WISELI Calendar and Events
2009
December 3, 2009
- Women & Leadership: Coffee & Conversation with Deans Julie Underwood and Lori Berquam. "Leadership in the Digital Age"
- 8:15 check-in; 8am-9am conversation. Room 1106 at 21 N. Park Street (Welcome Center)
- Event is free, but please register
October 8, 2009
- 2009 Diversity Forum: "Seeding Inclusive Excellence"
- 7:45am — 4:30pm, Memorial Union
- Visit event website for more information
October 6, 2009
- The Two-Body Problem: Dual Career Couples in Science
- A colloquium featuring Marc Sher, Professor, Department of Physics, The College of William and Mary
- 10:45 Refreshments, 11am Talk, 3425 Sterling Hall
October 2, 2009
- Denice Denton Distinguished Lecture: The Flexibility Stigma: How to make flexibility policies truly usable
- A public forum featuring Joan Williams, Distinguished Professor of Law and Director of the Center for Work Life Law at the University of California Hastings
- 8:30am-Noon, 1610 Engineering Hall
- Go to event website for more information and registration information
October 2, 2009
- Evelyn Fox Keller: Human Nature, Human Nurture, and the Mirage of a Space between the Two
- 7:30pm
- Chazen Museum of Art, Room L160
- Presented by the Center for the Humanities, University of Wisconsin–Madison
- Visit event website for more information
October 1, 2009
- Denice Denton Distinguished Lecture Series Benefit Dinner
- 6:00 reception/7:00 dinner
- The University Club
- Go to event website for more information and registration information
September 21, 2009
- Domestic Partner Health Insurance Celebratory Reception
- Hosted by Chancellor Biddy Martin, the program will include the latest information on applying for domestic partner health insurance benefits
- 4:30—6:30 pm; Memorial Union Lounge (2nd Floor).
- Watch this website for more information.
May 12, 2009
- School of Education Colloquium Series — Equity Issues in Mathematics & Science Education
- Maggie Hawkins presents: "English language learners in mathematics & science education."
- 4:00 pm; 220 Teacher Ed. Bldg.
- For more information: See event poster or contact: Noah Feinstein or Anita Wager
May 1, 2009
- Diversity and Social Justice Conference
- The School of Education's Department of Counseling Psychology presents several events with Janice D. Yoder, PhD, Dept. of Psychology, The University of Akron, including:
- "Understanding Gender Better by Exploring Social Context: Implications for Research and Practice"
- 10:00am-12:00noon
- 259 Ed. Sciences Bldg., 1025 W. Johnson St.
- "Confounded by Gender: Social Catagorization, Stereotyping, & Status"
- 3:00-4:30pm
- 228 Ed. Sciences Bldg., 1025 W. Johnson St.
- For other events and more information please link to the conference website.
- Co-sponsored by the University Lectures Committee, the Dept. of Counseling Psychology, the Dept. of Psychology, and the Dept. of Gender & Women's Studies.
April 28, 2009
- School of Education Colloquium Series — Equity Issues in Mathematics & Science Education
- Alice Udvari-Solner, PhD presents: "Students with exceptionalities in mathematics & science education."
- 12:00 noon; 253 Ed. Sci. Bldg.
- For more information: See event poster or contact: Noah Feinstein or Anita Wager
April 21, 2009
- Town Meeting on Domestic Partner Health Insurance
- 4:00-5:15 pm
- Red Gym, Room: On Wisconsin 3
- Because domestic partner health insurance is vital to the well-being of our community, you are strongly encouraged to attend this event. This meeting will provide updated information about Governor Doyle's proposal for domestic partner health insurance, its legislative prospects, and the consequences for our community. There will be ample time for questions and discussions. Food and refreshments will be provided.
- Co-hosts include: the Office of the Provost/Vice-Provost for Faculty and Staff, Associated Students of Madison, the Domestic Partner Health Insurance Task Force, and the Wisconsin Coalition for Domestic Partner Benefits
April 9, 2009
- Endocrinology & Reproductive Physiology Program - Guest Seminars
- The Endocrinology & Reproductive Physiology Program presents two guest seminars by Thomas Landefield, PhD, Dept. of Biology, California State University - Dominguez Hills
- 1:30 pm: "Leaks in the Pipeline: Do Faculty Mend Them or Create Them?"
- 3:00 pm: "Minority Scientists: Where Are They? Should We Care?"
- Biotech Center Auditorium
- 425 Henry Mall
- For more information, contact Tiffany Bachman, 287-2322
April 2-3 and April 15, 2009
- The Nelson Institute's Land Tenure Center Forum: Integrating Geospatial and Field-based Science to Assess Biodiversity Conservation
- The Land Tenure Center brings prominent women scientists to campus for a series of lectures and informal discussions for the public, University faculty, and students. This is an opportunity to hear about advanced research in environmental conservation and to discuss the challenges women face in academia, specifically in environmental science.
- See the event poster and the forum website for complete details about speakers, events, and times.
- Ruth DeFries, PhD, Columbia University will present the forums keynote address: "Land Use Transitions and Conservation"
- April 3, 2009, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Room 180 Science Hall
- 550 N. Park Street
- For questions, please contact Kurt Brown at the Land Tenure Center.
- Co-sponsored by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program
March 11, 2009
March 9, 2009
- School of Education — Visiting Minority Scholars Lecture Series
- Christopher Emdin, PhD., Asst. Prof. of Science Education, Columbia University presents: "Urban Science Education from Sputnik to Hip-Hop: Addressing Problems and Creating Possibilities"
- 12noon-1pm; Room 259; Educ. Sci. Bldg.
- Click here for additional information.
- Sponsored by the School of Education and the Wisconsin Center for Education Research
March 6, 2009
- Philosophy Department Colloquium Series
- Carla Fehr, PhD, a feminist philosopher and co-PI for the Iowa State University's ADVANCE grant, will be presenting work on feminist epistemology and the epistemic consequences of the chilly climate for women scientists.
- 3:30 pm; 4281 Helen C. White Hall
Feb. 18, 2009
2008
December 16, 2008
- Women's Health Forum
- Dr. Elizabeth Hyde, assistant professor in UW-Madison's Department of Radiology, will give a talk entitled, "Career Strategies for Women in Academic Medicine."
- 8:00 - 9:00 am
- Meriter Hospital, Community Health Education Center (2nd floor)
September 12, 2008
September 3, 2008
- Women in Science Program's Kick-off Seminar on the Science of Gender Differences
- Janet Hyde, PhD presents: "Men are From Earth, Women are From Earth: Science vs. the Media on Gender Differences"
- 3:45pm
- 1315 Chemistry Building (Seminar Hall)
- Event Flyer
- Sponsored by: Women in Science Program of the Wisconsin Initiative for Science Literacy
Fall Semester, 2008
- Searching for Excellence and Diversity & Workshops for Search Committees
- WISELI offers a series of workshops for search committee chairs and members that provides faculty with information, advice, and techniques that will help them run more effective and efficient search committees. The workshop addresses strategies for diversifying applicant pools, improving interview processes, making successful offers, and ultimately hiring new faculty.
- Workshops will be held for the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, College of Engineering, College of Letters & Sciences, and the School of Medicine & Public Health. Campus-wide workshops, open to all faculty, will also be held. Please click on the links above for scheduling details. A complete schedule of Fall 2008 workshops is also available.
- At least one member of each search committee, preferably the chair, is strongly encouraged to take part in this valuable workshop. Other search committee members are also most welcome to participate.
