WiSE

The Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) program provides opportunities for actively engaging in the world through leadership, professional development, outreach, and activism. We welcome all students who are committed to helping to champion education and professional opportunities in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields.

The WiSE program is part of the Student Success Center and is led by Grisel Aguiniga Fox. Additional leadership and direction are provided by a steering committee of students, faculty, and student activities.Staff & Leadership

The WiSE program is part of the Division of Student Success and is led by Grisel Aguiniga Fox. Additional leadership and direction are provided by a steering committee of students, faculty, and student activities.

Grisel Aguiniga Fox, Director
605-394-5127
Grisel.Aguiniga@sdsmt.edu

 
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What is WiSE?

The Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) program is designed to educate, recruit, retain, and graduate academically motivated students in STEM fields.

Vision

WiSE staff members are committed to a campus culture that provides all students access to a full range of personal and professional choices, fosters agency and self-determination for all, and creates transformative experiences to help open the door of opportunity.

Program Overview

WiSE provides Mines students with support, encouragement, and information intended to help them stay in STEM fields. We offer our STEMinists, as we like to call them, a host of events and activities, including mentorship, career exploration and planning, access to professional development opportunities and conferences, and outreach opportunities. All students are welcome to take advantage of WiSE services. We’re here to support you on your STEM journey, addressing challenges people face in entering STEM fields, graduating and staying in STEM professions, and advancing to corporate leadership roles.

Open access to the WiSE Room is available Monday-Friday during normal business hours (7:30am-4:30pm) and 24/7 for students with keycard access. Please reach out to the WiSE director with any questions or to request keycard access.

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Key Components

Three key components of the program are illustrated through regular WiSE activities:

  • NETWORKING -- with peers through monthly WiSE programming and events
  • OUTREACH -- engaging K-12 students during outreach opportunities throughout the year
  • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT -- through workshops, alumni and industry speakers, as well as our annual WiSE Networking Dinner