Case Western Reserve University’s Engineers Without Borders deployed a team in the Philippines in August to use 3-D printing as a teaching and inspirational tool for advancing STEM education.
Working with a smaller group called Human Design Corp., the group of students was led by Rigoberto Advincula, professor of macromolecular science and engineering.
The following students participated:
- Susan Mostofiazdeh
- Bridget Thorpe
- Tricia Oyster
- Russel Zhou
- Paul Advincula
The students conducted a 3-D printing workshop at Ateneo de Davao University at Davao City, Philippines, and invited college students, high school teachers and students with the Philippine Science High School to a one-day symposium.
A visit to the local village of resettled ethnic tribes and Lumads gave students the opportunity to determine community needs.
Engineers Without Borders will plan future engagements and a model for using 3-D printing for community outreach on their next trip.
In addition, Advincula gave several lectures on the value of innovation to benefit society with new materials and methods.