Join the State College Chapter at Penn State University in State College, PA for the 102nd Annual Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) National Conference: “Come Together: The Importance of Connection.”
WHEN: Thursday, June 22nd through Saturday, June 24th, 2023
WHERE: The HUB-Robeson Center at Penn State University in State College, PA
WHO: This event is open to GWIS members and non-members, including undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and professionals of all genders.
COST: $125 for Penn State Students, $175 for other students, $250 for professionals, free registration for virtual Thursday/Friday attendees. There will be NO virtual option on Saturday.
If you would like to attend the conference, please register by Thursday, June 1st at 11:59 PM.
If you would like to give a quick talk presentation, present a poster, or submit a proposal for a Diverse Experiences in STEM talk, you must attend the conference in person, and please submit your abstract by Monday, May 22nd at 11:59 PM.
Opportunities to present scholarly work during our quick talk session and/or poster session. For more information, see the call for abstracts below.
- Professional development workshops and panels about science communication and outreach
- Career exploration panels and breakout sessions, with representatives from industry, government, academia, and other science careers
- A series of “Diverse Experiences in STEM” talks, illuminating the positive influence of community in individual experiences as scientists. For more information, see the call for abstracts below.
- A keynote address by mathematician and diversity advocate Dr. Pamela Harris
- A book discussion with Rachel Pastan, author of In the Field
- Networking events to connect participants with other scientists and members of GWIS in chapters from across the country!
Event Schedule
Thursday, June 22nd, 2023
- National Council Meeting
Friday, June 23rd, 2023
- Grand Chapter Meeting
- Self-Guided Tours & Activities at:
- Arboretum at Penn State
- Palmer Museum of Art
- Penn State’s Berkey Creamery
- Outreach workshop
- In the Field book discussion with Rachel Pastan
- Welcome/Alumni dinner at India Pavilion
Saturday, June 24th, 2023
- Poster Sessions
- Quick Talk Presentations
- Career exploration panel and breakout sessions
- Science communication workshop
- Diverse Experiences in STEM talks
- Keynote Speaker
- Banquet