April 22, 2008
April 15, 2008
April 8, 2008
April 8, 2008
March 25, 2008
March 11, 2008
- UW Madison's Department of Horticulture Welcomes Women in Plant Science
- Sarah Hake, PhD., Director Plant Gene Expression Center, Albany, CA, presents: "Deciphering cell fate in a maize plant"
- Contact: Sara Patterson or Julie Young
- This presentation is part of a seminar series featuring prominent women plant scientists. In addition to a research presentation, a special outreach luncheon and evening reception will be held for each speaker. Co-sponsored by the Department of Horticulture and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
February 19, 2008
- UW Madison's Department of Horticulture Welcomes Women in Plant Science
- Ellen Leue, PhD., Breeder and Product Group Director, Pan American Seed, presents: "Getting it done: How to succeed in commercial flower product development."
- Contact: Shelley Jansky
- This presentation is part of a seminar series featuring prominent women plant scientists. In addition to a research presentation, a special outreach luncheon and evening reception will be held for each speaker. Co-sponsored by the Department of Horticulture and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
February 19, 2008
- Department of Chemistry - Women in Science Lecture Series
- Song-I Han, Ph.D., Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California ‐ Santa Barbara, presents: "Dynamic Nuclear Polarization Enhanced Magnetic Analysis to Study Local Water Dynamics in Soft Molecular Assemblies and Protein Aggregates"
- 11:00am, 1315 Chemistry
- This lecture is supplemented by a reception and informal conversation on Women in Science: "It's Easier if you know who you are and what you want": 5:15pm, 1315 Chemistry
- Co-sponsored by the Chemistry Department's Division of Physical Chemistry and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program
2007
December 10, 2007
- Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Seminar — presented by the UW School of Veterinary Medicine's Department of Comparative Biosciences
- Helen E. Raybould, PhD Professor and Chair, Department of Anatomy, Physiology and Cell Biology, UC-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, presents: "How does your gut taste? Sensory transduction in the GI tract
- 12 noon, Room 2360, School of Veterinary Medicine
- Dr. Raybould was appointed chair of her department at the UC-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in January, 2007. She is the first woman to hold a chair position at the UCD veterinary school.
- Reception for Dr. Raybould and informal discussion of issues related to women in leadership roles in academia — particularly women leaders in academic veterinary medicine.
- 4:30 pm, Room 2255, School of Veterinary Medicine
- For more information, please see the event flyer or contact: Hannah Carey
November 30, 2007
- Minority Scholars Lecture Series
- Ruperto M. Perez, PhD, presents: "Diversity and Sexual Orientation: The Wisconsin Idea"
- Dr. Perez is director of the Counseling Center at Georgia Tech University. His areas of professional interest include counseling issues related to diversity and multiculturalism, gender issues, LGBT concerns, outreach/consultation, and supervision/mentoring. His talk will focus on LGBT concerns in the university community.
- 2:30 - 4:00 pm
- Room 259, Educational Sciences Building
- 1025 W. Johnson St.
- For more information, please see the event flyer (PDF)
November 29, 2007
- UW-Madison Comedy Sportz Leadership Workshop
- The CALS Student Council in conjunction with the CALS Leadership Policy Committee and ASM are sponsoring a leadership workshop and want YOU to come! This workshop is an energetic, fun, comedic, challenging, and interactive way to discover what leadership can really be! Bob Orvis, an original founder of Comedy Sportz in Milwaukee will be on campus to lead us through a workshop focusing on many of the different aspects of leadership. The workshop will consist of a series of short "games" designed to provide insight into things such as communication, team-building, and how status affects teamwork.
- 5-7 pm, Union South (See TITU for room assignment)
November 9, 2007
- Women in Theoretical Particle Physics (WiTTP) Month
- Shufang Su, PhD,, Dept. of Physics, University of Arizona
- 2:30pm; Room 5280 Chamberlin Hall
- For more information on the speaker and events for graduate students please see the program poster or contact: Anupama Atre
- Co-sponsored by the Department of Physics, the Phenomenology Institute, and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program, this presentation is part of a seminar series that brings 4 distinguished women physicists (one per week for four weeks) to present their research and network with physics graduate students.
November 2, 2007
November 2, 2007
October 29, 2007
- Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning in a Diverse Society
- A public presentation at the University of Wisconsin‐Madison by Sharroky Hollie, PhD, Director, Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning, Inglewood, CA
- 4:00-5:30pm
- Room 147 Education, 1000 Bascom Mall
October 24, 2007
- Women in Theoretical Particle Physics (WiTTP) Month
- Aida El-Khadra, PhD,, Dept. of Physics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 4pm; Room 2241 Chamberlin Hall
- For more information on the speaker and events for graduate students please see the program poster or contact: Anupama Atre
- Co-sponsored by the Department of Physics, the Phenomenology Institute, and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program, this presentation is part of a seminar series that brings 4 distinguished women physicists (one per week for four weeks) to present their research and network with physics graduate students.
October 17, 2007
- Women in Theoretical Particle Physics (WiTTP) Month
- JoAnne Hewett, PhD, Stanford Linear Accelerator Center, Stanford University presents: "Discovering the Quantum Universe: The Role of Particle Accelerators"
- 4pm; Room 2241 Chamberlin Hall
- For more information on the speaker and events for graduate students please see the program poster or contact: Anupama Atre
- Co-sponsored by the Department of Physics, the Phenomenology Institute, and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program, this presentation is part of a seminar series that brings 4 distinguished women physicists (one per week for four weeks) to present their research and network with physics graduate students.
October 11, 2007
- Evolution Seminar Series
- Trudy Mackay, Ph.D., Dept. of Genetics, North Carolina State University, presents:
"The genetic architecture of complex traits: Lessons from Drosophlia"
- 10:30am; Genetics/Biotech Auditorium 1111
- For more information please contact Allison Weber
- Co-sponsored by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program and the Departments of Genetics, Biostatistics, Horticulture and Zoology
July 29 and 30, 2007
March 27, 2007
- School of Library and Information Science Seminar
- Amy Slaton, PhD presents: "American Universities and the 'Whiteness' of Engineering: origins of an Occupational Color-Line"
- Amy Slaton is an associate professor at Drexel University and director of Drexel's Master's Program in Science, Technology and Society. She is currently completing a history of race in
American engineering education since 1950 (forthcoming, Harvard University Press).
- 4:00pm, SLIS Commons (4th floor, H.C. White Hall)
- For more information see the event web site.
- The talk is free and open to all.
- This event is part of the STS-funded and SLIS-sponsored seminar series on "Uncovering information labor: Technology and work in space and time."
March 23-25, 2007
- Second Annual Creating Institutional Change Conference — Increasing awareness, encouraging leadership, fostering partnerships
- The conference is a three-day affair, composed of sessions and activities focusing on: future initiatives regarding diversity on campuses; the idea of institutional change and how we all fit in; developing and encouraging leadership to improve campus climate for underrepresented populations; conflict resolution; institutional racism; increasing campus awareness of different cultures and ethnicities; fostering better understanding of racial dynamics, gender behaviors, sexual orientations, and cross-cultural communication; high school responsibility; and enhancing college student academic excellence.
- Keynote speaker:Dr. Michael Eric Dyson will present: "Come Hell or High Water: Hurricane Katrina and the Color of Disaster."
- There will also be a speech by Julie Chavez Rodriguez (granddaughter of Cesar Chavez) entitled: "Si Se Puede (Yes We Can)".
- For more information, see this news item.
March 16, 2007
- Modern Women's Bootcamp: From Backpack to Briefcase
- This event is a first-ever campus women's leadership conference. It is open to all students interested in current issues specifically affecting females in the transition from college to career. There will be representatives and speakers from companies such as General Electric, Wells Fargo, Accenture, Halliburton, and many more.
