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Innovation takes many forms, and these women engineers are helping shape the future. SWE spotlights influential women from the #AAPI community whose careers, leadership, and contributions continue to inspire the next generation in STEM. Read more: bit.ly/4uf09BC

Starting college can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to figure out where you belong. SWE’s C2C membership exists to support you throughout your college journey & through your first year as a professional with just one membership. 🔗 bit.ly/34PmF8W

New SWE Member Benefit 🎉 SWE members can now save up to 25% on FE and PE exam prep through our partnership with PPI, a @KaplanNews Company. Learn more and access the benefit: bit.ly/4d1Ltjc #SWE #STEM #EngineeringCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment

What happens when engineers combine creativity, adaptability, & resourcefulness? You get jugaad. Members of the SWE Asian Connections AG explore how this mindset helps develop innovative solutions when time, budget, or resources are limited. 🔗 bit.ly/4eBmqoq

Quilting. Knitting. Crocheting. These hobbies involve precision, pattern recognition, & problem-solving skills that translate directly into engineering. Dr. Diane Peters & Dr. Anne Lucietto challenge outdated perceptions of who can be an engineer. 🔗 bit.ly/4di4n4m

Big ideas and meaningful connections are all part of #WELocalCampinas and we’re looking for partners ready to be part of the conversation! Connect with SWE’s global community and engage with future engineering leaders. Learn more: bit.ly/4uuYtn7 @swe_brasil

Today, we celebrate the educators who help shape the future of engineering—one lesson, one student, one breakthrough at a time. To the teachers who inspire, support, and open doors: thank you. Your impact reaches further than you know! #TeacherAppreciationDay

“I’ve done a lot of leadership programs in my career, and I wasn’t sure how much more I could learn in just three days! But eXXec surprised me in the best way.” – Kerrie Greenfelder Last chance to register of #eXXec 2026! Closes May 11: exxec.swe.org

Investing in your future doesn’t stop once you join. With SWE, your membership continues to unlock career resources, mentorship, professional development & a global community that supports you every step of the way. Renew & keep building what’s next: bit.ly/4n2Ugoe

#WELocalDublin showed up in a big way 🌍 With 525 attendees and 34+ educational sessions, the conversations didn’t stay in the room—they carried into hallways, new connections, and ideas that will keep building from here. Thank you to everyone who was part of it!

Alise Fox shares how a winding path led her to become a “mathmafishian,” blending mathematics & fisheries science to support sustainable fishing. Her story highlights the value of curiosity, creativity, & exploring unexpected interests along the way. 🎧 bit.ly/42FEK8r

#AAPIHeritageMonth is a time to recognize & celebrate the cultures, contributions, and impact of AAPI communities. Throughout May, we honor the engineers, leaders & innovators whose work continues to shape the future of STEM. Join us in celebrating and learning more this month!

SWE is proud to collaborate with Gas Turbine Focus for the 13th Gas Turbine Focus Conference and Exhibition, taking place May 12–14 in Shanghai. SWE will also co-organize a Women Scientists Forum on May 14. To learn more or request a complimentary pass, contact global@swe.org

Meet the leaders behind eXXec 2026! This year’s program brings together a powerful lineup of experts guiding participants through three essential leadership pillars: leading self, leading people, and leading change. Join us June 8–10 in Chicago, IL! 🔗 exxec.swe.org/register/

In this episode, FY26 SWE President Inaas Darrat joins civil engineer and construction manager Ashwaq Alhammami and transportation project engineer Farrah Rawashdeh to explore career pivots, cultural identity, and building community in STEM. Listen here: bit.ly/3QxRpYj

When you find a community that supports you don’t just stay—you grow. That growth shows up in new skills, opportunities, & experiences that move your career forward. That’s what SWE membership can look like. Renewing or joining, this is your sign! 🔗 swe.org/membership/joi…

Failure doesn’t always look the way we expect—and it doesn’t have to hold you back. #WELocal Dublin keynote speaker Audrey McCormack shares how the moments that didn’t go to plan shaped her resilience, confidence, and leadership approach. Listen today: bit.ly/3OpcEuO

Celebrate graduation with sweSwag! Recognize your hard work, leadership, and dedication with official SWE graduation items that reflect your accomplishments and connection to the SWE community. Shop SWE Graduation Items at swe.org/sweswag/ #sweSwag #Graduation #SWE

Registration is now open for WE Local Campinas! 🇧🇷 #WELocal Campinas connects professionals, students, and leaders from across the region for learning, networking, and new opportunities—all in a city known for its forward-thinking spirit. Register today: welocal.swe.org/campinas/

Eva Erickson, candidate in engineering at Brown & the first openly autistic contestant on S48 of @survivorcbs, shares how the grit, resilience, & analytical thinking she built in STEM showed up in one of the most competitive environments out there. ➡️ youtu.be/e9lW8AkT1NY