K-12 Outreach Planning Meeting

Ice Cream and Outreach!

Join your fellow SWE members on the outreach committee who want to increase student interest in the engineering profession or who just enjoy working with kids. At this meeting, we will determine which outreach events we want to pursue for the 2010-2011 fiscal year and try to match coordinators and volunteers with these activities. In the past these activities have included Girl Scout workshops, "Wow! That's Engineering!" workshops, science fair judging, merit certificate presentations, speakers bureau, job shadowing, and special events like Engineer's Week.

If you are interested in participating in any of the outreach programs for next year, please attend this meeting. This is a great way to get more involved with SWE-Boston, make new friends and professional contacts, and share your passion for engineering.

Location: SWE Member's home in Newton, MA (Directions will be provided when you RSVP)

Cost: Free (Ice Cream and toppings will be served)

RSVP by August 1 via Acteva

www.sweboston.org
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=206035 

Any questions can be directed to swebos@sweboston.org.

 

 

NAVIGATING CHANGE: MANAGING PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSITIONS (WEST)

WEST/Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology
 
TITLE: "NAVIGATING CHANGE: MANAGING PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL TRANSITIONS"
DATE: Tuesday July 20, 2010

TIME: 5:30pm-9:00pm
 
LOCATION:Riverfront Office Park, Ground Floor Conference Room
One Main Street, Cambridge MA, 02142
(Corner of Main St. and Memorial Drive., Near Kendall Square T stop)
 
HOST: WEST/Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology

 
REGISTRATION AND MORE INFO: 
www.WESTorg.org
 
DESCRIPTION:
 
Has your funding been cut back, but you're expected to continue delivering at the same level? Have you taken a new position with different responsibilities? Has the last reorganization presented you with your third new manager this year? Has your company ever been acquired? Are you excited by change - or do you dread it? 
 
In this participatory workshop you will learn strategies for not just surviving, but flourishing in times of change. Whether you are dealing with a personal or organizational change, this interactive session will hep you navigate the dynamics of change and what you can do to manage the transitions.
 
You will become more savvy in understanding:
 
- Why you are reacting the way you are
- How to get the information you and your group need to anticipate the impact of change
- How to let go of what was, and to embrace what will be
- How to be proactive in the process of change
- How to survive and thrive through the transition
 
The workshop will utilize and provide:
 
- Research on the dynamics of change and transitions
- Scenarios that illustrate real work dilemmas and challenges
- Small group discussions that generate practical and smart solutions
- Navigational tips and useful take awaysmdinglasa@gmail.com

WEST/Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology

WEST/Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology

TITLE: "CREATING YOUR PROFESSIONAL "BRAND" USING SOCIAL NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY"
DATE: Tuesday July 13, 2010

TIME: 5:30pm-9:00pm

LOCATION:Riverfront Office Park, Ground Floor Conference Room
One Main Street, Cambridge MA, 02142
(Corner of Main St. and Memorial Drive., Near Kendall Square T stop)

HOST: WEST/Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology

REGISTRATION AND MORE INFO:
http://www.westorg.org/

DESCRIPTION:
Do you think of yourself as a global professional? If not, you should! Using today's social networking platforms, such as LinkedIn and Facebook, your professional reach and collaboration potential are vastly expanded. Join us to learn about leveraging these new technologies to gain your global voice and establish your visible professional "brand." We will cover:

- What you need to know about social networking today
- Why networking is important for today's professional
- Virtual networking and networking etiquette
- Keeping yourself safe online - the common sense rules of data privacy
- Defining your strategy so you can measure success
- Choosing the right tools to meet your goals
- Creating and maintaining your professional "brand"

AHA will hold its Start! Heart Walk in Boston, MA

American Heart Association Walk

On Saturday, September 11, 2010, the AHA will hold its Start! Heart Walk in Boston, MA.

Saturday, September 11 DCR Hatch Shell on the Charles River
Registration: 8:30AM
Opening Ceremonies: 9:30AM
Walk Start!: 10:00AM


1, 2 or 6 mile routes are available and all are handicap and stroller accessible. There are hydration stations and restrooms located all along the way, stocked with beverages and snacks.

There will be many children's activities at the Boston Heart Walk including bouncy tents, face painting and more.

If you are interested in participating with SWE Boston Member Taryn Jensen please email tj14inne@hotmail.com for details.

Future City Competition

Future City Competition

Future City is a competition that urges middle school students to dig deep into their imaginations and create a dream world, and then switch hats to show the world that through innovative technology and engineering, their dream world is possible. The students initially create their world using Sim City 4 software and then build a scale model of a section of their city using recycled products. The students prepare a presentation and brainstorm answers to any question people might ask about their creation. In addition, students are asked to answer an essay question typically aimed at encouraging them to think of a way to make the world a better place. This year, they are asked to develop a conceptual cure to a major world disease.

It starts up around now (though most schools don't start until the fall), winds up the weekend after MLK Day regionally and one team goes to the finals in Washington DC. Last year, the winners met the President. The winners also get to go to Space Camp.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Denise Griffin at denisegri@alumni.tufts.edu for details.
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Casting Call for Female Engineering Students

"Nerd Girls"
Casting Call for Female Engineering Students


Do you want to use your engineering skills to make a difference? Do you want to change the way the world views women in engineering? Do you want to be a part of a major movement to provide young girls with positive role models, while building an amazing resume?

The Nerd Girls are now casting for the NEW TV SERIES produced by MPH Entertainment, best known for their Emmy-nominated hit show "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan." Dr. Karen Panetta, founder of Nerd Girls, has been encouraging young women to change their world through science, technology, engineering and math, all while embracing their feminine power, and she wants you to join her team!

If you think you have what it takes to tell the world, "Hey, I'm a Nerd Girl, and it's awesome!" then submit a video. Join us on our mission to show the beauty of brains.

What is a Nerd Girl? YOU are. Check us out: http://www.nerdgirls.com/

Press Release Details: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/producers-of-dog-whisperer-casting-its-new-reality-pilot-nerd-girls-95309059.html