- 8:00am-4:30pm
- Grainger Hall - School of Business
- This conference is sponsored in part by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
February 15, 2007
- Webinar: Selling Yourself Without Selling Out
- Hard working individuals and groups are often not adequately recognized for their skills and contributions. Self-promotion is an important skill to gain visibility and communicate value for you and your team and is essential to being an effective leader.
- 12noon-1:00pm (starts promptly at noon)
- Room 473, Horticulture
- 1575 Linden Dr.
- Contact Johanne Brunetto register.
- Space for this webinar is limited, so please contact Johanne as seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis!
February 15, 2007
- Continuing Conversations
- 2:00-4:00pm
- Union South, Check TITU
- Sessions include: Revisiting Discussions from First Semester; Conflict Resolution Skills for Leadership: How to be an Impartial Facilitator When You Have a Stake in the Outcome; Don't Act On It! Preventing a Prejudicial Thought from Becoming a Discriminatory Act
- 4:00-6:00pm
- Union South, Check TITU
- Session on: What is Excellence in Teaching? (includes a Nacho Bar!)
2006
December 12, 2006
- Women in Science Roundtable Discussion: Striving for Equality in an
Academic Environment
- 5:00-7:00pm
- 9341 Chemistry Building
- Linda Nicholson, PhD, Associate Professor of Molecular Biology and
Genetics will lead a roundtable discussion that focusses on issues of
equality for women and minorities scientists working in academic
environments and explores possibilities for improvement.
- Scholars of all backgrounds, men, women, graduate students, post docs,
faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend and be a part of this
discussion.
- Prof. Nicholson will also deliver a research seminar as part of the
Physical Chemistry Seminar Series on Tuesday, December 12, 11am, Room
1315, Chemistry Building.
- For more information, please contact Monika Ivancic.
- Prof. Nicholson's vist is sponsored by the Chemistry Department and
WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
November 27, 2006
- Distinguished Women in Neural Engineering Seminar Series
- 12:00pm
- Tong Auditorium, 1003 Engineering Centers Building
- Vivian Mushahwar, Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada will speak on:
- Tapping into the Spinal Cord for Restoring Standing and Stepping after Spinal Cord Injury
- Abstract Available
- Sponsored by the Dept. of Biomedical Engineering with the support of WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
- For more information, please contact Elizabeth Felton.
November 20, 2006
- Attracting Undergraduate Women Into Physics and Astronomy
- 12:00pm
- 4421 Sterling Hall
- Jennifer Hoffman, PhD., NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellow, University of California - Berkeley will talk about her efforts to attract undergraduate women into Physics and Astronomy. She will discuss "Launch Day," an orientation program for undergraduate women in Physics and Astronomy and her work with UC-Berkeley's Society for Women in the Physical Sciences.
November 15, 2006
- Marriage Amendment Listening Session
- 5:00-6:30 p.m.
- Main Lounge, Memorial Union
- A listening session will be held to give UW-Madison community members an opportunity to voice feelings related to the recently-passed marriage amendment and discuss the implications for domestic partner benefits. Chancellor John Wiley and Provost Patrick Farrell are expected to attend the session, which is open to students, faculty and staff.
- For more information on the campus listening session, call or email Eden Inoway-Ronnie at (608)265-5975.
- Campus community members interested in addidtional resources related to the amendment can contact the Offices of the Dean of Students at (608)263-5700; or the LGBT Campus Center at (608)265-3344.
November 3, 2006
- Cabinet 99 - 2006 Symposium
- The Power of Discovery: A Celebration of UW Women in Science
- 8:00am-4:00pm
- The Pyle Center
- 702 Langdon Street, Madison
- As a Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) initiative, Cabinet 99 partners
with the UW Foundation to Sponsor a bieenial Symposium. This year's
symposium highlights influential UW Women "who are on the forefront of
great scientific advances, from astronomy to neuroscience. Professor Jo
Handelsman will provide the opening address, Beyond Bias and Barriers:
A Call to Arms about Women in Science, which will present the findings
and recommendations of the National Academy of Sciences' study of the status of women in academic science and engineering.
- Other speakers include Kathryn May, Dean, School of Nursing; Amy
Barger, Astronomy; Jacquelyn Hank, Human Oncology; Sara Lindberg,
Psychology and Women's Studies; Mary Behan, Comparative Biosciences and Anatomy; Maureen Barr, Pharmacy; and Robin Douthitt, Dean, School of
Human Ecology. (For more information see the complete schedule of
events.) The winner of the 2006 Cabinet 99 Award recognizing
outstanding leadership is Emily Auerbach, Professor, English.
- Register online by Friday, October 27, 2006.
- For more information contact:
- WAA's Sarah Schutt toll free at (888) 947-2586 or
by email.
October 26, 2006
- Lecture: History of Engineering Education for Women
- 5:00pm
- 1025 Engineering Centers Bldg.
- 1550 Engineering Drive
- In conjuction with the exhibit, "Petticoats and Slide Rules, SWE, A History of Women Engineers," Amy Bix, PhD, History of Technology and Science Program, Iowa State University will present, "Women in Engineering - What's Changed and What Hasn't: A Historical Review of U.S. Engineering Education for Women".
- Amy Bix's lecture is made possible with support from Wendt Library, the local chapters of SWE and GWIS, UW Madison's Science and Technology Program and History of Science Department, and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
October 21, 2006
- Symposium: Encouraging Success in Science and Medicine
- 8:00am-3:00pm
- Sponsored by the Medical Scientist Training Program and partially funded by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program, this symposium offers talks, workshops, and panel discussions regarding the challenges women face as they simultaneously pursue professional careers and balanced, happy lives. The symposium focuses on how to manage these challenges.
- Registration is required. Please register by sending an email to smarkovina@wisc.edu.
- For more information, please contact Stephanie Markovina or Kat Sullivan Dillie.
October 18, 2006
- Helping Families Cope with Violence in the Media
- 11:30am-1:00pm
- Room 256, Educational Sciences Building.
- Please join campus colleagues for a conversation about how we can better understand and respond to violent incidents in our schools and media reports of these events. The conversation includes the opportunity to hear from:
- Prof. Emeritus Joanne Cantor, Communication Arts, on how families can cope with scary/violent stories in the media; and
- Prof. Colleen Capper, Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, on the school environment, with a focus on bullying and school response.
- Please feel free to bring a bag lunch.
- Sponsored by: UW Office of Child Care and Family Resources; Offices of the Dean of Students and the Secretary of the Faculty/New Faculty Services; and School of Education.
October 13, 2006
- CIBM Distinguished Lecturers in Computational Biology Series
- Jill Mesirov, PhD, Director of Computational Biology and Bioinformatics at the Broad Institute presents:
- "Gene Expression Analysis: A Knowledge-Based Approach"
- 9:45-10:45am
- Pyle Center
- 702 Langdon Street
- This lecture series is sponsored by the Dept. of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, Computation and Informatics in Biology and Medicine(CIBM), the UW Chapter of ACM's Committee on Women (WACM) and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
- For more information contact Irene Ong
September 21, 2006
- Exhibit: "Petticoats and Slide Rules: SWE, A History of Women Engineers"
- An opening reception will be held at 5:00pm
- 2nd floor,Wendt Library
- 215 N. Randall
- This special traveling exhibit, on loan from the Walter P. Reuther Library, Wayne State University, uses photos, videos, interviews and artifacts from the SWE Archives, to highlight over five decades of promoting equal opportunity for women in engineerings and inspirational stories of women who paved the way for future generations. The exhibit will be on display in Wendt Library through November.
