On May 28th, IL-ITE participated in Engineering Fest at the Chicago Architecture Center. The event was focused on teaching STEM principles to students from ages 8-14, and had as many as 110 kids pass through the exhibits. The theme was “Access to Experts” and featured volunteers from the design and engineering fields. Activities included bridge building, LEGO construction, structures lab, photo booth, simulated traffic signal (wherein participants learned the how a traffic controller thinks and operates), and more.
IL-ITE had members representing the Section as volunteers (Josh Harris and Tyler Krage), and were able to talk with students about what their days look like, how they got there, and some cool things that they get to work on. IL-ITE was pleased to be a part of this event, and we look forward to participating in the event next year to help inspire the next generation of transportation professionals.
Photo Credit - Tyler Krage
Photo Credit - Anna Munzeshiemer
Photo Credit - Anna Munzeshiemer
Photo Credit - Anna Munzeshiemer
Photo Credit - Anna Munzeshiemer