Herff College of Engineering Girls Experiencing Engineering (GEE)
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GEE History

Gee History

The GEE program was started in 2004 through a grant from the Womens Foundation for a Greater Memphis. The original program was for middle school girls only and lasted two weeks. Since then, the program has expanded to include both middle and high school students and to develop a strong mentoring and leadership component along with the introduction to engineering. In addition to funding from the Womens Foundation, support now also comes from the Herff College of Engineering and the The Center for Intermodal Freight Transportation Studies.

GEE Mentor Spotlight

Kelsey Ford, Civil Engineering

Kelsey Ford, Civil Engineering

"I’m originally from Florida. I want to graduate with a degree in Civil Engineering and obtain a job that relates to Transportation Engineering and low impact design. I would also enjoy a career in pedestrian impact and safety."

GEE Registration

The application process for the 2013 GEE program starts in March. Links will become available then.  For each session there is a $50 program fee.  The fee is not required until you are notified of your acceptance in the program.  You will receive fee payment information if you are accepted. 

Middle School Program Application

Girls who have completed the 6th, 7th, or 8th grades are eligible for the middle school session June 10-14, 2013. 

 

High School Program Application

Girls who have completed the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grades are eligible for the high school sessions.  We are currently accepting applications for the following sessions:

  • GEE Week 1:  June 3-7, 2013 – High School General Session
  • GEE Week 2:  June 17-21, 2013 – High School Focus Session (Transportation Engineering)
  • GEE Week 4:  June 24-28, 2013 – High School Focus Session (Biomedical Engineering)

High School Focus Biomedical Session Application

Mentor Application

Undergraduate women currently in engineering majors and high school girls who have attended prior GEE sessions are eligible to apply to serve as a mentor during the middle school GEE session.  Mentors will be selected based upon performance in previous GEE sessions, leadership capability, and demonstrated ability to work well in a team setting.  Applicants who have finished the junior or senior year will be given preference for the high school mentor positions.

 

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Last Updated: 4/29/13