Wichita Society of Women Engineers
Welcome!The Wichita section of the Society of Women Engineers section was chartered in 1982 by a dynamic group of eight women, and has since grown to over 50 members. We are a non-profit organization of made up of both men and women who are dedicated to making known the need for women engineers and encouraging young women to consider an engineering education. Our local section strives to create a balanced environment that blends our members personal and professional lives. To get involved, check out our calendar. Aspire · Advance · AchieveThe Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a not-for-profit educational and service organization that empowers women to succeed and advance in the field of engineering, and to be recognized for their life-changing contributions as engineers and leaders. Founded in 1950, SWE is the driving force that establishes engineering as a highly desirable career for women through an exciting array of training and development programs, networking opportunities, scholarships, outreach and advocacy activities, and much more. Read our SWE National page to learn more. Section ContactsPresident: Vice-President: Treasurer: Secretary: Section Representative: On our website...Here are some of the big events we participate in annually. We almost always need volunteers, so jump in and get involved!
Corporate MembersDiversity in the workforce and in leadership has been correlated to improved performance results for organizations. SWE promotes diversity of gender, ethnicity, and thought in all of its programs targeting K-12 students through executive-level professionals. Through SWE membership, organizations can support their community outreach efforts, satisfy their recruitment and retention goals, and take advantage of a platform by which to support and recognize their women engineers. Links
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News & Events
Scientists to be Honored The Ad Astra Kansas Initiative, is sponsoring a sesquicentennial project SCIENCE in KANSAS: 150 Years and Counting.
Posted: 2010-07-31 21:07:31
Women in Aviation Chapter Opportunity Women in Aviation International (WAI) is looking to start a chapter in Wichita.
Posted: 2010-07-31 20:33:52
Job Opportunity There is a VP of Engineering job opportunity at a local company that makes small motors and actuators for the aircraft, automotive and alternative energy markets.
Posted: 2010-06-21 20:47:41
Annual Planning Meeting All members are invited to the annual planning meeting.
Posted: 2010-06-21 20:40:11
Election Results FY11 **The annual officer election results are:
President-Angela Schroeder
Vice President-Allison Wright
Treasurer-Heather Jones
Secretary-Jessica Stitt
Section Rep-Vickie Glancy-Cannon
Officers will take their new positions for FY11 starting on July1, 2010.
Posted: 2010-06-21 20:17:40
2010 Survey Ideas Wanted!
We want to hear what you liked and didn't like about this year.
Posted: 2010-06-21 17:19:27
SWE and Girl Scouts FY2010 The Wichita Section has partnered with the Girl Scouts of the Kansas Heartland this year in several ways.
Posted: 2010-05-17 22:13:34
Call for Outstanding Collegiate Section Competition Judges We are quickly approaching the deadline for Outstanding Collegiate Section/Outstanding New Collegiate Section (OCS/ONCS) awards.
Posted: 2010-05-15 16:51:16
June EC Meeting June's Executive Council meeting, like all EC meetings, is open to all members.
Posted: 2010-05-15 16:41:00
Recap of March Meeting with Habitat for Humanity At our March meeting, we met with the director of Habitat for Humanity and the construction manager at a prepped home site that will be built in April.
Posted: 2010-05-10 22:02:11
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2009 Expo SponsorsEach year the Wichita section hosts Engineering Expo, a free event for kids to learn about engineering through hands-on demonstrations and activities. We'd like to thank our sponsors for this year's event. If you're interested in being a sponsor, e-mail Catherine Rocky: cjrgeoleng@cox.net.
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