February 4, 2025
UW IEEE WIE (Women in Engineering) is starting up a peer mentorship program called EmpowerHer. It is aimed to connect women in UW’s ECE department and develop community among the undergraduate + graduate students.
Timeline:
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Mentor application deadline: Feb 14th @ 11:59Mentor selection notification: end of FebruaryEmpowerHer Kickoff: Apr 3rdMentor-Mentee meetings: Spring Quarter
Mentors and mentees will be matched by the IEEE WIE officer team based on common interests and goals for the mentorship.
We will have a kick-off event where you can get to know your mentor/mentee, then you can meet up with them to do various activities of your choosing such as to study, interview practice, or just chat!
We are currently looking for mentors to take part in the program! Graduate students and graduating seniors, you are invited to fill out the following form with your information if you are interested in taking part in EmpowerHer: https://forms.office.com/r/5pSDRzSPmx
Why you should consider becoming a mentor:
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Leadership Development → Build essential mentorship, guidance, and coaching skills.Communication & Public Speaking → Improve clarity and confidence in explaining concepts.Resume Booster → Strengthen job/internship applications with leadership & volunteer experience.Build Friendships & Support Networks → Connect with like-minded peers and women in STEM (both other mentors and mentees!)Create a Culture of Support → Help peers navigate academic and career challenges. You can be a source of inspiration for female-identifying undergraduates
If you have any questions, please contact us at ieeewie@uw.edu
Those who are interested in being a mentee, the sign-up form will be sent out in the coming weeks.
IEEE WIE Team