About EWB-Valpo
Engineers Without Borders - Valparaiso University is a service-based organization consisting of university students from all majors committed to partnering with international, national and local undeveloped communities to effect transformation change through common action. EWB-VU seeks to aid these communities by using technical and engineering skills to design and implement sustainable projects which incorporate environmental and cultural awareness and which aim to broaden the global perspective of our local community.Post Calendar
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Student Perspective: Game Time! by Catherine Terrell
Posted on June 5, 2012 | 1 CommentFor the EWB team Sunday was far from a day of rest. We woke up while it was still dark outside to attend church services in the village and at... -
Advisor Perspective: The Power of Words…
Posted on June 5, 2012 | No CommentsAfter the first week in Tanzania, I have many reflections swirling around in my head. Prehaps the most significant moment in the first week for me occurred when we learned... -
Day 7: Soccer!
Posted on June 4, 2012 | 1 CommentThe day began early as the teams split to attend services at both the convent where we are staying and the Catholic Church in the village. As most of the... -
Faculty Perspective: Learning Through Service — Not Just a Vision, a Reality
Posted on June 4, 2012 | No CommentsSince arriving in Tanzania a week ago, I have had the opportunity to observe 10 Valpo students from various colleges and departments turn the phrase “learning through service” from words... -
DAY 5: GETTING CLOSE… (PICTURES)
Posted on June 4, 2012 | No CommentsWith the crisis at the source in a holding pattern awaiting the village meeting next week, the Valpo EWB team turned its attention today towards conducting village water assessments and... -
Student Perspective: Reunited by Michelle Roy
Posted on June 3, 2012 | 1 CommentBeing on my third trip to Masaera, I have loved being reunited with my friends from my previous trips. When the team first arrived, we were sitting in cars waiting... -
DAY 4: KINDERGARTEN ROCKS! (PICTURES)
Posted on June 3, 2012 | No CommentsA major highlight of Day 4 for the Valpo EWB team was a visit to the new kindergarten facility and kitchen at the primary school. Last year, the Valpo Social... -
DAY 4 SPECIAL: HAVING A BALL!
Posted on June 3, 2012 | 1 CommentHellos (“Jambo” in Swahili) and gifts are an everyday occurrence on our days in the village. Children recognize our presence and we respond by getting to know them as well... -
African Haikus by Caitlin Cocker
Posted on June 3, 2012 | 1 CommentDays Canal wall walking Mountain viewing, rivers too Meetings with new friends. Kilmanjaro Majestic mountain Tall and proud with snow so bright Mostly in hiding. Travelers Tired feet... -
Student Reflection – Taylor Wegryzn
Posted on June 2, 2012 | 2 CommentsThis week, we got an unbelievable opportunity to see Mount Kilimanjaro, twice! Once in the morning and once as the sun was setting. What a wonderful way to begin and...