Events

You don’t have to be a current AWIS DC member to attend some of our programs. Sign up for our next event and stop by our welcome table to get more information about joining our chapter.

  • Wed
    18
    Jan
    2012
    6:30 pmAAAS Building

    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

  • Sat
    25
    Feb
    2012
    1:00 pmNational Museum of Natural History
    We kicked-off the year with a successful New Year's networking party and we would like to continue some of the dialogue at our next event. On Saturday, February 25, Jodi Wesemann, Ph.D. and Immediate Past Treasurer for AWIS National will be facilitating the AWIS Work|Life Satisfaction Workshop from 1:00-5:00 pm at the National Museum of Natural History.
     
    Balancing work and life is often challenging for women, regardless of occupation, level of education, or income bracket. On February 25, Jodi Wesemann will lead an interactive workshop developed by AWIS National, with support from the Elsevier Foundation, to help its members become better at finding their comfort zones within their sometimes competing and ever-changing interests and obligations. AWIS recognizes that every woman is different and this workshop will help those who attend put their priorities where their values are.
    The workshop is open to a limited number of attendees so please be sure to RSVP by February 20 to awisdc@gmail.com! Pre-registration is required!

  • Wed
    25
    Apr
    2012
    6:30 pmAAAS Building
    Express your ideas with confidence.

    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 at AAAS on Wednesday, April 25 at 6:30. 

    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.

     

    Again, 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.

     

    We look forward to seeing you there!

  • Wed
    06
    Jun
    2012
    6:00 pmAria Pizzeria & Bar

    We hope you all had a great holiday weekend! Continuing this spirit of fun and work, we are pleased to announce and invite you all to our next 'Happy Hour' event on June 6th at Aria Pizzeria & Bar from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

    Besides networking and enjoying each other's company, we will also have the pleasure of getting some useful information regarding job opportunities from Joanne Espinoza from SAIC (Staffing Manager, College & Diversity | ISR Group).

    Please see below for venue and RSVP details:

    Please RSVP to: alkaprasad@live.com

    Aria Pizzeria & Bar
    Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
    13th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue
    (202) 312-1250
    http://ariapizzeria.com/
    Blue or Orange Line to Federal Triangle Metro station

    Hope to see you all there....!!!

  • Wed
    20
    Jun
    2012
    6:30 pmAAAS Building

    The economy is perking up (finally!), which might signal that this is a great time to make a job or career change. If you're looking for a new job or still searching for your first job, join AWIS DC and AWIS Bethesda at AAAS on Wednesday, April 25th to hear Lily Whiteman's tips on finding a top-paying federal job. Lily Whiteman is known for her successful book "How to Land a Top-Paying Federal Job," a resource that provides strategies for getting a job in government or in the private sector. We are excited to have Lily Whiteman speak at this upcoming event where she will also be signing copies of her book.

    You can learn more about Lily Whiteman and learn about her book here: igotthejob.net

    Questions? Please contact AWIS DC at awisdc [-at-] gmail.com

  • Sat
    23
    Jun
    2012
    8:30 amThompson Boat Center

    Join your fellow AWIS members and friends for kayaking on the Potomac River on Saturday, June 23 at 8:30 am at the Thompson Boat Center in Georgetown. Morning is a great time to be out on the river and enjoy the historic sites and natural scenery. Never Kayaked? No problem! It is really very easy and we’re happy to assist you. We will meet at the boat center and plan to Kayak for one hour.

    Single and double kayaks are available ($10 and $17 for one hour respectively) as well as canoes ($12 per hour).

    Breakfast snacks will be provided.

    What to bring:

    A change of clothes (plan to get a little wet), sunscreen, and water. Bring a friend or family member!

    Directions: http://www.thompsonboatcenter.com/ The boat center is located at the intersection of Virginia Avenue and Rock Creek Parkway. There is a parking lot with coin metered parking. It is also accessible by foot via K Street. RSVP: Please RSVP at awisdc@gmail.com

    Rain date: In the event of inclement weather we will contact you and reschedule for Saturday, June 30th.

    We look forward to seeing you there! 

