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

2 Agenda I.Who is SWE? II.Past Accomplishments III.Future Goals IV.Upcoming Events V.Other Announcements Agenda Content Bulleted copy –Smaller bullets September 1, 2015

Who is SWE?

4 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

12 Past Accomplishments Dean’s cup 2 nd 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

14 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!

15 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

16 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

17 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

18 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

20 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 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!