- The local installation of the exhibit is made possible with support from Wendt Library, the local chapters of SWE and GWIS, UW Madison's Science and Technology Program and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
September 18 and September 19, 2006
- The Act of Teaching: Theatrical Tips for Teachers
- Nancy Houfek, head of voice and speech at Harvard University's Institute for Advanced Theatre Training will lead two workshops, one for faculty and academic staff and one for graduate student teaching assistants. Both workshops aim to help teachers enhance communication and presentations by incorporating techniques used by actors.
- The workshop for faculty and academic staff is scheduled for:
- Monday, September 18; 1-4:30pm; Room 9341 Chemistry
- Online registration is required
- The workshop for graduate students is scheduled for:
- Tuesday, September 19; 9am-12:30pm; Room 9341 Chemistry
- Online registration is required
- These workshops are sponsored by WISELI; the Women Faculty Mentoring Program; the Associate Vice Chancellor's Office for Diversity and Climate; the Delta Research Teaching and Learning Community; the Center for Biology Education; the NSF Center for Magnetic Self-Organization. For more information contact Linda Sparke.
June 8 - June 11, 2006
- 85th Annual SDE/GWIS National Meeting
- Moving Forward: Climate, Cognition and Careers for Women in Science and Engineering
- UW-Madison, Pyle Center
- The SDE/GWIS Beta chapter will hold the 85th Annual SDE/GWIS National Meeting June 8-11, 2006 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Pyle Center in Madison, WI. The scientific program and conference portion of the meeting will take place on Saturday, June 10, 2006 beginning at 9 AM. Get more information and/or register online. SDE/GWIS encourages attendees to present a poster at the meeting. All areas of research are welcome.
Thursday, April 27
- WISELI Seminar Series presents:
- Reminiscences of an Accidental Programmer
- Presented by Annie Stunden, Chief Information Officer, UW-Madison and Director, DoIT.
- 11:00am-12:30pm
- Union South (See TITU for room assignment)
- Annie Studen will retire from her position as CIO and Director of DoIT in the summer of 2006. In this talk she will address her experiences as a leader in academia and as a woman in technology.
April 20, 2006
- Culturally Competent Care: How Competency Relates to Organizational Performance
- With speaker Gladis Benevides
- 12:00-1:00pm
- UW-Madison, Health Sciences Learning Center, Room 1306
- The Center for the Study of Cultural Diversity in Healthcare (CDH) at the UW Medical School has launched a brownbag speaker series focused on cultural competence in healthcare and human services, minority health and health disparities. Ms. Benevides is recognized as an expert in Civil Rights law and Affirmative Action, with over 28 years of experience in these areas. If you have suggestions about speakers or specific topics to include in this series, please contact the CDH Program Manager, Sarah Esmond, at 608-263-9401.
April 13, 2006
- WISELI Seminar Series presents:
- Removing Barriers to Success in Engineering: Interventions that Reduce Gender Differences in 3-D Spatial Skills
- Presented by Sheryl Sorby, PhD
- Assoc. Dean of Engineering & Chair, Engineering Fundamentals
- 2:00-3:00 p.m.
- Room 1721 Engineering Hall
- Sheryl Sorby will discuss her research on gender differences in spatial reasoning skills, the coursework and strategies she has developed to teach spatial skills, and their influence on the success and retention of students.
- This seminar is presented in conjunction with the Engineering Learning Center, American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) UW-Madison Student Chapter, and Graduate Women in Science (GWIS).
- View a video of Dr. Sorby's presentation online.
April 12, 2006
- Communicating Expectations and Working with Others
- 2:00-4:30pm
- Room 260, Bascom Hall
- Learn how to communicate expectations and talk through difficult issues
- This workshop is designed to give graduate students, postdocs and their advisors the skills to effectively resolve conflicts with each other and with their colleagues when they arise. The presenters are Karen Klomparens, Dean of the Graduate School and John Beck, Associate Professor, School of Labor and Industrial Relations at Michigan State University. More information can be found at the conference website.
- Registration is required to attend the workshop. For additional information, contact Delta via email or phone at (608) 261-1180.
March 31 - April 2, 2006
- Creating Institutional Change Conference
- Increasing awareness, encouraging leadership, fostering partnerships
- The Diversity Education Program (DEP) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is proud and pleased to announce a major diversity conference. More information can be found at the conference website.
- Registration is required to attend the conference. The conference is free for UW-Madison students and all UW System students. All other participants will have to pay an $80 fee.
March 30, 2006
- WISELI Seminar
- 11:30am-1:00pm Union South (see TITU)
- Judy Houck, Ph.D., Women's Studies, Medical History and Bioethics, History of Science, and the Center for Women's Health and Women's Health Research, presents:
- "Race, Gender and Personality: Putting Student Evaluations of Faculty in Perspective"
- Effects of Gender Stereotypes on Women's Leadership Performance
- 4:00-5:15pm, 105 Ingraham Hall
- Presented by Stefanie Halverson, Visiting Scholar,2005-2006; Women's Studies Research Center, UW-Madison School of Business
- For additional information contact WSRC at 263-2053 or email wsrc@mailplus.wisc.edu
March 21, 2006
- They've Come a Long Way, Baby - or Have They? The Current Status of Women in the Workplace
- University Club Luncheon Series
- 11:45am-1:10pm
- University Club, 803 State St.
- Luncheon and speaker is Carin Clauss, Law School. Celebrating Women's History Month and co-sponsored by the Fund for Women. Open to all. Reservation and payment due in advance.
Cost: $16. Information: 262-5023, uclub@wisc.edu.
March 8, 2006
- University Roundtable
- "The Extraordinary Precision of Ordinary Talk: A Linguist's Perspective on Social Interactions," presented by Professor Cecilia E. Ford, Department of English
- Buffet lunches begin at 11:45 in Tripp Commons at Memorial Union.
March 3
- Symposium on Women in Science Policy
- 9:30am, Room 1003 Engineering Centers Building, 1550 Engineering Dr.
- Kristen Kulinowski, PhD, for the Center for Biological and Environmental Nanotechnology, Rice University
- "The Shifting Landscape of Nanotechnology Policy"
- 10:30am, Room 8417 Social Sciences, 1180 Observatory Drive
- Barbara Mulach, PhD, Division of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, NIH
- "Vaccine R&D Policy: Current Issues and NIH's Role"
- 1:00pm, Room 8417 Social Sciences, 1180 Observatory Drive
- Women in Science Policy Career Panel
- 2:30pm, Room 8417 Social Sciences, 1180 Observatory Drive
- Women in Science Policy Reception
- Sponsored by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science & Engineering Grant Program, the Center for Nanotechnology in Society, the Center for Global Health, and Graduate Women in Chemistry. For more information contact Marie Mapes at 262-5547 or email mapes@chem.wisc.edu
March 1-2, 2006
- Women and Environmental Leadership Symposium
- Keynote Speaker: Ann Bartuska, PhD, Deputy Chief for Research and Development, USDA Forest Service
- "Achieving Sustainable Forests in an Era of Globalization"
- March 1, 4:00-5:53pm, 1441 Genetics/Biotech, 425 Henry Mall
- Panel Discussion - "Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Environmental Leadership"
- March 2, 9:30-11:00am, Memorial Union (see TITU)
- Panelists: Ann Bartuska, Sonya Newenhouse, Sharon Dunwoody, Nancy Langston
- Sponsored by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science & Engineering Grant Program, the Department of Forest Ecology and Management, and the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies.