  • Tue
    07
    Aug
    2012
    6:30 pmAAAS Building

    “Yoga In The Work Place”!!!
    Date of the event: August 7th 2012
    Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
    Venue: AAAS Building, 1200 New York Ave, NW DC. 2nd floor conference room.
    Seats Available : 30
    Attire: Come in your usual work clothes
    Fees: Members Free and Non members 5$
    Please RSVP to: alkaprasad@live.com

  • Mon
    10
    Sep
    2012
    6:30 pmAAAS Building

    Please join us for this great talk! Afterwards light refreshments will be served with some food, while we network! 

    Topic: 
    “Multi-sensory detection systems with multivariate data analysis for Navy applications” 

    September 10 
    6:30-7:30 PM Lecture 
    7:30-8:30pm Networking 

    Venue: 
    AAAS Building, Abelson room on the second floor 
    200 New York Avenue Northwest 
    Washington, DC 20005 

    Nearest Metro station: Metro Center (Orange Line) 

  • Thu
    25
    Oct
    2012
    6:00 pmAAAS Building

    Featuring Lily Whiteman, Author of the Book “How to Land a Top-Paying Federal Job”

    In this enlightening, engaging, and information-packed seminar, you will learn how to find federal openings; impress hiring managers online, on paper, and in person; negotiate salaries; and quickly climb the federal career ladder. This guidance incorporates tips from more than 100 federal managers as well as from Lily Whiteman’s experience coaching hundreds of professionals into new and better jobs.

    Please join us for a light refreshments, a presentation by Lily Whiteman, and networking.

    AAAS

    1200 New York Ave, NW

    Abelson Conference Room, 2nd Floor

    6:00PM light refreshments and networking

    6:30PM presentation and Q&A session with Lily Whiteman

    Lily will provide universal tips to improve your cover letter, resume, and interview skills as well as specific guidance for Federal positions. We hope that you can join us!

    ABOUT LILY WHITEMAN

    Lily Whiteman is the author of How to Land a Top-Paying Federal Job(Amacom Books, 2012); the careers columnist of Federal Times; and a federal science writer. She has climbed the career ladder at six federal agencies, including the White House Conference on Aging and the Vice President’s National Partnership for Reinventing Government.

  • Thu
    31
    Jan
    2013
    6:30 pmAAAS Building

    Association for Women in Science and AAAS Center for Careers Present A New Year’s Networking Event!
    Thursday, January 31, 2013
    6:30-8:30 pm
    AAAS 6th Floor Atrium
    1200 New York Ave NW
    Bring lots of business cards and holiday cheer...and make a new contact for the New Year!
    Please RSVP to awisdc@qmail.com by January 24, 2013.

  • Thu
    28
    Feb
    2013
    5:30 pmAAAS Building

    Mentoring Circles Kick-off
    In partnership with Women in Bio and the AAAS Center for Careers

    February 28, 2013
    AAAS Building
    1200 New York Ave, NW
    Washington DC, 20005
    Metro Center (Blue, Orange, and Red lines) 

    Featuring Dr. Donna Dean, author of
    “Getting the Most out of Your Mentoring Relationships: A Handbook for Women in STEM (Mentoring in Academia and Industry)”

    5:30 PM:  Light refreshments and networking
    6:30PM:  Keynote address by Dr. Donna Dean
    7:30PM:  Initial meeting of 2013 Mentoring Circles 

    Cost for Reception:
    AWIS DC Members:  $5 before February 20, 2013;  $10 after
    Non-AWIS DC Members (for this event only):  $35 before February 20, 2013;  $40 after

    ***non-members please contact awisdc@gmail.com to register

  • Wed
    13
    Mar
    2013
    6:00 pmZorba's Cafe - Dupont Circle

    "You're One of a Kind, Your Career Opportunity Should Be Too"
    Rachel Bihy - Senior Marketing Writer (Aerotek)

    She will be discussing a variety of the following:
    • DC Metro Area Scientific Employment Statistics and Data
    • Staffing Industry Overview
    • About Aerotek and Aerotek Scientific
    • Areas of Opportunity
    • Best Practices for a Job Search
    • What makes one candidate stand out over another?
    • Social Networking
    • Tips for a Successful Interview
    Please arrive at 6PM to buy your dinner and head upstairs for networking.  The talk will begin at 6:30.
  • Wed
    17
    Apr
    2013
    6:00 pmAAAS Building

    Come network with fellow AWIS members and hear Dr. Shirley Malcom discuss her experience as part of the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

    April 17, 2013
    6:00PM Networking
    6:30PM Presentation by Dr. Shirley Malcom
    Please follow the link to RSVP!

