Co-Curricular EL

Your co-curricular experiences support and supplement your learning in the classroom and vice-versa, turning theory and knowledge into practical skills and experience. This complementary nature makes your involvement in co-curricular opportunities all the more enriching and valuable. 

Validated activities in Engineering at Western

Total of approved WCCR's within Engineering in 2024-25

 

Engineering Co-Curricular Opportunities

Career Preparation/Professional Development

Examples: Careers Services Workshops

Intensive work undertaken to explore career interests and develop professional skills

Student Government - Undergraduate Engineering Society (UES) or Graduate Engineering Society (GES)

Examples: UES and GES

Representative bodies of elected students who advocate for consituents, provide leadership and service, facilitate programs, and may potentially oversee student fees
 

Engineering Clubs & Teams

Examples: WEMars, WETT and Women in Engineering

Approved and recognized student-led groups baseed on Engineering experiential learning, shared interests, and goals.

Student Leadership

Examples: Career Mentors, Engineering Student Ambassadors, and  Engineering Student Wellness Workshop Series

University sanctioned opportunities for students to develop their skills while contributing to the Western community.  

Canadian Engineering Grand Challenges Champions Program (CEGC)

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The Canadian Engineering Grand Challenges Champions program is a unique opportunity for students to focus their thoughts and actions on the most compelling and critical issues facing Canada and Canadians today and over the next decade. Students will engage with these challenges and highlight the ways they are making a positive change in their community and Canada.

Hands-On Training Opportunities

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Western Engineering provides immersive, hands-on training opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. These experiences help students develop practical skills, build confidence, and prepare for future projects and successful careers in Engineering.   

 

Western Co-Curricular Record (WCCR) Opportunities

    • Career Preparation/Professional Development
    • Community Engaged Learning
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Short-term Internship
    • Living Learning Communities
    • Student Clubs and Associations
    • Student Government
    • Student Leadership
    • Work Study
WCCR Directory