The Environmental & Water Resources Institute
The Austin Chapter of EWRI invites professionals of all specialties who work on issues pertaining to environmental or water resources to join our community. The objective of the Chapter is the advancement of the science and profession of engineering in a manner consistent with the purpose of the American Society of Civil Engineers by bringing local workshops and training to the area members.
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🎃🍂 Fall Fun with EWRI Austin ! 🎨
Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and fall festivities at the EWRI Pumpkin Painting Event!
Take a break from your busy schedule, get creative with pumpkin painting, and enjoy snacks, refreshments, and great company with fellow members of the engineering community!
📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Alexan Garza Ranch, 4009 Sabio Dr, Austin, TX
Whether you're looking to meet new people, reconnect with colleagues, or simply enjoy a fun fall evening, we'd love to see you there! 🍁
🎃 Come for the pumpkins, stay for the connections!
UPCOMING EVENTS 2026 : Sign up to volunteer for a hands-on community service project with EWRI Austin !
🌱💧 Help Us Build a Greener Austin!
The ASCE EWRI Austin Branch invites you to join us for a hands-on community service project at Metz Elementary School!
Together, we'll help address drainage challenges by constructing a rain garden and swales, improving erosion protection, and planting native species. This initiative aims to reduce flooding, improve water quality, and create a healthier, more sustainable environment for the community. 🌿
📍 Location: Metz Elementary School, 84 Robert Martinez Jr. Street, Austin, TX 78702
📅 Volunteer Opportunities:
Build Day 1 – Saturday, November 7
Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Afternoon Shift: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Build Day 2 – Saturday, November 14
Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
✅ No prior experience required
✅ Tools will be provided
✅ Free registration
✅ Friends and family are welcome! (Adults only on November 7; children welcome on November 14.)
🔗 Register for your preferred shift:
Nov 7 – Morning:
https://collaborate.asce.org/events/simple-registration?CalendarEventKey=dbb43cc0-97b8-4171-9973-01a009549368
Nov 7 – Afternoon:
https://collaborate.asce.org/events/simple-registration?CalendarEventKey=9e9abbe1-2d3f-4b64-a3c9-01a11e32f13e
Nov 14 – Morning:
https://collaborate.asce.org/events/simple-registration?CalendarEventKey=c8361d62-3b19-4dc7-a5a8-01a009556e42
Whether you're an engineer, student, or community member, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference while connecting with others!
🌎 Small actions, lasting environmental impact. Let's build something meaningful together!
Stay up-to-date with EWRI Monthly Events !
Don’t miss your chance to connect with water resources professionals, expand your technical expertise, and engage in valuable industry discussions.
Join us for the upcoming EWRI (Environmental & Water Resources Institute) events :
RECENT EVENTS :
The EWRI Austin Chapter’s 21st Annual Continuing Education Workshop 2026
2026 EWRI Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to the EWRI 2026 Student Scholarship Recipients! Anshuman Garg, Austin Ham, Emerie McCann, Pranesha, Elsa Vandiford. The EWRI Austin Chapter is proud to announce the award of five (5) student scholarships for 2026. Thank you to our previous year workshop sponsors and attendees for their contribution and support of this program. We look forward to the recipients’ future in sustainability and environmental/water resources. We encourage the following scholarship recipients to participate and get involved in the EWRI Austin Chapter. Anshuman Garg, Austin Ham, Emerie McCann, Pranesha, Elsa Vandiford.
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