For more information contact Nancy Langston at 265-9008 or email nelangst@wisc.edu
February 23, 2006
- WISELI Seminar
- 11:30am-1:00pm Union South (see TITU)
- Angela Byars-Winston, Ph.D., Department of Counseling Psychology, presents:
- "Examining diversity within diversity: Retention of underrepresented students in STEM fields"
February 6, 2006
- Graduate Women in Science Career Panel
- 5:30-6:30pm in the Red Gym (Check TITU for room number)
- GWIS has invited women from the Madison area who have PhDs to be on a panel and answer questions about careers, life after graduate school, and more. Their backgrounds include representation from both the physical and biological sciences. Bring a friend--all are welcome! GWIS will provide light refreshments. Contact Amy Berta with any questions.
2005
November 10, 2005
- WISELI Seminar
- "Honors and Awards for Women: Issues of Equity" panel presentation
- 11:30am-1:00pm
- Union South (see TITU)
- The panel will discuss issues surrounding gender bias in the process of bestowing academic awards and honors.
- PLEASE NOTE: This seminar will be begin at 11:30 and will use the entire time allotted for presentation and discussion. Refreshments will be available during the presentation and discussion.
November 9, 2005
- Diversity at UW-Madison: What the Numbers Say
- Brown Bag Forum presented by Jocelyn Milner, Director, Academic Planning and Analysis, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 12:00-1:00pm
- Education Building, 1000 Bascom Mall, Room 405
- This event is free and open to the public.
November 8, 2005
- Interviewing for Faculty Positions: Perspectives from the Chairs of Search Committees
- Presented by the Graduate Student Professional Development Brown Bags and Graduate Women's Mentoring Forum
- 12:00-1:00pm
- 260 Bascom Hall
- Panel discussion and follow-up activity for graduate students and postdocs. Audience: graduate students and postdocs who are on the academic job market this year.
- Panelists: Heidi Goodrich-Blair, Leann M. Tigges, Basil Tikoff, Mariamne H Whatley.
- Registration Deadline is November 1, 2005. To register, please send an email to gspd@bascom.wisc.edu. For additional information contact Eileen Callahan.
November 3, 2005
- 6th Annual Plan 2008 Diversity Campus Forum
- "Creating Community"
- The two days of the 6th Annual Campus Forum will be the opportunity to celebrate UW-Madison's diversity and thoughtfully assess how the university is moving toward its goals under Plan 2008.
- Day 2
- 8:30am-4:00pm
- Memorial Union
- The second half of the Creating Community Plan 2008 Forum will be held from 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 3, at Memorial Union. The forum will focus on skill-building for students, faculty and staff working to improve campus climate.
- Registration is required to receive a box lunch, box supper or participate in the sexual harassment session. Registration information and a program schedule are available online.
- For information, contact Ruby Paredes via email or at 262-5175.
October 14, 2005
- WISELI Seminar Series
- Sue V. Rosser, Dean of the Ivan Allen College and Professor of History, Technology, and Society at the Georgia Institute of Technology presents:
- "The Science Glass Ceiling"
- 4:00pm
- 1800 Engineering Hall, 1415 Engineering Dr.
- Rosser's presentation will be based on the research published in her recent book, The Science Glass Ceiling: Struggles of Academic Women Scientists (Routledge, 2004). Her presentation is held in conjunction with the 30th anniversary of UW-Madison's Women's Studies Program.
September 29, 2005
- 6th Annual Plan 2008 Diversity Campus Forum
- "Creating Community"
- The two days of the 6th Annual Campus Forum will be the opportunity to celebrate UW-Madison's diversity and thoughtfully assess how the university is moving toward its goals under Plan 2008.
- Day 1: September 29
- 8:30am-4:00pm, plus an evening program
- Memorial Union
- Activities on Day 1 include: pick-up breakfast at the Union Theatre Lobby, opening performances in the Union Theatre, Chancellor's Welcome, keynote speaker, concurrent panels, lunchtime plenary in the Great Hall, follow-up sessions, and an evening celebration.
September 22, 2005
- WISELI Seminar Series
- WISELI Video Documentary Part 2
- 11:30am-1:00pm
- Union South (See "Today in the Union" for room assignment)
- This documentary video profiles several initiatives WISELI has undertaken during the past several years. For those new to the UW, WISELI, and our seminar series, the video will serve as an introduction to WISELI and our activities. For faculty, students, and other WISELI affiliates already familiar with WISELI and our seminar series, the video will provide an update on our efforts. In addition to viewing the video, we will provide an opportunity to discuss the progress of our initiatives.
September 15 - September 18, 2005
- Looking Toward the Future: Discrimination and Prejudice
- September 15, 5:30-7:15pm
- September 16, 7:30am-6:15pm
- September 17, 8:15am-5:00pm
- September 18, 8:30-11:45am
- This conference, organized by UW faculty members Patricia Devine and Robert Livingston is designed to bring together social psychologists from a variety of background to discuss progress in understanding the nature of prejudice and discrimination during the last century, as well as enduring and future challenges.
September 9, 2005
June 14, 2005
- Searching for Excellence & Diversity:
- Implementing Training for Search Committees Facilitators Workshop
- 8:30am-4:00pm
- The Pyle Center, UW-Madison
- WISELI has developed and implemented a workshop that provides search committees with the latest tips and advice for running an efficient and effective faculty search, recruiting excellent and diverse applicants, and conducting fair and thorough reviews of candidates. To expand the reach of these workshops, we will be running a one-day training session designed to teach facilitators and/or presenters to offer these workshops in their own units.
May 25-26, 2005
- CIRTL Forum 2005
- "Addressing the Student Learning Experience: Achieving Diversity in STEM Disciplines"
- The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club, Madison, WI
- "CIRTL's 2005 National Forum, Addressing the Student Learning Experience: Achieving Diversity in STEM Disciplines, will focus on diversity, with an emphasis on how to improve the STEM classroom experience for women and underrepresented minority students. While many resources exist that "wrap around" and support underrepresented students, these programs do not, by design, directly impact classroom experiences. We suggest that inclusive learning environments, both in and out of the classroom, benefit not only underrepresented students, but all students."
May 25, 2005
- CRLT Theatre Program
- "Conflict in the Classroom"
- 7:30pm
- Wisconsin Union Theater, Memorial Union
- The University of Michigan CRLT Theatre Program presents a dramatic demonstration of classroom dynamics, using theatrical performance to illustrate the roles that gender, social class, race and power play in everyday exchanges between teachers, students and their peers.
For more information call 262-9174 or email info@cirtl.net.
May 19, 2005
- Leadership Institute Information Session
- Presented by the Equity and Diversity Resource Center
- 10:30am-12:30pm
- 8417 Social Science Lounge
- Come to the information session to learn more about how the Leadership Institute: 1) Advances the University's mission/vision by offering a diverse group of individuals exposure to experiences, knowledge, and skills related to leadership; 2) Helps individuals perform more effectively in their current positions and facilitates their future career development; and 3) Provides a forum for introspection, discussion, and reflection.
- Refreshments are provided. Mingle and meet with LI participants to learn about their experiences.
- Questions about the Information Session? Please contact skapani@vc.wisc.edu or kjudkins@vc.wisc.edu or call the Equity and Diversity Resource Center at 263-2378.
April 28, 2005
- The Plan 2008 Forum and "Chancellor Wiley's House Party"
- Plan 2008 Forum: 5:00-9:00pm in 272 Bascom Hall
- "House Party": Performances by various student groups following the forum.
- The Plan 2008 Forum, a part of the All-Campus Party, is a place for open discussion about the state of diversity efforts at UW-Madison. Keynote speakers: Jayson Pope, Diallo Shabazz, and Andrea Wise--UW-Madison alumni who promote "mutually beneficial institutional change" toward diversity and social justice.
