The energy at FIRST this year was unforgettable ⚡
The Innovation Faire was filled with creativity, curiosity, and opportunities for students to connect with mentors, STEM advocates, and fellow future engineers throughout the event.
A special thank you to @jayfloresinspires for continuing to support the next generation in STEM. SWENext was excited to reconnect after his role as host of the 2023 IIBI opening ceremony!
We’re already looking forward to the next one 💜
#SWENext #FIRSTChampionship #FutureEngineers #STEMCommunity
What happens when SWE clubs and FIRST Robotics come together? 💜🤖
SWENext Influencer Breanna S. shares how being part of both helped her grow her technical skills, build confidence, find mentorship, and create lasting friendships with other girls passionate about STEM.
From robotics competitions to leadership opportunities, these communities go hand-in-hand in helping the next generation of engineers thrive.
Swipe through to hear Breanna’s story and see how collaboration can create even more opportunities for students in STEM ✨
Interested in starting or joining a SWENext Club? Learn more at the SproutLink in bio!
#SWENext #FIRSTRobotics #STEMEducation #FutureEngineer
Burnout is real, but you don’t have to navigate it alone!
Join our upcoming SHLA session for a conversation with ExxonMobil engineers and professional SWE members about managing burnout, balancing responsibilities, and building healthy habits for long-term success in STEM.
📅 Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 7–8 p.m. CT
Interested in attending? Email [email protected] for registration information.
#SWENext #FutureEngineers #STEMStudents #EngineeringLeadership
“Wandering into the robotics lab as a freshman, I had no clue that it would become my second home.”
SWENext Influencer Aarushi K. reflects on her VEX Robotics journey, sharing the challenges, lessons, and unforgettable moments that shaped her high school experience. Her story highlights the importance of asking for help, staying resilient through setbacks, and using what you’ve learned to support others along the way. 🤖💡
If you’ve ever felt intimidated trying something new, this one’s for you.
Read it at the SproutLink in bio!
#SWENext #VEXRobotics #FutureEngineers
Looking back at an incredible VEX season 🤖✨
From build sessions and strategy talks to competition-day excitement, VEX gave students the chance to collaborate, problem-solve, and bring their ideas to life. Every challenge, redesign, and last-minute adjustment helped build skills that go far beyond robotics.
We loved seeing students support one another, celebrate victories, learn through setbacks, and grow more confident throughout the season. 💡
Here’s to the teams, mentors, and students who made this VEX season one to remember!
#SWENext #VEXRobotics #WomenInSTEM #FutureEngineers
Curiosity can take you further than you think 💡
Maria Palamara didn’t start by following a perfect plan—she started by taking things apart just to see how they worked. That curiosity led her to a career in engineering, 12 patents, and eventually a whole new path helping others as a counselor.
Her story is a reminder that your journey doesn’t have to be linear. Trying new things, asking questions, and staying curious can open doors you didn’t even know existed.
Read her story at the SproutLink in bio!
#SWENext #FutureEngineers #WomenInSTEM #STEMstories
Shoutout to the teachers who make STEM click 💡
The ones who stay after class, cheer you on, and remind you that you can figure it out (even when it feels impossible).
Drop a 💜 or tag a teacher who’s made a difference in your journey—we’d love to celebrate them with you!
#TeacherAppreciationDay #SWENext #FutureEngineers #STEMstudents #ThankATeacher
They made it to FIRST 🚀
After weeks of building, testing, and preparing, Zoe and her team, FTC Team 10298, Brainstormz, are at Worlds—getting ready for presentations and soaking in the moment.
We’re so proud of everything they’ve put into this. This is what all that hard work was leading up to!
#SWENext #FIRSTRobotics #FutureEngineers
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 🌏
This month, we’re celebrating the cultures, stories, and contributions of AAPI communities—and the impact they’ve made in STEM and beyond.
It’s also a time to learn, reflect, and recognize the voices shaping the future.
Who inspires you? Share with us 💫
#SWENext #AAPIHeritageMonth #STEM #FutureEngineers
Space isn’t just the future—it’s happening now 🚀
In this episode of Diverse, meet Abigail Mizzi, a Purdue engineering student preparing to conduct her thesis research in space as part of the Purdue 1 mission.
Yes… actual space.
From microgravity experiments to what it takes to prepare for flight, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to take your STEM journey beyond Earth.
With missions like Artemis pushing the boundaries of space exploration, stories like this show what’s possible—and how you could be part of it.
🎧 Listen now and get inspired at the SproutLink in bio!
#SWENext #STEM #Space #FutureEngineers
FIRST is officially underway 🚀
If you’re here this week, don’t miss the SWENext Club Mixer!
Come meet other SWENext members, connect with fellow teams, and spend some time building community beyond the competition 💫
📍 Room 381AB
🗓 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 1:30–5:30 PM CT
We’ll see you there!
#SWENext #FIRSTRobotics #FutureEngineers
