Sustainability on student-led projects that aim to increase the campus' energy efficiency. UMEARTH bridges the gap with industry by hosting speaker series, technical tours and collaborations with ManSEA - the Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association. As well, UMEARTH now is partnered with Student Energy, which offers an international component to our group through workshops, international case study swaps and student led webinars. With over 80 active members, UMEARTH is a hub for students to connect with other departments and the sustainable industry and gain many technical skills in the process. 

For more information on UMEARTH or sustainable engineering, or to get involved with the group, please email umearth.communications@gmail.com.

UMITE

Contact Email:president@iteumanitoba.ca

Website: https://sites.google.com/iteumanitoba.ca/umite/home

Since our commencement in 2003, the U of M ITE Student Chapter has been a Student Chapter of great excellence. Member involvement plays a major role when planning comprehensive programs for each successive year, and we continue to show great enthusiasm by planning over 50 events per year. Our Student Chapter is primarily focused on professional development and in advancing the education of our Chapter members. We also strive to improve transportation safety and awareness in our community through various public service activities. We are involved in four main areas: (1) technical activities, (2) professional involvement, (3) public service, and (4) social events and fundraisers.

CWRA SYP

Contact Email:cwra@umanitoba.ca
Website: https://cwra.org/branches/manitoba/#library

Winnipeg has one of the most active (and fun) Student and Young Professional chapters across Canada. The Winnipeg SYP hosts regular talks, networking events, activities and social events. Many of the events are hosted or developed by the University of Manitoba SYP contingent but the group is open to members from across Winnipeg and are actively trying to grow membership from the University of Winnipeg.

Come out and join one of our upcoming events and meet some new people, make friends and perhaps learn a couple things! Everyone is welcome.