    Come network with fellow AWIS members and hear Dr. Shirley Malcom discuss her experience as part of the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

    April 17, 2013
    6:00PM Networking
    6:30PM Presentation by Dr. Shirley Malcom
    Refreshments will be provided.

    This event will take place on the second floor of the AAAS building, 1200 New York Ave, NW. The closest metro is Metro Center.

    For more information on Dr. Shirley Malcom and the UN Commission on the Status of Women please click here:http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2011/0328un_malcom.shtml

  • Sat
    27
    Jul
    2013
    5:30 pmAria Pizzeria & Bar

      We are pleased to invite you all to our next ‘Happy Hour’ event on July 26th at Aria Pizzeria & Bar from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Besides networking and enjoying each other’s company, good food, we will also have the pleasure of getting some useful information regarding job opportunities from Joanne Espinoza from SAIC.

    We hope you can make it!

    Cheers,
    Association For Women In Science- Metropolitan DC Chapter

    PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

     
  • Wed
    14
    Aug
    2013
    6:00 pmAAAS Building, 1200 New York Ave NW

    Dear AWIS-DC Members and Friends,

    Please join AWIS Bethesda, AWIS DC, and the AAAS Center for Careers for an interactive evening with AWIS  member Dr. Sherry Marts based on material from The Book of How: Answers to Life’s Most Important Question.Appetizers will be served at 6PM with the discussion beginning around 6:30PM.

    This will be more than a typical “author talk.” You’ll explore the question of “How?” through exercises, practices, and lively discussion. The Book of How answers the single question that other self-awareness books typically fail to answer. That question is, How? When you know how you end up where you don’t want to be, and how to get where you want to go, then you can get off any rutted dead end road that stops you. The Book of How provides clear specific instructions how to find - or even build - a new road. 

    To partially offset the costs of our program, we have a registration fee of $5 for members and $8 for nonmembers, payable via Eventbrite. The first FIVE AWIS DC members to register and complete their payment will receive a complementary Kindle eBook edition of The Book of HowThe book is also available in print and as an eBook for Kobo.

    More information can be found about the book and Dr. Marts at:

    Thebookofhow.com
    Smartsconsulting.com

    We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!

  • Wed
    18
    Sep
    2013
    5:30 pmAAAS Building - 1200 New York Ave, NW

    In response to our latest survey, we are launching an annual Career Development Workshop series.Our first event will be a USAJobs.gov Federal Resume Workshop led by The Resume Place, Inc. on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the AAAS Building, 1200 New York Ave, NW.. Join us for light refreshments and networking at 5:30 pm before the workshop.

    Course Description: In 90 minutes, you will gain insight into how to write a competitive science federal resume and how to match your resume toward a USAJOBS vacancy announcement.

    What you will learn:

    • How to write a competitive federal resume
    • How to answer the self-assessment questionnaires
    • How to analyze keywords and specialized experience for your federal resume
    • How to present and organize your education, dissertation, research projects, research assistant positions in the federal resume.
    • How to write about your knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies in the federal resume.

    They will also be selling their book, Federal Resume Guidebook, at the workshop.

    For federal employees seeking advancement or career change in government. Includes specialized chapters for Senior Executive Services, Contract Specialists, Human Resources, Program & Management Analysts, Information Technology Specialists, and Administrative careers. Library Journal lists this book as one of Top 20 Career Books Requested by Libraries in America for 2009.

    Click on the link below for more information:
    AWIS Workshop Description Emily Troutman Sept 18

    Members: $5 registration fee, please RSVP here
    Nonmembers: $20 registration fee, please RSVP here or join DC AWIS for only $15! Email us to get connected.

