The WIS Fundraising Gala is designed to be a "choose your own adventure" experience. There will be a number of activity stations and fundraising options to choose from, the majority of which will feature female owned and operated businesses. Some of the activity stations include: Pasta tapestry with Chef Leta Norton: Learn to create a […]
All supporters of women in science are invited to the 5th Annual Women in Science Mixer at OMSI on Wednesday, November 14 at 6PM! REGISTER NOW Our goal is to bring together the regional women in STEM community and provide a platform for connecting women from many career paths and career levels. We will have […]
Join us on April 11, 2019 at the VertueLab office in Portland, Oregon, where you’ll hear from a panel about Securing Funding for your business, and a panel of Rockstar Women Entrepreneurs who are fueling their startup ventures with fundraising, government grants, bootstrapping, and true grit. All are welcome!!! Register now and join us on April 11th. Drinks and modest […]
Badass womxn who have turned their science into successful business ventures and the funding resources that have supported them and others. About this Event Badass Womxn Entrepreneurs Coming at You Once Again! VIRTUAL COVID can't hold us down! Unfortunately our April in-person event was postponed, but that just means we'll be virtual. Women in Science […]
Badass women who have turned their science into successful business ventures and the funding resources that have supported them and others. About this Event VertueLab and Women in Science PDX are coming together again for an annual event to spotlight badass women with badass science startups. The event convenes movers and shakers with different types […]
Badass women who have turned their science into successful business ventures and the funding resources that have supported them and others. VertueLab and Women in Science PDX are celebrating the fifth year of Badass Women Entrepreneurs! This annual event spotlights badass women with badass science startups. The event convenes movers and shakers with different types […]
Do you have questions about careers in biotech and the challenges one might experience in the industry? Join us for a career panel with experts who will talk about their inspiring career journeys and challenges specific to the biotech industry. Featuring: Angel Morrow, PhD, Absci Caroline Hostetler, PhD, Mahana Therapeutics Norah Green Verbout, PhD, Aronora […]
A Conversation about Narrative Writing and Storytelling for Women in Science and Medicine. Suzanne Koven, received her B.A. in English literature from Yale and her M.D. from Johns Hopkins. She also holds an M.F.A. in nonfiction from the Bennington Writing Seminars. After her residency training at Johns Hopkins Hospital, she joined the faculty of Harvard […]
Have you ever wondered about how you could use your STEM background to make more of an impact in the field you're most passionate about? While there are many ways to make a difference in industry and academia, opportunities to apply your skills to the nonprofit realm may be more plentifyl than you think. In […]
Mentor-mentee relationships can have an incredible impact on the lives and careers of mentees and mentors alike. At this event, we aim to provide the opportunity for mentees and mentors to engage with one another to discuss their goals and career paths, and to potentially develop mentor-mentee relationships that will last beyond the scope of this event. This […]
Join us for a night of professional development and networking. Learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, get 1-on-1 resume feedback from qualified resume reviewers, and network with others from all fields and career stages in science. You can even enjoy a raffle for free WIS swag plus unlimited pizza. This event is open to […]
Navigating workplace conflicts can be challenging and uncomfortable for all involved, but is necessary to develop cohesive teams and improve working relationships. The upcoming WIS PDX Professional Development Mixer “Navigating Conflict in the Workplace” is a great resource for tackling this topic. This event will feature a talk from Mary Lind, a conflict management specialist […]
WIS PDX is excited to host a local screening of the eye-opening documentary, Picture a Scientist, on September 13. The film tells the story of biologist Nancy Hopkins, chemist Raychelle Burks, and geologist Jane Willenbring as they encounter gender inequality in science, and highlights the many barriers women in STEM face. The screening venue will […]
Join us for an insightful virtual presentation from Zoe Speidel that explores the integration of generative AI in the grant writing process. This session will provide valuable insights for trainees looking to leverage AI technology in crafting compelling grant proposals. Register HERE
Navigating workplace conflicts can be challenging and uncomfortable for all involved, but is necessary to develop cohesive teams and improve working relationships. The upcoming WIS PDX Professional Development Mixer “Navigating Conflict in the Workplace” is a great resource for tackling this topic. This event will feature a talk from Mary Lind, a conflict management specialist […]