In their own words
Those involved with Engineers Without Borders at VMI and W&L explain various aspects of the Pampoyo water project


"Why are we building an irrigation system?"

VMI EWB President Carrie Wortham explains a bit about the group's project..


"We can use our education to make an impact."

Professor Jonathan Erickson explains why he became involved with EWB.


"I think I'm most nervous about..."


Brock explains what could go wrong once the group gets to Bolivia.


"One tip that I'll give you too..."

Moore offers EWB student members her secret tip for making successful phone calls.


"I have an idea what to expect."

Wortham explains what she's learned from previous humanitarian trips.


"A dollar makes a difference here."

The VMI Foundation’s Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Elizabeth Moore, gives students a lesson in fundraising.

"And travelling's not bad too..."

VMI EWB Vice President Matt Brock explains why he became involved with the group.

"There's a huge amount that's not just engineering."

Erickson explains how non-engineers can help out.

"The culture's different..."

Erickson explains why he believes collaboration between students from VMI and W&L will work.

 

 

 

Produced by Washington and Lee digital journalism students.