- Other highlights: Breakout sessions to discuss the goals of Plan 2008, a Q&A session with UW-Madison Chancellor John Wiley and Provost Peter Spear, plus free pizza, kegs of root beer (served by UW-Madison deans and other administrators), and various student permorming groups including UW Belly Dancing, Just Blaze, Dance Elite, Polydream, and MadHatters.
- For more information about the Plan 2008 Forum, contact Marla Delgado at (608) 661-9672, marladelgado@wisc.edu; for All-Campus Party information, email acp2005@uwalumni.com.
April 26, 2005
- Distinguished Women in Engineering Seminar
- 11:00am in 1610 Engineering Hall
- Refreshments afterwards in the lobby
- "Composing a Serendipitous Life" presented by Dr. Susan Blanchard, Director of Engineering, Florida Gulf Coast University.
- At this seminar you will:
- - Learn what working in Engineering Academia looks like;
- - Become inspired by a distinguished engineer's career path;
- - Solidify your plans for post-graduation.
April 26, 2005
- Mentoring Women for Leadership
- 11:30am-1:30pm
- Tripp Commons, Memorial Union (800 Langdon St.).
- A panel presentation by:
- Robin Douthitt, Dean, School of Human Ecology
- Luoluo Hong, Dean of Students
- Katharine May, Dean, School of Nursing
- Jeanette Roberts, Dean, School of Pharmacy
- Frances Westley, Director, Institute for Environmental Studies
April 14, 2005
- Women in Science & Engineering: What the Research Really Says
- 7:00-9:30pm, Biotechnology Center Auditorium
- 425 Henry Mall near Randall Ave. and University Ave.
- Event webpage
- Harvard President Lawrence Summers remarked that women's under-representation at the highest levels of STEM careers is (1) primarily caused by "intrinsic aptitude" differences between men and women in math and science ability, and (2) only to a lesser extent caused by overt or "passive discrimination or stereotyping."
- In a panel moderated by Professor Jo Handelsman (Plant Pathology, and co-Director of the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute), UW-Madison experts comment on the scientific evidence for Summers' claims, focusing on:
- Are there gender differences in brain structure? [PowerPoint presentation.]
- Assistant Professor Paul Whalen, Department of Psychiatry
- How does the brain respond to social competition? [PowerPoint presentation.]
- Associate Professor Linda Oakley, School of Nursing
- What is the evidence for gender disparities in mathematics test scores? [PowerPoint presentation.]
- Professor Caitilyn Allen, Department of Plant Pathology and Women's Studies Program
- How do unconscious biases and assumptions affect the careers of women in scientific and engineering fields? [PowerPoint presentation.]
- Professor Molly Carnes, Department of Medicine and co-Director, Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute
- What is the current status of women in science and engineering fields at the UW-Madison?
- Chancellor John Wiley
- Jo Handelsman's introduction [PowerPoint presentation.]
- Panelists will speak for 10 minutes. There will be two question and answer periods. The panel discussion will be videotaped so that it can appear to a broader audience via the internet at a later date.
- Who should attend: Women in sciences; Parents and teachers interested in how children will access opportunities in STEM fields; Anyone interested in the scientific evidence for, or the policy ramifications of, Summers' remarks.
- Co-sponsored by WISELI and Science Alliance
April 13, 2005
- WISELI SEMINAR
- Catherine Middlecamp, Distinguished Faculty Associate, Chemistry
- "Teaching Chemistry: The Intellectual Challenge of Diversity" -- Abstract Portable Document Format
- Union South (see TITU)
- Presentation: 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments: 2:30-3:00pm
April 9, 2005
- Women of Science Workshops
- "Celebrating Women of Science"
- Department of Chemistry, Room 1315, 1101 University Ave.
- Presentation: 9:00am-12:00pm
- Hands-on Science Activities: 1:00-3:30pm
- Registration is required for the afternoon sessions.
- This workshop is sponsored by the Wisconsin Initiative for Science Literacy.
- For more information please visit the Science is Fun website or call Sue at 263-2424.
February 9, 2005
- WISELI Seminar
- Sally G. Kohlstedt, Ph.D., Professor, History of Science and Technology, University of Minnesota
- "The Rajender Consent Decree: Discrimination, Institutional Response, and Women's Alliances" -- Abstract
- Union South (see TITU)
- Presentation: 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments: 2:30-3:00pm
February 7, 2005
- GWIS Career Panel
- A panel of women scientists working in large and small academic institutions, government, and industry will address career options for women scientists and provide advice for experiencing satisfying careers.
- 5:30-8:00pm
- Tong Auditorium
- 1003 Engineering Centers Building
- 1550 Engineering Drive
- For more information and to register contact akberta@wisc.edu
- Co-sponsored by WISELI
February 2, 2005
- Delta Roundtable
- Jo Handelsman, Ph.D. Prof. Plant Pathology and WISELI Co-Director will speak on:
- "Scientific Teaching: Training a new generation of science faculty"
- 6:00-7:15pm
- Capital Conference Room, 5210 Grainger Hall
- RSVP by Mon. Jan. 24 to roundtable@delta.wisc.edu
- Please include your choice of meat or vegetarian dinner (av. at no charge).
January 27, 2005
- Colloquium on Wisconsin Women = Prosperity Project
- Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton, will speak on "The quality of life for women in Wisconsin"
- 4:00-5:00pm
- Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St.
- For information, call 262-3038 or e-mail shelton@lafollette.wisc.edu.
- Sponsored by the UW-Madison Joint Center for Public Policy and the Status of Women an effort of the Women's Studies Research Center and the Robert M. La Follette School of Public Affairs.
2004
December 8, 2004
- WISELI Seminar
- A WISELI panel presents:
- "WISELI Update -- Status of our efforts to promote the advancement of women in science and engineering"
- Union South (see TITU)
- Presentation: 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments: 2:30-3:00pm
December 2, 2004
- Phyllis Wise Seminar
- "Estrogens: what do they do to our brains? Re-evaluations after the Women's Health Initiative."
- Phyllis Wise, Ph.D., Dean of the Division of Biological Sciences and Prof. of Physiology of UC-Davis, is "widely recognized as one of the world's foremost experts on mechanisms of brain aging and the role of estrogen in protecting the brain against injury and disease."
- Seminar: 4:00-5:00pm, Room 140 Bardeen
- Reception: 5:00-6:00pm, Room 281 Medical Sciences Building
- This event is co-sponsored by the School of Veterinary Medicine's Department of Comparative Biosciences, the Neurosciences Training Program and WISELI.
December 1, 2004
- What Do We Mean by a Diverse University?
- At this brownbag offered by WISCAPE (Wisconsin Center for the Advancement of Postsecondary Education), Jerlando Jackson, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy analysis at UW-Madison, will talk about the various definitions of "diversity" as applied to the postsecondary educational landscape.
- 12:00-1:00pm, Room 405 Education Building.
- You are welcome to bring your lunch; coffee, soda, and cookies are provided.
- ** This event is free and open to the public.
December 1, 2004
- DELTA Roundtable
- Susan Horwitz, Ph.D., Professor of Computer Science presents:
- "Where are the women in computer science? Using active recruiting and group problem solving to increase their numbers."
- 6:00-7:15pm
- University Club, 803 State St.
- Faculty, academic staff, post-docs and graduate students are strongly invited to attend and participate.
- R.S.V.P. by Sunday, November 24 to roundtable@delta.wisc.edu.
- Please include your preference of meat or vegetarian dinner (both at no charge). Cash bar available.
