Engineering Organization Fund (EOF)
The Student Engineers' Council (SEC) at Virginia Tech established the Engineering Opportunity Fund (EOF) to provide financial support to engineering student organizations. EOF plays a crucial role in ensuring that engineering-related initiatives receive the necessary funding to thrive, innovate, and positively impact the university community.
Purpose and Impact
EOF is designed to assist student engineering organizations in purchasing necessary materials, software, supplies for outreach, and various other needs for their programs or projects. EOF has been instrumental in enabling student teams to develop new technologies, enhance their programs, and create innovative solutions that benefit the engineering community at Virginia Tech.
Each year, the SEC allocates a significant portion of its revenue to EOF, distributing over $140,000 to eligible applicants. These funds have empowered students to pursue ambitious projects, advance their technical skills, and gain hands-on experience that supplements their academic learning.
Please reference our list of ineligble line items. The fund does not support travel or conference expenses.
Eligibility and Application Process
Applicants must comply with SEC's eligibility policies for engineering organizations. To be eligible, student engineering organizations must maintain an active Registered Student Organization (RSO) status with Virginia Tech or another recognized student organization status.
EOF is designed to support elgibile:
- Student Organizations: Engineering-based clubs, design teams, and competition groups.
- Senior Design Teams: Those seeking support for necessary materials, software, and supplies for their projects.
The application process involves submitting a detailed funding request that outlines the purpose of the request, expected impact, and a budget breakdown. The SEC's Executive Board reviews applications on a semesterly basis, ensuring that funds are distributed efficiently and equitably to the most deserving applicants.
