PEO Oakville Scholarship

Professional Engineers Ontario Oakville Chapter is pleased to announce that we are currently accepting applications for four scholarships, valued at up to $700.

The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of community contributions, extracurricular activities, academics, and the student's intention to pursue a career in engineering profession.  To qualify for this award, the student must be graduating from a secondary school in Oakville or Milton in 2015, and enroll in a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) accredited Ontario university engineering program for 2015-2016 school year.

Please refer to the scholarship application guidelines at www.peo-oakvillechapter.ca for further details.

 Complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm on April 15, 2015

The Shakespeare Selfie Challenge

Write a modern-day soliloquy or monologue by a Shakespearean character, could be in iambic pentameter or modern syntax, and have it judged by award-winning author Kenneth Oppel!

More details here.

Scientifically Yours @ Brock University - May 12-13, 2016

What is Scientifically Yours?

Scientifically Yours is a two day residential workshop designed to encourage young people to continue their studies in the sciences and to pursue careers in science-related fields. Scientifically Yours provides an opportunity for students to learn more about science in a university setting.

What will I learn from the workshop?

You will learn about career opportunities from professionals who have careers in the sciences, including medicine, university research, and industry. Everyone will participate in six science and mathematics projects. Through the projects, you will get hands-on laboratory experience. The two-day event also includes a plenary lecture by a distinguished scientist, recreational activities, networking, and an opportunity to dine with a number of professional scientists. The workshops will be conducted with the assistance of Brock University student mentors, staff and faculty members.

For more information, click here.