Throughout SWE Detroit’s 66 years, our membership has a history of women who were pioneers in their field. Today, we continue to have women who are making history. SWE strives to support the development of a skilled technical workforce; however, we find that women continue to be significantly underrepresented in engineering. Therefore, the mission, core values, and objectives of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) are just as relevant today as they were over 66 years ago. As SWE adapts to the demands of a global environment, it continues to provide resources for the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women engineers. SWE also embraces diversity, realizing the value of contributions made by a diverse workforce.
As one of the largest grassroots sections in SWE, the Detroit Section is able to provide several programs to support its local members, as well as opportunities for future engineers to explore their potential career paths:
· Professional development programs, such as the Professional Development Conference coming in Spring 2018
· Networking activities, either with special-interest groups from highly active employers, or at technical and social family friendly meetings
· Provide opportunities for elementary to middle school-aged girls to interact with female engineers and participate in activities/hands-on demonstrations to increase their exposure to science and technology careers through Girls Exploring Engineering (GEE)
· Special Campaigns for 2018 being tracked separately (learn more about them on the SWE Detroit Blog or contact us):
o SWE 4 Life Endowed Scholarship
o Josie E. Rewald Memorial Endowed Scholarship
§The scholarship will be the first scholarship to be awarded to a student who is pursuing a STEM career via community college.
o Rewald/Perazza Teacher Recognition Endowed Program*
§ The program will recognize middle school & high school teachers/mentors for inspiring young ladies to go into engineering & technology and provide STEM kits for the classroom.
*Name not finalized
SWE-Detroit is using the following categories to acknowledge the backing and support of our members and friends.
Achieve $150+
Advance $50 to $149
Aspire $20 to $49
Remember that your donation is fully deductible under US Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3). To donate, go to www.swedetroit.org and click on the PayPal Donate Button or mail in a check. In the memo section, you may designate a program. Please contact us via email at swe_detroit@swe.orgif you have further questions. As SWE-Detroit’s programs and scholarships continue to grow, so does our need for your support.
Sincerely,
Sena Hermiz
SWE Detroit Fund Development Co-Chair SWE-Detroit Treasurer
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