  • Thu
    17
    Oct
    2013
    5:30 pmVapiano Chinatown - 623-625 H St NW

    Thanks everyone for making our first annual Mentoring Circles program a success! Come celebrate and share your experiences with other groups at our Happy Hour Finale event on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 5:30 pm. If you weren't able to join our program this cycle, come by and talk to participants from this year to hear their experiences. Hope to see you all there!

    VAPIANO CHINATOWN

    623-625 H Street N.W.
    Washington, DC 20001
    P. 202-621-7636
     
  • Mon
    30
    Dec
    2013
  • Wed
    29
    Jan
    2014
    5:30 pmAAAS Building, 1200 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC
  • Thu
    27
    Feb
    2014
    5:30 pmVapiano’s, 623 H St NW, Washington, DC 20001
  • Thu
    03
    Apr
    2014
    5:30 pmKoshland Museum
  • Tue
    27
    May
    2014
    5:30 pmBarcode Restaurant & Lounge 1101 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

    Come network with special guest: Susan LoCurto Schechter from Kelly Government Solutions

  • Wed
    25
    Jun
    2014
    5:30 pmAAAS Building 1200 New York Ave, NW, Washington, DC

    We are halfway through our 2014 Mentoring Circles Program!

    Please join us as we meet to share what our groups have accomplished and brainstorm ways to continue making the program a success!

    You do not have to be a Mentoring Circles participant to attend!

    $5 for members, $15 for non-members

    Click here to register

    • 5:30 PM:  Light refreshments and networking with fellow AWIS members
    • 6:00 PM:  Brief updates from Mentoring Circles Group Leaders
    • 6:30 PM:  Brainstorming activities
      • you WILL meet someone new
      • you WILL learn about the benefits of the program (for future members)
      • you WILL learn what mentoring activities have been successful
      • you WILL learn how to improve your own mentoring relations
      • you WILL have a chance to give direct feedback on the program
    • 7:30 PM:  Closing remarks and continued networking
  • Sat
    28
    Jun
    2014
    6:00 pmAria Pizzeria and Bar: Address: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

    Meet and Greet with AWIS Nationals! 

  • Mon
    26
    Jan
    2015
    5:30 pmAAAS Building, 1200 New York Ave., NW, Washington DC, 20005

    Please join us for the Mentoring Circles Kick-off event to begin the 2015 mentoring circles program.

     Mentoring Circles Kick-off

     January 26, 2015

    AAAS Building

    1200 New York Ave., NW

    Washington DC, 20005

    Metro Center (Blue, Orange, and Red lines)

     5:30 PM: Light refreshments and networking

     6:00 PM: Presentation on building mentoring relationships by Dr. Ofelia Olivero, a talented scientist, passionate mentor, and our very own Vice President for Membership.

     7:00 PM: Introduction of the 2015 Mentoring Circles.  You will meet your mentoring group and group leader, and schedule your first meeting.

    Register for the event using Eventbrite: (click here)

     

  • Mon
    16
    Mar
    2015
    6;30 PMAAAS Building 1200 New York Ave., NW Washington DC, 20005
    with AXA Advisors
    Presentation by Philip Monnier, Financial Consultant
    In collaboration with the Bethesda AWIS Chapter
     
     
    Monday, March 16, 2015
     
    AAAS Building
    1200 New York Ave., NW
    Washington DC, 20005
    Metro Center (Blue, Orange, and Red lines)
     
     
    6:30 PM: Refreshments and networking

    7:00 PM: Interactive presentation by Philip Monnier on personal financial planning, including discussions on saving for retirement, preparing for large purchases, and answering questions that you have.

    AWIS Members: $5
    Non-members: $25
     
     
    If you are interested in volunteering to help with AWIS DC events, please contact us at awisdc@gmail.com.
  • Wed
    13
    May
    2015
    5:30 pmNIH campus-Natcher Cafeteria

    The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Bethesda chapter together with AWIS DC is hosting the annual Mentoring Workshop to provide junior scientists with the opportunity to receive advice on career paths and career development from more senior scientists in their respective fields. 

