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Student Design Competition

 

The Student Design Competition

SWANA’s Student Design Competition (SDC) is a student team competition to solve “real world” problems faced by solid waste professionals.

The competition provides design experience to the students interested in pursuing an education and/or career in solid waste and management, or related environmental fields. The program engages students with SWANA, provides students real world experience in solving complex solid waste management issues in a supportive and fun environment, gives students an opportunity to display their talents, and offers networking opportunities for students to connect with potential employers.

2025 Virtual Presentations

Student design teams will present their solutions virtually April 9-10, 2025. This year’s project will challenge each team on “Disposal Planning for Sustainable Technologies in Generation and Transportation.”

Competition Deadlines

Team Commitment Form SubmissionDecember 4, 2024
Notification of Selected ParticipantsDecember 9, 2024
Kickoff MeetingDecember 11, 2024
Follow-up MeetingJanuary 29, 2025
Design Report and Infographic DueMarch 26, 2025
Final PresentationApril 9-10, 2025                  

Questions regarding the competition should be directed to Natalie Boyd.

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