By amonssen on March 27, 2012
The University of Limerick (UL) with over 11,500 students and 1,300 staff is an energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensures that they capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. […]
By amonssen on March 27, 2012
* Please note this Event has been cancelled* Presentation Details Date: Thursday April 19th, 2012 Time: 6:30-9:30pm, presentation starts at 7pm Place: YWCA, 535 Hornby St Vancouver BC Presented by Winnie Lai & Lauren Kulokas Winnie Lai comes from a diverse background including studies in Engineering Physics as well as Commerce at the University of British […]
By amonssen on March 27, 2012
The Talent Advantage: How to Thrive in the Face of Change Are you top talent? Discover five strategies that you can employ immediately to help you become top talent during turbulent times. Please join CanWIT on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 for a CanWIT BC exclusive lunch event with award-winning keynote speaker, Dr. Nancy MacKay, the […]
By amonssen on March 27, 2012
CHARM is a research project that together with General Motors of Canada, is exploring ways of deploying robots in manufacturing environments to enhance workers’ capabilities and make production lines more flexible. CHARM (Collaborative, Human-focused, Assistive Robotics for Manufacturing) is led by University of British Columbia (UBC) mechanical engineering professor Elizabeth Croft. A leading expert in the cutting-edge field […]
By kdennert on March 27, 2012
“The folks at the NSF understand that you shouldn’t be penalized or lose a chance to advance in your career because you are taking care of a new child or a mom or dad who’s gotten sick,” said Michelle Obama in a White House speech. A new plan from the National Science Foundation allows scientists […]
By kdennert on March 27, 2012
The traditional concept of “command-and-control” leadership is fading out and it is being replaced with a leadership style that relies on influence, not authority. Businesses want leaders that will motivate, build teams, show appreciation to employees and exhibit emotional intelligence, among other traits. Women may have unique personality traits that naturally align with this new leadership […]
By anoushka on March 15, 2012
****This event has been postponed. Please contact SCWIST for more information ****** Special Event: Information Technology & How Its Changing Our World SCWIST is partnering with Electronic Arts to hold a special panel discussion on the impact of information technology (IT) on work and society. Hear from leading experts about IT-led innovations in health, […]
By anoushka on March 15, 2012
Social media is a crucial part of today’s society and most of us experience it on a daily basis. Learn more on how to successfully increase your online presence and relationships using available tools and popular services, such as Email, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Youtube. Marketing guru, Guy Steeves from Constant Contact, will be facilitating […]
By amonssen on March 15, 2012
Carla Fehr (Waterloo) is giving a talk for us this Friday, March 16th @ 3pm in BUCH A102. “ALONE IN A CROWDED ROOM: IGNORANCE, OBJECTIVITY, AND WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING” Abstract: Improving gender diversity in science and engineering has more than ethical and economic benefits. It helps communities produce excellent research. I argue that for […]
By amonssen on March 15, 2012
We are pleased to confirm that Ms. Catherine Roome has been selected as the recipient of the 2012 Award for the Support of women in the Engineering Profession. We extend our sincere congratulations to Ms. Roome on this exceptional accomplishment! This national award is one of eight awards presented annually by Engineers Canada. It recognizes engineers […]