    Please RSVP by Friday, May 8th. This event requires a $5 donation for members and a $10 donation for nonmembers, which can be made via PayPal, as a registration fee. Payments can be made by credit card or Paypal account.

  • Thu
    04
    Jun
    2015
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters 1200 New York Ave, NW, Washington, DC

    Please join us for an opportunity to network with colleagues in the STEM fields.

  • Wed
    16
    Sep
    2015
    6:30 pmAAAS-1200 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005

    Presenter: Sherry A. Marts, Ph.D., President and CEO, S*Marts Consulting, LLC

    You’ve heard that “networking” is key to career advancement. So, you’ve gone to networking events, you’ve eaten the bad hors d’oeuvres and drunk the cheap wine, you’ve made some small talk and exchanged business cards with a few people, and you’re still waiting for it to pay off. Or, because you dread and detest all of the above, you’ve resigned yourself to missing out on this particular career advancement strategy.

    Here’s the well-kept secret: networking is a set of tools and techniques, and no one is born knowing how to do use them perfectly. And none of it is any harder to learn than all the things you already know how to do – although it does take practice.

    In this session, we’ll open up the toolbox and uncover ways to make networking easy, interesting, and fun. You’ll learn how to approach networking events with a plan and a strategy, how to start an interesting conversation with pretty much anyone, and how to follow up with new contacts without being a pest. You’ll have a chance to practice on each other, and you’ll set some straightforward goals and create a networking plan to achieve them.

    Get tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/awis-dc-event-networking-for-introverts-tickets-18268103389

    BIO:

    Sherry Marts is an executive and career coach who presents lively and interactive workshops (or, as she prefers to call them, “playdates”). Her specialty is working with women in science and academia who are considering a career change. In addition to “Networking for Introverts,” she has created a playdate called “Dance As If No One Were Watching” for those who are too shy to actually move to music in public. Learn more about her and her work at www.smartsconsulting.com.

  • Tue
    13
    Oct
    2015
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters, 1200 NY Ave. NW

    http://awisdcoctober.eventbrite.com

    Join our panelists for an evening of career exploration.  Opportunities abound for scientists who choose not to stay in academia. Scientific societies, museums, and a seemingly infinite variety of publications and other media want your knowledge, expertise and skills. Learn more about how to steer your career into places where you’ll thrive.

     

    Panelists:

    Beth Ruedi is Director of Education and Professional Development for the Genetics Society of America. 

    Briana Pobiner is a Research Scientist and Museum Educator with the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

    Sara Reardon joined Nature in 2013 and writes about biomedical research and policy, with a focus on neuroscience, microbiology, and NIH. 

    Moderator: Sherry Marts is the current VP for Programs for the AWIS DC Chapter. She is a coach and consultant with a particular interest in advancing women in STEM. 

  • Mon
    19
    Oct
    2015
  • Thu
    19
    Nov
    2015
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters, 1200 NY Ave. NW

    AWIS-DC  is excited to host an interactive evening with Jen Dalton, CEO of BrandMirror.

    Although you probably don’t think of your career as a business, advancing in your career often requires the skills of an expert in sales and marketing. You are that business’ brand, and learning how to make yourself stand out, to make your value visible, and to create a strategy for building and maintaining your presence in the job market is crucial to success. And the job market these days is increasingly online.

    Join DC AWIS to take a step back, assess what your online brand is, and how best to position yourself to move forward in your career. Jen Dalton, CEO of BrandMirror, will provide strategies and insights for you to better understand your unique value, and to communicate that clearly to your target audiences. You’ll learn how to ensure that your reputation in person and online is remarkable, and sets you up for new and exciting opportunities.

    Jen Dalton, CEO of BrandMirror, has over 15 years of experience in strategy, marketing and coaching. Jen helps people present their most compelling and powerful selves to the world, and she is an expert on making best use of social media tools while avoiding potential pitfalls. She has spoken to and coached thousands of individuals and entrepreneurs about defining their brands, crafting their stories, and how to stand out. She is an international speaker and has worked with companies like GE, IBM, Capital One, 1776, C-Lever, and more.

  • Wed
    09
    Dec
    2015
    6:00 pmLocal 16, 1602 U Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

    RSVP by December 6 so that we can order the right amount of food! 

