Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology

Episode 38: Rachel Nelson, Marine Mammal Trainer

What's Rachel Nelson's favourite part of her job? The otters, of course! Download this episode to learn more. learn more →
Science Literacy Week: Thelma Finlayson

In celebration of Science Literacy Week, we are highlighting Thelma Finlayson, an influential and innovative entomologist who not only enabled woman to pursue opportunities they didn't see available to them, but continued to guide those who wish to pursue their paths for years after retirement. learn more →
Depictions of Women in STEM: Dr. Ellie Sattler

It’s hard to believe that Jurassic Park came out 25 years ago. In honour of that this month’s Media Depictions post is profiling feminist icon, Dr. Ellie Sattler. learn more →
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Science Literacy Week: Thelma Finlayson
September 14, 2018
In celebration of Science Literacy Week, we are highlighting Thelma Finlayson, an influential and... read more
Depictions of Women in STEM: Dr. Ellie Sattler
September 11, 2018
It’s hard to believe that Jurassic Park came out 25 years ago. In honour of that this... read more
How Mansplaining Harms Women in STEM
August 31, 2018
Howmany women out there can relate to talking about something you’re an expert in and are... read more
Hedy Lamarr: a mind that mixed arts and science
August 08, 2018
When you picture an inventor, an image of a “mad scientist” with wild hair and a lab... read more

September 20, 2018
EGEST Conference
On September 20th in Waterloo, Ontario, the Engendering Success in STEM (ESS) Consortium will hold a collaborative knowledge sharing event entitled “Excellence and Gender Equity in Science and Technology (EGEST).
September 21, 2018
IEEE WIE Tech Powered by Women (TechW) Workshop
IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is holding a workshop to train women in upcoming technology trends and promote women in leadership roles within the area of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.).
September 24, 2018
Launch it Broken Fix it Live - Put the life vest on and Jump
WiT Regatta and Vancouver Startup Week are bringing you an opportunity to get motivated and hear from a panel of entrepreneurs and executives on how they keep up momentum by focusing on "good enough" when launching their project.
September 26, 2018
Grace Hopper Celebration
The Grace Hopper Celebration is the world's largest gathering of women technologists. It is produced by AnitaB.org and presented in partnership with ACM. GHC 18 will be Sep. 26–28 in Houston, TX.
September 27, 2018
FEM IN STEM SOCIAL
Looking to meet other women working in STEM fields, make professional connections, and find some new friends? Want to have conversations with other STEM students and working professionals who you can relate to?