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Go Eng Girl Event Inspires Students to Fashion a More Sustainable Future

March 5, 2025

UBC Okanagan School of Engineering’s Geering Up team recently hosted 100 Grade 9-10 students from School District 23 to learn about sustainability in the fashion industry. 

After learning about the fast fashion industry and its impact on the environment, each group then had one hour to apply their newfound knowledge to design, assemble and present a sustainable fashion piece.

 

 

 

Afterward, the students had a chance to hear from UBC School of Engineering Advisors and undergraduate mentors. 

 “We were delighted to host this amazing group of students for a day of hands-on learning,” said Geering Up Okanagan Manager Jennifer Garner. “This event offered students a sneak peek into what it’s like to be a UBCO Engineering student, from the pathway to becoming a student to some of the many career paths ahead.” 

 

 

Go Eng Girl is a popular set of events aimed at inspiring young women to consider education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Geering Up offers a range of programs designed to connect, inspire and nurture the engineers of tomorrow—from Summer Camps to Science Saturdays to professional development opportunities for educators. Learn more at: https://geeringupokanagan.ca/  

View the photo gallery here.  

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