Please join us on Monday, March 28 for two special events: The CNS Women in Science Lecture and GWIS Reception immediately following. During the lecture, panelists will discuss what is being done at UMass to promote professional development and gender equity for women in STEM. The following reception is a chance for students, faculty, and […]
Committee
Undergraduate/Graduate Student Mentoring Dinner
We’re looking for some graduate student volunteers to help us host an undergraduate/graduate student mentoring dinner. At this event, we’ll be talking about ways to obtain summer research opportunities, both on-campus and off campus. We’ll also focus on how to write confident and clear professional emails to professors regarding research, and talking points when meeting […]
Speed Dating: Find Your Perfect Peer Mentoring Group!
Want to meet other graduate women in STEM? Already in a peer mentoring group, or want to join a new group? Come kick-off a new semester of GWIS Peer Mentoring. At this speed-dating event, you’ll get to meet and select the best peer mentoring group for you. In a peer mentoring group, you’ll have the […]
Spring Networking Events
Mark your calendars! The Networking Committee is pleased to announce our programming for the Spring Semester. All members are welcome to attend (registration required for luncheons).
Undergraduate/Graduate Student Mentoring Dinner
The focus of this event was to inform undergraduates of summer research opportunities, such as REUs, international research, and opportunities here at UMass.
December Networking Coffee Hour
Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, for the last GWIS Networking Coffee Hour of the semester! Come meet and mingle with graduate students from STEM departments. Enjoy free coffee and cider donuts from Atkins Farms. All are welcome – no registration required. WHAT: GWIS Networking Coffee Hour WHEN: Wednesday, December 2 at 10 am WHERE: Goessman 252 (GWIS HQ) WHY: You […]
GWIS Graduate Students Mentor Undergrads about Grad School Apps
The event was an informal opportunity for undergraduates to speak with graduate women in STEM fields over dinner, with a focus on free graduate school applications and early recruiting events. The turnout was great; with 60 undergraduates in attendance, every seat was taken. Aditi and Laura Parker offered a brief presentation on free graduate school […]
Graduate/Undergraduate Mentoring Dinner: Selling Yourself as a Scientist!
This is a great opportunity for graduate students to mentor undergraduates about graduate school, interviewing tips, and career advice. We will be workshoping elevator pitches and discussing personal statements. We’re looking for 10-15 enthusiastic graduate students to attend. Dinner from Atkins Farms will be provided. Additionally, if you know any undergraduates who would benefit from […]
November Networking Coffee Hour
Join us on Tuesday, November 10th, for the next GWIS Networking Coffee Hour! Come meet and mingle with graduate students from STEM departments. Enjoy free coffee and cider donuts from Atkins Farms. All are welcome – no registration required. WHAT: GWIS Networking Coffee Hour WHEN: Tuesday, November 10, 1:00 – 2:00 pm WHERE: Integrated Science Building Room 145 WHY: You […]
GWIS LinkedIn Photo Shoot
The academic year is in full swing and many students are now thinking about their next step. Whether you plan to pursue a career in academia or explore the worlds of industry, chances are that you will use LinkedIn to connect to recruiters and to apply to jobs. Chances also are that your LinkedIn photograph […]
