Resources to Inspire Successful Engineers (RISE)
Assist RISE students with the costs associated with conference travel and networking opportunities.

About this Project

Resources to Inspire Successful Engineers (RISE) is assisting students in attending conferences where they can showcase their research, connect with experts and gain invaluable experience. Engaging with professionals and peers in their field helps students expand their networks and opens the doors to mentorship, collaborations, internships and job offers. These experiences can be transformative, but travel costs can limit student participation. Your support will ease financial constraints and allow talented students to access these benefits, enabling them to grow, contribute and make a lasting impact in their fields.

How your support makes a difference!

Your gift is an investment in the future of emerging engineers, fostering innovation and empowering students to pursue their dreams. Conference attendance allows students to leverage a national network of engineers and industry leaders and connect students with lasting support.

As one RISE student reflected on their conference attendance: "The connections I forged and the invaluable advice I received from industry leaders have left a lasting impression on me. Their insights have become guiding principles, shaping not only my academic pursuits but also my personal and professional development." -E.V, Class of 2024

Your support alleviates costs associated with transportation, lodging, registration fees, membership dues and printing costs, ensuring students can focus on making the most of their conference attendance. 


Gifts may also be used as general support for RISE.

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Match
RISE Match
Thanks to the RISE Advisory Council, gifts to the RISE project will be matched 1:1, up to $1,500.
Event
UD Faculty & Staff Participation Challenge
The top three fundraising projects with the greatest number of UD faculty and staff donors will be awarded additional funds. 1st Place: $300; 2nd Place: $200; 3rd Place: $100
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