Women in STEM

A society which promotes inclusivity for people in STEM, provides a platform and opportunities for underrepresented people within the community, and inspires people to work and study in STEM.
Memberships are frozen due to society elections - please check back here later
Pleased to be partnering with Bright Network, Gradcracker and SheCanCode
Please see our Resources Tab for information on our WhatsApp Group

 

WHO ARE WE?

Hi there! If you’re on this page it must mean you’re passionate about STEM… we are too! Our society was created to promote inclusivity and provide a platform for a supportive environment for underrepresented people in STEM, as well as to provide opportunities, inspire and educate all individuals to work or study in STEM fields.

Our society focuses on reaching out to women, however all of our events and socials are open to anybody who is passionate about celebrating STEM!

 

OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

Our main aim is to promote inclusivity in STEM, whilst providing a supportive environment. We wish to provide opportunities to learn more about STEM, to teach others about STEM and to inspire others to work or study STEM subjects. A key focus of ours is targeting diversity and inclusion within the STEM industry and helping members wherever we can - whether that be career-wise or with university!

 

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

🏆 Society of the Year 2021-2022

 

🏅 Runners up for the Committee Excellence Award at the 2023 NSVAs

🏅 Finalists for the Bright Network Diversity and Inclusion Award 2021 & 2022 (read about it on Rebel)


🏆 Most Active Society 2022-2023

🏆 Raising and Giving Award 2020-2021

🏆 Most Community Focused 2020-2021

 

🌟 Gold Standards 2023-2024

🌟 Gold Standards 2022-2023

🌟 Gold Standards 2021-2022

🌟 Gold Standards 2020-2021

 

Liked by 30+ STEM-focused companies nationwide on Gradcracker

 

WHAT WILL YOUR MEMBERSHIP GET YOU?


1. A supportive and welcoming group of like-minded individuals!

We hold a lot of welfare and wellbeing events alonside career and study events. WiSTEM was created with the intention of having a safe space where individuals can have their voices heard – our messages are always open. We have a Whatsapp community (available in the Resources tab if you are logged in) and a Facebook group that is active throughout the year.

2. Keep up-to-date with current events and opportunities within the STEM industry!

Your membership gives you access to an exclusive weekly newsletter that gives you information on opportunities, talks, webinars and workshops to broaden your skills and knowledge outside of your degree, and provide experience for your CV. 

3. Make a difference in the community!

We host volunteering and fundraising events for meaningful charities that aim to support STEM education and women's safety. In 2021, we won the Raising and Giving award and raised £975 –  we aim to raise more each year!

 

 

 

4. Gain confidence in networking and meeting other successful women in STEM!

We host networking events, ‘How-To’ sessions and panel discussions so you can learn how to network and put your new skills into practice.

5. Friends and fun!

We’re not just about the educational stuff – we host lots of socials, quizzes, games nights and even study sessions throughout the year. Look out for events on our Events tab above (also on the Essex SU What’s On page), our Huzzle (read an article about us on Huzzle here), and our social media (scroll down for links).

 

Any questions? Want to find out more or talk to someone? Please message us on any of our platforms (scroll down for links) or alternatively, drop us an email at wistemessex@outlook.com (external email address to the university). 

 

 

OUR PLATFORMS

 

Drop us an email at wistemessex@outlook.com if you have any queries

 

Join our Huzzle (careers website) page to stay updated with what we do: Huzzle 

Follow us on Gradcracker (careers website): Gradcracker

Sign up to Bright Network (you will be supporting WiSTEM through our referral link!): Signup | Bright Network

 

Join our WhatsApp community through the link in the Resources tab (you will need to be logged in to do this)

Join our Facebook Group: Facebook

Follow us on Instagram: Instagram

Follow us on LinkedIn: LinkedIn

Follow us on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/essexwistem

 

If you would like to get in touch with the society through email, please use our society email address (wistemessex@outlook.com) and not the essex.ac.uk email addresses of the committee members below (unless if your concern is regarding welfare). This ensures that your request regarding the society will be responded to. Thank you. 

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Upcoming events

Women in STEM Logo Bingo and Board Games
14th November 6:30pm - 8:30pm
NTC 1.03
Join us for free STEM-themed bingo and board games, with snacks!
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo WiSTEM Hybrid Study Sessions
16th November 2pm - 4pm
NTC 1.01 or Microsoft Teams
Catch up on your studies with company in a calm atmosphere
Society Event
Online Wildlife Volunteering
20th November 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Microsoft Teams
Join us on fun wildlife activities from the comfort of your home
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo CV & Cover Letter Workshop
21st November 6:30pm - 8:30pm
LTB3
Learn to write effective applications and receive tailored feedback
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo WiSTEM Hybrid Study Sessions
23rd November 2pm - 4pm
NTC 1.01 or Microsoft Teams
Catch up on your studies with company in a calm atmosphere
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo Roundtable Discussion Fundraiser
26th November 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Atrium
Join our inclusive roundtable to explore current topics
Society Event
Online Wildlife Volunteering
27th November 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Microsoft Teams
Join us on fun wildlife activities from the comfort of your home
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo WiSTEM Hybrid Study Sessions
30th November 2pm - 4pm
NTC 1.01 or Microsoft Teams
Catch up on your studies with company in a calm atmosphere
Society Event
Women in STEM Logo WiSTEM Hybrid Study Sessions
7th December 2pm - 4pm
NTC 1.01 or Microsoft Teams
Catch up on your studies with company in a calm atmosphere
Society Event

Elections

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Committee Elections No elections are currently running