    Join AWIS-DC at Local 16 for a relaxed evening of "speed networking," conversation, and socializing. Happy hour prices will be extended for the entire event!

    Practice what you've learned this fall in our networking exercise, and  continue the conversation over drinks and snacks on the (covered and heated!) deck at Local 16 on U Street. This is a great opportunity to get to know your fellow AWIS members and find those you'd like to have as part of your mentoring circle in January.

    Don't forget to bring your business cards!

  • Wed
    13
    Jan
    2016
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters, 1200 NY Ave. NW
  • Mon
    04
    Apr
    2016
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters

    We’re pleased to offer the opportunity to have your business profile portrait taken by DC-area portrait photographer, Tamzin Smith. Tamzin is giving AWIS members and AWIS friends a very special offer that includes 1 full-resolution, moderately-retouched digital file (selected from 3-5 shots)! Spaces are limited! ALL ARE WELCOME! Please RSVP by March 31st!

    Tickets: https://awisdcpictureday.eventbrite.com

    Note: No refunds will be given for the headshot portion of this event after March 31, 2016.

  • Mon
    13
    Jun
    2016
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters
    AWIS DC Mentoring Circles Mid-Year Event

    Leading from where you are: building leadership skills in your current position

    Not all leaders are in management positions. How do you continue to build and strengthen your leadership skills regardless of your career level?

    Join AWIS for small group discussions on several different "Leading from where you are" techniques.  You will be meeting new people, so bring your business cards!

    Monday, June 13th, 2016
    AAAS Building, 1200 New York Ave, NW
    Networking starts at 6:00
    Presentation starts at 6:30
  • Tue
    12
    Jul
    2016
    6:00 pmAAAS Headquarters

    AWIS DC presents: 

    Unconscious Bias and its Impact on Women in STEM 

    July 12, 2016

    AAAS

    6-8:30pm

    Have you ever wondered what unconscious bias is and how it affects women in STEM? On Tuesday, July 12th Dr. Janette Lun from Scientific Workforce Diversity in the Office of the Director at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will join AWIS DC to help tackle this important topic. Don’t forget to bring your questions and business cards along!

    Networking and appetizers at 6pm. Programming begins at 6:30.

    All are welcome!

    Tickets: http://awisdcbias.eventbrite.com

    Not a member! Join AWIS DC Here!

    Biography

    Janetta Lun, Ph.D. is a senior behavioral scientist in Scientific Workforce Diversity in the Office of the Director at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In this position, she works on evidence-based approaches and interventions to enhance the diversity and social inclusion of the scientific workforce at NIH.  In 2013-2014, she was an AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow in the Office of Program, Policy and Management of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflicts and Humanitarian Assistance at USAID.  Her fellowship work supported the implementation of the U.S. National Action Plan of Women, Peace and Security at USAID.  She earned her Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of Virginia with research on the social-cognitive basis of intergroup attitudes and behavior, as well as cultural psychology. She had also held positions at other organizations such as UVA’s Center for Advanced Study on Teaching and Learning and Chemonics International where she conducted program evaluations and projects review. Dr. Lun has also designed and taught classes on cultural diversity and cross-cultural negotiation.

  • Mon
    07
    Nov
    2016
    6:00 PM-8:00 PMLa Tasca, 722 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

    The First Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event

    As you know, we are a volunteer run organization. We literally wouldn't be here if it weren't for the people that generously dedicate their time to serve on the board, serve on a committee, speak at events, and help events run smoothly. To all of you who have given your time to AWIS over the years: thank you!! Each year, we'll choose one volunteer to formally recognize. For the inaugural event, we can't think of anyone more deserving than Melissa McCartney. Melissa has served on the board for multiple years and had an integral role in the genesis of the AWIS DC Mentoring Circles program. She is leaving DC at the end of the year for new opportunities, so let's get together to celebrate all of the things that she has done for our chapter!

    What: Tapas, Drinks, Networking, and “Thank You’s”!

