The goal of Water Palooza is to engage elementary school students in hands-on and demonstrative activities that promote the value of water and encourage students to become stewards of their own water environment.

At the event, students learn about the local water environment, the value of water, initiatives in their community, and how to save water and protect the environment at home.

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The WEF Student Design Competition promotes real-world design experience for students interested in pursuing education and careers in water and wastewater engineering and science. WEF hosts two different competitions at WEFTEC: the Wastewater Design and Environmental Design. 

The competition tasks students to prepare and present a design that helps solve a water quality issue. Teams evaluate alternative ideas, perform calculations, and recommend solutions in the form of an engineering report and presentation.

(Click to zoom) Image courtesy of Lauren Zuravnsky, 2017 Chair of the Student Design Competition Subcommittee

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The WEF Young Professionals Midyear Springboard Program was developed to further increase opportunities for Student and Young Professional members to become involved in WEF, with particular emphasis on integration of Young Professionals into the WEF technical committees. At the Midyear Meeting, YPs will have the opportunity to join committee working sessions, develop and review programs, and help develop programming for WEFTEC.

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WEF’s Student Chapters promote student interest in the water and wastewater industry, and provide an avenue for the for the exchange of information and ideas between students and members.

Explore resources for WEF’s Student Chapters or learn how to start your own student chapter!

The WEF/AWWA YP Summit is a joint leadership conference held in conjunction with the Utility Management Conference. Young Professionals in the water and wastewater industry from across North America and Canada attend this annual event. YP Summit is the place to explore your role in the water and wastewater industry and discuss how to best service your organization and community.

Come join us in Nashville, TN this March 4-5 to explore your role in the water industry and how you can best serve your organization and community!

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Welcome to the new home of YP Connections!

The mission of YP Connections is to connect Students and Young Professionals through sharing information and experiences related to involvement in WEF and Member Associations, professional development and leadership opportunities.

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WEF Canham Graduate Studies Scholarship

This scholarship provides $25,000 for a post-baccalaureate student in the water environment field. The scholarship is for education related expenses such as room and board, tuition and books.

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Outstanding Young Water Environment Professional Award

This award is presented to a young professional for significant contributions to the Water Environment Federation and to the wastewater collection and treatment industry.

Learn more about the nomination process