Humanitarian Engineering Minor
A BEACON FOR GOOD
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
At Valparaiso University, the humanitarian engineering minor invites students to shine as problem-solvers with purpose — equipping them to use their engineering education to improve lives around the world. This 18-credit program is grounded in real-world impact, cultural awareness, and ethical engagement. Through interdisciplinary coursework and hands-on service, students gain tools to identify challenges in under-resourced communities and design engineering-based solutions that are sustainable and meaningful.
Whether partnering with international organizations or working locally, students apply technical knowledge in ways that reflect compassion, humility, and responsibility. Graduates completing the humanitarian engineering minor carry a unique credential that resonates with employers and nonprofit organizations. This program provides not just technical training but also the opportunity to reflect deeply on the broader impact of their work — ensuring that their efforts are as respectful as they are effective.
WHY STUDY HUMANITARIAN ENGINEERING AT VALPO?
Valpo prepares engineers who lead with empathy and serve with integrity. The humanitarian engineering minor empowers students to blend technical knowledge with service, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility.
QUESTIONS?
Contact us at 219.464.5085 or engineering@valpo.edu.
Through WAVES (Working Across Vocations Everywhere through Service), or other engineering projects, students engage directly with communities in need — designing and implementing projects like clean water systems, sustainable energy solutions, and structural improvements. These experiences provide a platform for students to radiate their skills beyond the classroom and leave a lasting positive impact.
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
• 18 total credit hours
• Courses that enhance cultural competence and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Project-based learning through WAVES or approved service experiences
• The ideal complement to any engineering major
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