Wichita Society of Women Engineers
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. 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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Welcome To Our SectionThe 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, explore our calendar. Section Contacts
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!
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2009-2010 Annual Planning Meeting Come celebrate the WE in SWE! This is your opportunity to decide what you would like to learn about, visit, and experience during the next 12 months.
Posted: 2009-06-24 21:00:37
Our Well-Attended Annual Banquet On May 28th our section got together for our annual end-of-the-year banquet.
Posted: 2009-06-20 07:18:11
A Piece of History - Wichita Section takes flight on a KC-135 One of our section's favorite programs to remember occured on June 14, 1987 when we got the chance to fly aboard a KC-135 refueling tanker.
Posted: 2009-06-14 14:19:51
June EC Meeting at Oeno Executive Council (EC) meetings are always open to the membership, even though lately it doesn't feel like we've been publicizing them like we should.
Posted: 2009-05-27 21:09:38
RSVP for the Annual Banquet Tuesday is the deadline to reserve your spot for the FY2009 end of year banquet.
Posted: 2009-05-24 10:04:26
WSU Open House Once again, the WSU College of Engineering Open House on May 1 was an amazing collection of student projects.
Posted: 2009-05-20 14:18:31
Intrust Bank Arena Tour We've been invited to join the National Association of Women In Construction (NAWIC) to tour the new Intrust Bank Arena during it's final phase of construction.
Posted: 2009-05-18 14:57:58
Ideas for 2009-2010 SWE Events I'd start a post to gather ideas for upcoming SWE planning meeting that will take place in June or July.
Posted: 2009-05-16 20:00:06
End of FY2009 Banquet Come celebrate with us! Our FY2009 Banquet will be Thursday, May 28 2009 at Old Town Martini, 711 E. Douglas in Old Town.
Posted: 2009-05-14 13:39:00
Write our history together We'd like to take some time to consider and document the great history of the Wichita section.
Posted: 2009-05-14 07:07:38
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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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