    When: Nov 7th, 6-8pm

    Where: La Tasca, 722 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

    http://www.latascausa.com/site/locations/washington-dc/

    Metro Access: Gallery Place

    Cost: $10

    Tickets: https://awisdcvolunteers.eventbrite.com

  • Wed
    14
    Dec
    2016
    6:00 pmAAAS Building, Washington DC

    AWIS DC End of the Year Event
    Wednesday, December 14
    Networking & Appetizers at 6:00 PM
    Panel Discussion at 6:30 PM
    AAAS Building, Washington DC

    Admission fee is $5 plus a contribution to the Children's National patient toy drive!

    RSVP here!

    We hope you will join us for a very special event on December 14 at the AAAS headquarters!

    For our last activity of the year, we are hosting a panel discussion about the changing administration, and the role that we, as avid supporters of women in science and technology, can play over both the short and long term. We know that many of you are frustrated and anxious about upcoming policies changes. It's important that we make sure our voices are heard, as we fight to protect diversity in STEM education and encourage fact-based policy decisions.

    Our panelist for the evening include Mayra Montrose, Bill Pewen, and Sandra Scham. Stay tuned for bios!

    In addition to the discussion, we will provide resources for those of you looking for ways to be more involved in AWIS and other like-minded organizations. We also want to hear from you: what would like to see the chapter do in 2017?

    Holiday Toy Collection

    During the event, we will be collecting toys for the patients at Children's National Medical Center who won't be home for the holidays. Board games, Legos, and toys for infants are very much needed. If you can't bring a toy, cash or gift cards to places like Target, Amazon, iTunes, Visa/American Express are also acceptable. Click here to learn more about what items are needed and what is prohibited, but please no used, breakable, or gift-wrapped items.

    Come join your fellow AWIS members to network, discuss, encourage, and plan. Looking forward to seeing you there!

  • Tue
    24
    Jan
    2017
    6:00 PM-8:00 PMAAAS Headquarters

    The 2017 Mentoring Circles Program Kick-off Event: Mentoring group assignments & communications workshop titled "Take the Stage and Speak with Authority" by Ann Timmons

    January 24th, 2017

    AAAS Building

    1200 New York Ave, NW

    Washington, DC 20005

    6:00 PM Networking

     6:30 PM Presentation from Ann Timmons

    “Take the Stage and Speak with Authority”

    RSVP here!

    Join Ann Timmons, Communications Artist, as she shares her unique approach to speaker training, honed during her years in the professional theatre. Ann will offer unique insights for finding your presence, so you can get your message across to anyone, anytime. You’ll walk away with a few practical tools to help you discover your own strong, powerful presence--and start using it immediately. Note: All participants will receive a follow-up email from Ann and be added to her mailing list to receive a monthly newsletter. Participants may opt out at any time.

    Speaker Bio:

    Ann Timmons teaches people how to speak so others will listen, using her background as an actor, director, writer, and teacher. Ann’s distinctive approach to presentation skills and communications training helps each client discover and embrace an authentic presence. Her clients include current political leaders, as well as business and non-profit leaders. She’s been honored with the prestigious Alice Paul Award from American University for her work with the Women and Politics Institute. Ann is a recognized expert in the fields of communication, women’s leadership and public speaking, and is on the  SheSource team for the  Women’s Media Center. www.anntimmons.com Twitter:@annspeaks

    Submit an application to join a Mentoring Circle. 

    Deadline for applications is January 14.

    Applications received after this date are not guaranteed placement.

    Non-members may participate in a Mentoring Circle for a fee of $50.

    This fee will allow you to attend all Mentoring Circles-associated events throughout 2017 for free.

  • Thu
    30
    Mar
    2017
    5:30 pmAAAS Headquarters, 1200 New York Ave NW Washington, D.C. 20005

    Are you planning to March for Science on April 22? Do you know when and how to intervene if someone you are marching with or near gets harassed? In this training, you will learn how to de-escalate situations, how to get other bystanders to help, when to intervene, and when to go for help from the police. There will be role-play in small groups to practice the techniques presented.