November 23, 2004
- Fall Seminar Series by Janet Bickel
- Janet Bickel, Visiting Associate Dean for Faculty in the Medical School, will be offering a fall seminar series in the new Health Sciences Learning Center building. She is a nationally-known career development coach and faculty career and diversity consultant. Although her work has focused primarily in the medical fields, the professional development seminars she is offering this fall are sure to be of interest to all. The seminars are early in the mornings to accommodate the schedules of clinical faculty--please join us if you are able! The November 23rd Seminar is as follows:
- “Gender, Ethnicity and Generational Differences in Mentoring Relationships: Turning Challenges into Strengths”
- 7:00-8:00am, 1345 HSLC
Wednesday, November 17
- A Colloquium on Wisconsin Women = Prosperity Project
- Ellen Bravo, co-chair of the Economic Sufficiency Task Force of the Wisconsin Women
Prosperity project, will present:
- "What Will it Take to Raise Women's Economic Status in Wisconsin?"
- A longtime advocate for working women, Ellen Bravo served as national director of 9to5, National Association of Working Women. Today she is co-chair of the Economic Sufficiency Task Force of the Wisconsin Women =
Prosperity project, a non-partisan, statewide initiative directed by Wisconsin Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton to address the quality of life for women in Wisconsin. Ellen Bravo will discuss the task force's recommendations for W-2 and income supports, work-family issues and women business owners.
- 4:00-5:00pm; A reception will follow
- Lee Lounge, Pyle Center (NEW LOCATION)
- 702 Langdon St.
- For more information, call 262-3038 or e-mail shelton@lafollette.wisc.edu.
- The talk is sponsored by the UW-Madison Joint Center for Public Policy and the Status of Women, an effort of the Women's Studies Research Center and the Robert M. La Follette School of Public Affairs.
November 10, 2004
- Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute (WISELI) Seminar
- Patricia F. Brennan, Ph.D., MSN; Professor, Industrial Engineering and Lillian Moehlman-Bascom Professor of Nursing presents:
- "Discovering the experiences of senior women in academic science & engineering"
- Union South (see TITU)
- Presentation: 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments: 2:30-3:00pm
November 5, 2004
- American Indian Health & Science Symposium
- Encouraging American Indian students to consider medicine or science as a career, informing them about health issues of special interest to them and helping non-American Indians gain cultural competency are the goals of a half-day American Indian health and science symposium at UW-Madison on Friday, Nov. 5. [read the full story on the UW News pages...]
October 21, 2004
- Distinguished Mentors and Lectures in Computer Science
- Sponsored by Women in Computer Science (WICS) with support from the Department of Computer Sciences, the Society of Women Engineers Graduate Affairs (SWEGA) and WISELI.
- Dr. Mary Fernandez, Principal Technical Staff Member at AT&T Labs
- 4:00-5:00pm Colloquium Talk in Computer Sciences 2310
October 19, 2004
- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
- Paula T. Hammond, Ph.D., Professor of Chemical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology presents:
- "Controlled Assembly of Thin Film Nano-assemblies for Power, Display and Bioapplications"
- 4:00pm in Room 1610 Engineering Hall
- Co-sponsored by WISELI.
October 14 & 15, 2004
- Wisconsin Women in Higher Education Leadership (WWHEL)
- 2004 Fall Conference
- Confluence: Celebrating Women with Vision
- University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
- Featured speakers include:
- Josephine Reed Taylor (Senior VP of Academic & Student Affairs
- Minneapolis Community & Technical College Board)
- Dr. Virginia Valian (Distinguished Professor of Psychology & Linguistics
- Hunter College and City University of New York)
- Marilyn Kern Foxworth (CEO, Kern Foxworth International, LLC)
- Registration: www.uwec.edu/ce/wwhel/index.htm
- Contact: Lisa Theo 715-836-2316 or Susan Harrison 715-836-5927
- Cost: $140
October 13, 2004
- Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute (WISELI) Seminar
- Margaret Harrigan, UW-Madison Office of Academic Planning and Analysis, presents:
- "The Impact of Strategic Funding on Hiring Minority and Women Science Faculty at UW-Madison"
- Union South (see TITU)
- Presentation: 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments: 2:30-3:00pm
October 12, 2004
- Fall Seminar Series by Janet Bickel
- Janet Bickel, Visiting Associate Dean for Faculty in the Medical School, will be offering a fall seminar series in the new Health Sciences Learning Center building. She is a nationally-known career development coach and faculty career and diversity consultant. Although her work has focused primarily in the medical fields, the professional development seminars she is offering this fall are sure to be of interest to all. The seminars are early in the mornings to accommodate the schedules of clinical faculty--please join us if you are able! The October 12th Seminar is as follows:
- “Managing the Mentoring You Need”
- 7:00-8:30pm, 1345 HSLC
October 4, 2004
- Distinguished Mentors and Lectures in Computer Science
- 4:00-5:00pm Colloquium Talk in Computer Sciences 2310
- Dr. Barbara Ryder, Professor of Computer Science, Rutgers University
- Sponsored by Women in Computer Science (WICS) with support from the Department of Computer Sciences, the Society of Women Engineers Graduate Affairs (SWEGA) and WISELI.
September 30, 2004
- Distinguished Mentors and Lectures in Computer Science
- Dr. Dina Bitton, Founder and CTO of Callixa
- 4:00-5:00pm Colloquium Talk in Computer Sciences 2310
- Sponsored by Women in Computer Science (WICS) with support from the Department of Computer Sciences, the Society of Women Engineers Graduate Affairs (SWEGA) and WISELI.
September 27, 2004
- Plan 2008 Campus Forum
- The Missing Pieces: Student, Faculty, and Staff Retention and Success
at UW-Madison
- Plan 2008 is the UW System's initiative to increase faculty, staff and student diversity. This year marks the midway point.
- 7:30am-3:45pm
- Memorial Union (800 Langdon Street)
- Rising from Privilege to Social Justice for All: an interactive session featuring Wellesley College professor Peggy McIntosh, widely recognized for her work on white privilege, and colleagues Hugh Vasquez and Victor Lewis of New Frontiers in Diversity: Beyond Getting Along.
- Faculty are invited to encourage their students to attend this interactive session as an ethnic studies practicum.
- 9:30 - 10:45 a.m., Union Theater
- Information/Registration: http://www.diversity.wisc.edu/>www.diversity.wisc.edu
- Questions: 262-5175, rparedes@bascom.wisc.edu
- Registration deadline: 22 September
- Free lunch with preregistration
July 7, 2004
- Three conversations about MENTORNET with CEO and President CAROL MULLER
- 9:30am-2:30pm
- Conversation with Campus Leaders: 9:30-11:00am, Room 1045 Engineering Centers Building - Topics to be addressed include: Who will benefit from MentorNet? How can/should we promote this resource.
- Conversation for Students (Undergraduate and graduate): 11:30-12:30pm, Science House 1645 Linden Drive (next to Babcock) - Topics to be addressed include: Ever wonder what working in industry is like? About grad school? How you manage a career and a life? About a faculty position? Bring your lunch!
- Conversation for Faculty: 1:30pm-2:30pm, Room 1045 Engineering Centers Building - Topics to be addressed include: Need a mentor? Want to be a mentor? Want to help retain STEM students?
- Registration is requested: elc@engr.wisc.edu
- Questions: Call 263-3248
- Event Sponsors: This event is coordinated by The Engineering Learning Center and co-sponsored by DELTA, WISELI, and the HHMI New Generation Program for Scientific Teaching.
May 3, 2004
- NEW PLAY ON THE LIFE AND CAREER OF CAROLINE HERSCHEL, 18-19th century astronomer.
- 6:00pm
- The public is invited to a free reading of "Comet Hunter" - a play about the life and career of a female astronomer who helped shape the modern history of her field, discovered several comets and achieved recognition from the scientific community of her day.
