About AWIS Chapters

The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is a network of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) who provide each other with valuable information, resources, referrals and mutual support!

AWIS Chapter Leaders—you asked and we are responding! Please join us for an online webinar/discussion on a topic close to your hearts:

“HOW DO I GET MORE HELP? Recruiting and engaging volunteers and members”

The webinar will be given twice to allow your maximal participation:

Tuesday, October 20th 3 PM - 4 PM (Eastern Time)
Friday, October 23rd 12 noon - 1PM (Eastern Time)

Please call in and listen in to Joanne Kamens (AWIS National Chapters Committee Chair) and Bill Schankel (Director of Member Marketing, Planning and Publications with the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers ). Joanne and Bill will share ideas and strategies for engaging participants in your chapter activities and raising them up to leadership roles.

Register today - call-in information will be emailed to you prior to the date of the actual event. Questions? Contact Joanne Kamens (jkamens@rxipharma.com) or Cindy Simpson (membership@awis.org).

Top 10 Reasons to Join A Chapter
  

• Expand your network by attending local events at universities and companies
  
• Find a mentor, friend, advisor, or a new contact
  
• Join seminars by leading scientists on a variety of topics
  
• Participate in forums discussing topics relevant to women in science (e.g., balancing work and family life, maternity leave, harassment and discrimination, and women's perspectives on science and science-related issues)
  
• Develop leadership skills outside your regular job
  
• Raise problems and receive suggestions in a non-threatening environment 
• Meet women in your local area in influlential positions
  
• Speak on panels about topics relevant to women in science (develop your presentation skills)
  
• Attend group tours of local museums and gardens
  
• Be visible as a role model to young girls, through science days, science fairs, and classroom visiting