The Society of Women Engineers The University of Texas at El Paso First General Meeting September 1, 2015.

The Society of Women EngineersThe University of Texas at El

PasoFirst General MeetingSeptember 1, 2015

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Agenda

I. Who is SWE?II. Past AccomplishmentsIII. Future GoalsIV. Upcoming EventsV. Other AnnouncementsAgenda Content

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September 1, 2015

Who is SWE?

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Society of Women Engineers

“Stimulate women to achieve full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the

image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and

demonstrate the value of diversity.”

Mission

Integrity Inclusive Environment Mutual Support

Professional Excellence Trust

Past Accomplishments

SWE study nights

SWE Outreach

Professional Development

SWE Community Service

TCM

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Past Accomplishments

Dean’s cup 2nd place in interdisciplinary org

• Events – SWE study nights – SWE National conference– SEEMA Outreach workshops– SEEMA Space camp at Eastwood Knolls elementary– TCM– Engineering Extravaganza– Project Move

Future Goals

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Build our on-campus influence

In order to strengthen our UTEP community during the semester we will be hosting:• Info Sessions for Professional Development• Socials• Study Nights

Grow!

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What is it?

The purpose of the Big Sister/Little Sister Program is to :– Provide support, advice, and guidance to freshmen,

sophomore, and first-year transfer students in the College of Engineering

– Promote positive influence, motivation, and leadership in academia and personal life

– Ensure that all members maintain active roles within SWE

Sister Program

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What is it?

• An after-school club for high school girls where students:– Receive mentorship from collegiate UTEP SWE members– Work on technical projects and creative engineering – Have the opportunity to receive laboratory tours– Develop their leadership by being in officer positions

SWENext Chapin Chapter

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What is it?

• Engineering nights for high school students that will occur 1-2 times a semester.

• Will include:– Interactive modules– Guest speakers

SWENext Nights

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Impact our city

We have a few community service events in mind that we want to participate in:• Halloween Candy Drive & Christmas Party/Toy Drive for

“La Posada Home” Women’s Shelter• Susan G. Komen Race for The Cure

Community Service

Upcoming Events

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Mark your Calendars!

Wednesday, September 2 • Goldrush from 9:00am-2:30pm (Engineering Breezeway)• TI Info Session from 4:00pm-5:00pm (CRBL C-001)

Thursday, September 3• Bolis Fundraiser from 11:00am-1:30pm (Liberal Arts Lawn)

Thursday, September 10• Ice Cream Social from 5:00pm-7:00pm (Leech Grove)

Thursday & Friday, September 17-18• UTEP Career EXPO from 9:00am-2:00pm (Don Haskin)

Thursday, September 24• SWENext – Chapin Parent Night from 5:30pm-7:00pm

Upcoming Events

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Thank you!