Shaping Lives Contest

Who or What Inspired You to Become an Engineer?

Share your thoughts by telling us who or what inspired you to become an engineer.  As a result, you could win a Visa gift card!

How to Enter

Share your story by submitting an audio file, video file, visual poster, written essay or poem to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  All entries are due October 18.

How to Win

Be creative, be inspirational and most of all, just be yourself. Through this contest you’ll help commemorate 60 years of inspiring perspectives and achieving success on your own terms, and you might just inspire others to join in on the celebration. It can also help you win a prize! First, second and third place winners will receive gift cards in the amounts of $150, $100 and $50 respectively for the most inspirational stories. Winners will be announced at the WE10 Lava Lounge but need not be present to win.

If you have any questions, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Need help getting started?  Ask yourself these questions:
(NOTE: These questions are simply for guidance.  You do not need to answer them in your submission.)

• How have your experiences shaped your future?
• Who influenced you to become an engineer?
• What launched you to design your own success story?

Entry Requirements