    Networking at 5:30 pm (Bring business cards or resumes)

    Training begins at 6 pm

    RSVP 

    Biography:

    Sherry A. Marts, Ph.D., CEO of S*Marts Consulting LLC, is a skilled workshop leader, facilitator, writer, and speaker with a lively personality and a wicked sense of humor. A former association CEO with a wide-ranging background in biomedical research, nonprofit management, public education, and research advocacy, Sherry provides expert consulting services to nonprofits and academic institutions on diversity and inclusion, harassment and bullying, and interpersonal communication. She also offers executive and career coaching with an emphasis on career and leadership development for women. Her interest in the issue of harassment and bullying lies at the intersection of her professional life as a woman in science, and her previous experience as a women’s self-defense instructor.

    Dr. Marts is co-author (with Raven Dana) of The Book of How: Answers to Life’s Most Important Question.

    Dr. Marts received her B.Sc. (Hons.) in Applied Biology from the University of Hertfordshire, and her Ph.D. in Physiology from Duke

  • Wed
    19
    Apr
    2017
    6:00PM-8:30PMAAAS Headquarters

    Poster Making Event for the March for Science, 

    Co-sponsored by 500 Women Scientists

    April 19, 2017

    AAAS Headquarters

    1200 New York Ave NW

    Washington, D.C. 20005

    6:00-8:30 pm

    Please join AWIS-DC and 500 Women Scientists on April 19th to a poster making event for the March for Science. Please bring your own poster/t-shirt/hat to decorate. We will provide some markers, pencils but feel free to bring your favorite ones.

    The event is free but space is limited, so please make sure to RSVP.

  • Thu
    31
    Aug
    2017
    5:30 pmAmbar Capitol Hill

    Summer is (unfortunately) drawing to a close, but not before we give it a fond farewell with drinks and food! Please join us for a AWIS DC happy hour at Ambar Restaurant at Capitol Hill! Relax, unwind and network with fellow AWIS DC members and associates. This event is free and open to all members and non-members. No need to RSVP. The more the merrier so please invite friends and colleagues. Hope to see you there!

    Date: 31 August (Thursday)
    Time: 5:30 PM
    Location: Ambar (Capitol Hill location: a few blocks from Eastern Market Metro)

  • Fri
    15
    Sep
    2017
    7:30 pmNationals Park

    We are doing our annual outing to Nationals Stadium to cheer on the hometown team on Friday, September 15!

    Please be sure to RSVP through the Eventbrite link and then pay using the PayPal button below. You can choose the number of tickets you want to purchase from the drop down menu.

    If you have any issues or problems, e-mail us at awisdc@gmail.com

  • Fri
    09
    Feb
    2018
    9:00 pmAWIS
  • Tue
    11
    Jun
    2019
    6:00 pm1800 M Street NW, Washington DC 20036

    Networking Event with 500 Women Scientists, AWIS Bethesda, and AWIS DC

    Tuesday, June 11, 2019

    6:00 PM-8:00 PM

    Vapiano

    1800 M Street NW

    Washington DC 20036

    (Between the Farragut North and Dupont Circle Metro Stops)

    The event is FREE! RSVP here

    Join 500 Women Scientists DC Pod and AWIS DC and AWIS Bethesda for networking and synergizing our efforts to advance women in science.

    AWIS is dedicated to achieving equity and full participation for women in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology.

    The Mission of 500 Women Scientists DC is to advance the mission of 500 Women Scientists organization. The DC Pod monitors federal policy and political issues and broadcast what we see to the 500 WS community, contribute to 500 WS federal-level actions, facilitate 500 WS engagement in federal policy by connecting 500 WS community members to our networks in DC, leading policy trainings, and supporting members during visits to DC, engage in our DC community to increase scientific literacy and confidence, and build a strategy to promote underrepresented-groups in science, evidence-based decision-making, and scientists’ civic engagement.

  • Mon
    29
    Jul
    2019
    5:30 pmMission Dupont

    July 29, 2019: Networking Event with the DC-area Chapters for the Society of Women Engineers, the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, Young Professionals in Transportation, and Engineers Without Borders

    Monday, July 29

    5:30 PM-8:00 PM

    Mission Dupont (Brick Room)

    1606 20th Street NW

    Washington DC 20009

    (Right near the Dupont Circle Metro Stop)

    The event is FREE!