Connection is what creates the world around us. It is connected pieces that come together to build bridges and buildings and it is the connections between one another that makeup the human experience. In a world that often feels fragmented and fast-paced, connection serves as a grounding force, grounding
us and bonding us all together. Connection is where Erector began and it is where its future lies.
CONNECTION
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ERECTOR MENTORS
Education
A mentorship program connecting engineers with local high school and college students.
Erector Mentors is a program connecting professionals with teens/young adults who are interested in work in engineering. The mentees job shadow and learn more about the field as well as become a part of a larger community of like-minded peers.
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Mission-Focus Erector Mentors reinforces our mission of ingenuity,
and connection by allowing young adults to get access to a profess-ional community and to engineers, and paving the way for their future in the field.
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Similarity STEM·E Mentorship Program, CREATE Mentoring Program
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Differentiators The Erector mentorship program is an ongoing connection network unlike other programs that are a few months or a set time commitment.
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Links To The Erector Structural Engineering Service
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ERECTOR CONFERENCE
Event
An annual conference to get engineers and architects together to share their latest developments.
Erector conference is a way to connect both people and ideas. It is more than just scheduled speakers and booths, it is fun creative activities and spaces to highlight the innovative and creative nature of the engineering field.
Mission-Focus Erector Conference reinforces our mission of innovation, ingenuity, and connection by bringing people together and highlighting new inventions and designs within the engineering field. It is a fun inclusive space to inspire.
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Similarity TED, CES, IEEE
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Differentiators This conference goes beyond just members within the industry and encourages attendance from teens/college students who are interested in the field. Exhibits designed for all age groups.
Links To The Erector Structural Engineering Service, Erector Mentors, Erector X Ted
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ERECTOR SCHOLARSHIP
Education An annual scholarship awarded to students who are majoring in engineering or architecture.
The Erector Scholarship was founded on the principle that we all deserve access to education. Through the submission of a short essay and a unique design (engineering or architecture based) students can win the scholarship to pursue their dream school.
Mission-Focus The Erector Scholarship is reinforcing our mission of ingenuity, and connection by giving students the opportunity to earn money towards their education, we are helping foster those future engineers and creative thinkers.
Similarity ACEC Scholarship Program, ASHRAE Undergraduate Engineering
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Differentiators Unlike other scholarships, students will have the opportunity to use a written essay, a design or both for their application, giving them a better opportunity to use what strengths they have while being given a fair shot to pursue education.
Links To Erector Tutoring, Erector Mentors, Erector Design Competition
A young man plays Erector games online
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ERECTOR ONLINE
Environment
An online digital playground with fun engineering focused games for kids.
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Erector Online is a digital world allowing kids a safe online environment to explore, learn and play games. Fun is the focus here to slowly introduce STEM principles and the joy that learning can be. It is also available as an app so kids can have fun wherever they are.
Mission-Focus Erector Online reinforces our mission of ingenuity, and connection by creating a space to problem-solve, have fun, and connect with other kids through online multiplayer mode.
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Similarity
Khan Academy Kids app, NASA Space Place, GCompris
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Differentiators We are fun focused with learning STEM principles baked in, the goal is to engage the kids in a way where they are excited to learn.
Links Erector X TED, Erector Virtual Reality
Two children making their way through the ropes course.
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ERECTOR ROPES COURSE
Experience
Who says learning can’t be fun? This day camp aimed at K-12 teaches engineering and scientific concepts through outdoor hands-on learning.
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Erector Ropes Course is broken into multiple categories based on grade and teaches complex scientific concepts through outdoor play and games that represent engineering principles. You might see the breakdown on a molecule where every student represents a piece and participates in a game to see how the molecules interact.
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Mission-Focus The Erector Ropes Course is reinforcing our mission of ingenuity, and connection by allowing children and teens to learn collectively and learn through hands-on play.
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Similarity
WOLF Camps, Outward Bound California’s Challenge Course
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Differentiators Unlike similar courses, Erector Ropes Course is geared towards children K-12 specifically and there is a traveling mini course to serve schools.
Links Erector Playground
Two people working through a homework assignment together.
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ERECTOR TUTORING
Services
An online tutoring service for STEM classes for teens and college students.
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Erector tutoring allows students to access tutorial videos as well as connect with educators who can assist them with STEM concepts. This resource can be vital for those struggling within the field and help to make it more accessible and engaging.
Mission-Focus Erector Tutoring reinforces our mission of ingenuity, and connection by engaging with students on a more personal level to assist them in success within the STEM field making it more funand welcoming.
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Similarity
Kumon, TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers)
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Differentiators Erector Tutoring is online utilizing zoom and messenger platforms allowing for more accessibility and one-on-one attention to each student.
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Links Erector Mentors