- 6:00pm - reception with the playwright, Chiori Miyagawa outside the Mitchell Theatre in Vilas Hall, University Avenue and Park Street
- 7:00pm - reading of the play in the Hemsley Theatre in Vilas Hall, followed by a panel discussion.
- For more information contact Jim Lattis, Director of UW Space Place and historian of science, 263-0360.
April 26, 2004
- WISELI SEMINAR SERIES -Virginia Sapiro, Ph.D.
- 1:30-3:00pm
- Union South -- See "Today in the Union" for room assignment
- Sophonisba P. Breckinridge Professor of Political Science and Women's Studies, and Associate Vice Chancellor for Teaching and Learning
- "Through a Glass Ceiling Darkly: The Political Psychology of Not Getting to the Top"
- Presentation and Discussion 1:30-2:30 p.m., Refreshments and Networking 2:30-3:00pm
- Abstract: In explaining the continued existence of a "glass ceiling" for women who work in institutions in which men are still the vast majority of the top leaders, Virginia Sapiro will discuss the critical role these "gatekeepers" play in promoting or preventing woman's advancement. She will discuss research from across the social sciences that contributes to a better understanding of the forces that might affect the decisions gatekeepers make, sometimes despite their best intentions to promote equity, fairness, and justice.
April 5, 2004
- Oceanographer Sylvia Earle Speaks
- 7:30pm
- Oceanographer Sylvia Earle will speak as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series in the Wisconsin Union Theater. Earle is one of the most influential advocates for research and protection of the seas. One of the first females in the field of oceanic exploration, she has led 50 expeditions and spent more than 6,000 hours underwater in her 40-year career.
- Tickets are free and available to UW students, faculty, staff and Union members starting Monday, March 29, at the Union Theater Box Office, 262-2201.
- Information: 262-2216, lectureseries@union.wisc.edu
March 31, 2004
- "Prominent Women Scientists In Population Health Lecture Series:
- Colleen McHorney, Ph.D., Department of Medicine, Indiana University
- "The Past, Present, and Future of Validity Assessment for Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures."
- 12:00-1:00pm
- Room 2002 Pharmacy (Rennebohm Hall)
- This event is sponsored by the Population Health Sciences Student Organization, the Department of Population Health Sciences, and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant
March 22, 2004
- WISELI Seminar Series
- Christine Pribbenow, Ph.D., WISELI Evaluation Director
- "The Climate for Women Faculty in the Sciences and Engineering: Their Stories, Successes, and Suggestions"
- Presentation and Discussion 1:30-2:30pm; Refreshments and Networking 2:30-3:00pm
- Union South (check TITU)
March 1, 2004
- WISELI Monday Movie Matineé
- 1:30-4:30pm
- WISELI presents a viewing of the video documentary of its first year. The video runs for 35 minutes. Refreshments - including popcorn - will be served. Discussion and networking will follow.
- Please join us!
- Union South, (check TITU)
February 24, 2004
- The HHMI New Generation Program: Mentoring in the research lab
- A seminar presented by Jo Handelsman, WISELI Co-director and Prof., Plant Pathology, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Teaching Fellows.
- 3:30pm
- Room 184 Russell Labs
February 16, 2004
- "Getting our Voices Heard: Patterns of Participation in University Meetings."
- Cecilia Ford, Ph.D.
- Department of English
- Presentation and Discussion, 1:30-2:30pm
- Refreshments and Networking, 2:30-3:00pm
- Union South — See "Today in the Union" for room assignment
February 13, 2004
February 10, 2004
- "Building a Bird-Friendly Forest: Studies of Forest Fragmentation in the Boreal Forest of Canada."
- Susan J. Hannon, Ph.D.
- Dept. of Biological Sciences, University of Alberta, Canada
- 12:00-1:00pm
- 104 Russell Labs
- This event is sponsored by WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program
February 2, 2004
- GWIS Career Panel
- Graduate Women in Science present a panel of Ph.D. women scientists who will discuss the rewards and challenges of their careers.
- Reception: 5:30-6:00pm; Panel: 6:00-8:00pm
- 408 SME (Service Memorial Institute), 470 N. Charter Street
- This event is co-sponsored by GWIS, SWE and WISELI's Celebrating Women in Science and Engineering Grant Program.
January 30, 2004
2003
November 17, 2003
- "Faculty Worklife at the University of Wisconsin-Madison: Preliminary Findings"
- Jennifer Sheridan, Ph.D.
- WISELI Research Director
- Refreshments and Networking 1:30-2:00pm
- Presentation and Discussion 2:00-3:00pm
- Union South -- See "Today in the Union" for room assignment
September 22, 2003
- WISELI Seminar Series
- "Local interventions to enhance women's role in university science, 1973 versus 2003: Confessions and reflections of Stanford's long-ago special assistant to the president for women"
- Anne Miner , Ph.D., UW School of Business
- Refreshments and Networking 1:30-2:00pm
- Presentation and Discussion 2:00-3:00pm
- Union South (check TITU)
July 31, 2003
- Reception for visiting faculty from Howard University's Women's Health Institute
- Prof. Molly Carnes, co-Director of WISELI, is also Director of the Center for Women's Health and Women's Health Research. In this role, Prof. Carnes has forged an alliance with the Women's Health Institute at Howard University, and would like to invite WISELI affiliates to share in the celebration of this new relationship between the UW-Madison and Howard.
- Dr. Celia Maxwell, Director of Howard University's Women's Health Institute, will be visiting UW-Madison on July 31, along with Dr. Orlando Taylor, Dean of the Graduate School at Howard University. Prof. Carnes is hosting a reception for the visitors at 5pm in Grainger Hall. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by July 23 to Joanna Liebl via email or at 262-5239.
May 1-2, 2003
- Days of Listening and Discovery
- How can students, faculty and staff make personal contributions toward improving campus climate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison? The Provost's Office will address that key question during "Days of Listening and Discovery," a new campus climate initiative.
- Five listening sessions are scheduled for May 1 and May 2. Members of the campus community are encouraged to attend a session. Feedback from these discussions will guide planning for efforts aimed at improving campus climate.
- May 1, 2003
- 3:15pm-5:15pm
- 6:00pm-8:00pm
- May 2, 2003
- 8:30am-10:30am
- 11:00am-1:00pm
- 1:30pm-3:30pm
May 7, 2003
- WISELI Seminar
- Rima Apple, Ph.D., School of Human Ecology, will speak on:
- "Women, science, and the home: A history of women scientists' early years in academia"
- 2:30-1:00pm Informal Networking and Refreshments
- 1:00-2:00pm Presentation and Discussion
- Room 4610, Engineering Hall
May 20-22, 2003
- You are invited to attend the FORWARD to Professorship Workshop, sponsored in part by a grant for the National Science Foundation. The Workshop will be held May 20 to 22 in Washington DC.
- Focus on Reaching Women for Academics, Research and is a joint program of the George Washington and Gallaudet Universities, and is funded by a National Science Foundation ADVANCE leadership award. This workshop is provided for women and minorities who may be considering, or are currently in, a tenure track position in science, engineering or mathematics. The 2 1/2 day workshop will focus on skills, strategies and " insider information" necessary to obtain a tenure-track position, to succeed in one and advance to other positions of leadership. Any questions, please contact Yell Inverso.
April 8, 2003
- Panel discussion: Careers in Science & Engineering
- "Many Paths: a Multitude of Careers in Science & Engineering"
- 5:30pm--social and luncheon
- 6:00- 7:00 or 7:30pm--panel discussion
- 7:30pm--ending social
- Tong Auditorium (Rm. 1003) Engineering Centers Building
