ReSET is a D.C.-based non-profit volunteer organization that partners working and retired scientists, engineers, and technicians with elementary school teachers to improve science motivation and literacy. Our goal is to introduce children in the classroom to science, engineering and technology as being enjoyable and exciting(fun)!

Where: NIH group will meet at NIH Building 2 OITE conference room (2W15)
When: Thursday 6-21 @ 3pm.

Creating a Game-Changing Environment for All in the Industrial Workforce on

• The National Academy of Engineering would like to extend an invitation for you to participate as a guest in an upcoming National Academy of Engineering workshop Creating a Game-Changing Environment for All in the Industrial Workforce on Monday May 21, 2012 from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. The workshop’s opening plenary will be on the recently released National Science Foundation (NSF) Report on The Diversity of Science and Engineering Employment in Industry.  Jacquelina Falkenheim, Senior Analyst (and primary author of the report), National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES), National Science Foundation will speak.
• The workshop  will review the existing data and exemplary policies and programs designed to enhance the status and participation of women and underrepresented minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines with a focus on industrial careers.  This is an event for a NAE project that is focused on the status of women and underrepresented minorities in scientific and engineering industries. It will provide you with an opportunity to share your valuable perspective and experience.
• You can view the agenda and register online for the workshop.  
• The workshop will be held at the National Academies’ Keck Center, Room 204, 500 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. There is free visitor parking on 6^th Street between E and F Streets, NW and we are located 1 block from Judiciary Square Metro Stop and 2 blocks from Gallery Place – Chinatown Metro Stop.
• Given  your demanding schedules and the short timeline of this invitation you may not be able to participate, but please share this invitation with your colleagues as appropriate. If you have any questions regarding the workshop or our invitation, please do not hesitate to contact Catherine Didion at cdidion@nas.edu, telephone 202-334-1737.

When: April 25, 2012
Time:   6:30pm- 8:00pm
Where: AAAS Building
Register:http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3371731941

Overview:
In her new book, “The Well-Spoken Woman,” speech coach Chris Jahnke of Positive Communications, shares behind-the-scenes tips on speaking, messaging, and even appearance to help all women express their ideas with confidence. AWIS DC is fortunate to host an evening public speaking workshop with Chris Jahnke.

About Chris Jahnke:

Over the past 20 years, Chris Jahnke has helped people from all walks of life stand and deliver before audiences large and small. A Washington, D.C.-based speech coach, Chris prepped First Lady Michelle Obama for her International Olympic Committee speech and Al Franken for his U.S. Senate debates.

A political communications specialist, Chris has coached more women candidates and elected officials than any other trainer. She was an advisor to Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign and every four years Chris is backstage at the Democratic National Convention, helping dozens of party leaders, celebrities, and real people look good on TV.

Chris has worked with women CEOs at companies as diverse as the National Geographic Channel to NASCAR. She provides strategic message development to leading nonprofits including: The Annie E. Casey Foundation; Cornell University; Economic Policy Institute; Greenpeace; International Rescue Committee; Open Society Institute; Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health; Union of Concerned Scientists; and United Nations Population Fund.

Please RSVP as soon as possible. This should be a great event for those of you who are looking to become more comfortable and confident in front of audiences of any size.

Space is limited please register at:
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3371731941

For more information on Christine Jahnke and her book:

http://www.wellspokenwoman.com/

We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear Members,

Unfortunately the Lily Whiteman event on Wednesday, April 25th has been postponed until further notice. She will be out of town on a family emergency.

We are trying to schedule another speaker for the date but the details are still being formalized.

Please sign-up for our mailing list or come back to this site for updates!!

Sorry for any inconvenience.
AWIS-DC

Association for Women in Science New Year’s Networking Party!

Get into the spirit of the season with the Association for Women in Science! Network with colleagues in STEM fields!

Wednesday, January 18, 2012
6:30-8:30 pm
AAAS 6th Floor Atrium
1200 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC

Bring lots of business cards and holiday cheer…and make a new contact for the New Year!
Please RSVP to awisdc@gmail.com by January 13, 2012.

Hosted by the Baltimore, Bethesda, and Washington, DC Metropolitan Chapters of AWIS and the AAAS Center for Careers

Networking Dinner at Founding Farmers Restaurant on March 10 (6:45-8:30pm)

Thursday, March 10 (6:45-8:30 pm)
1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Metro: Farragut West & Foggy Bottom

Join us for delicious food and drinks with friends and colleagues on March 10! Located just three blocks west of the White House, Founding Farmers has a farmhouse feeling created by old wood decor and comfortable seating where family and friends can gather and enjoy a great meal.
Founding Farmers is a Certified Green Restaurant™ as recognized by the Green Restaurant Association for eco-friendly operations. Come by to meet new members, catch up with seasoned members, and enjoy one of Washington’s most loved restaurants.

Please RSVP to Jamie Whitacre at awisdc@gmail.com by Monday, March 7th.