In solidarity with national engineers month...

Many girls are convinced that engineering is a field that does not readily embrace female professionals. The inspiring message of Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day turns that assumption on its head. The next generation will see the end of the long held belief about engineering and gender, in which men have traditionally dominated.  For young women interested in engineering, the walls are coming down, the ceiling is cracking and the opportunities have never been greater or more exciting. 

“In the United States, women account for nearly 60 percent of college students, but fewer than one in five of those women are engineering students.” says Barbara Rusinko, senior vice president of Bechtel.  “The demand for engineers throughout the world can’t be met without engaging women.  Bechtel’s participation in Girl Day is part of our first annual Stewardship Month—along with other Engineers Week programs the world over. We’re excited about introducing more young women to the field of engineering.”

Source: National Engineers Week Foundation, visit www.eweek.org.