News from Our ChapterOur exhibit at the ATLAS Symposium was a success! Open Positions on Our Executive Board A few of our executive board members are transitioning, so we have a few openings on our executive board! Our positions are flexible, with room for more than one leader. Email awisbaltimore@gmail.com if you’re interested in joining our planning committees.
New Mailing List We have migrated our mailing list to a Google Group! Instructions on how to join our new mailing list can be found on our website. If you would like to be added to this new mailing list, please “apply for membership” via groups.google.com/group/awisbaltimore Note that being a member of our mailing list does not mean that you are automatically a member of our chapter -- we encourage you to become an official member of AWIS today!
Professional OpportunitiesOpen positions will now be featured in the Job Listings section of our website. Know of a job opportunity? Submit a job posting!
Phoebe S. Leboy Public Policy Fellowship The Fellow reports to the Executive Director & CEO to advance the Association's legislative agenda and policies on behalf women science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Some examples of duties and assignments for the Fellow include: Tracking legislation and analyzing policy issues at the nexus of gender and science. Working with key AWIS advocacy partners including scientific and engineering societies. Representing AWIS at key coalition meetings and conferences. Developing talking points, letters, and other advocacy documents. View full position description here.
AWIS offers a competitive salary and benefits. If you are interested in applying for the 2014-2016 Fellowship, please send your resume to Janet Bandows Koster, Executive Director & CEO, at koster@awis.org. Science OutreachMore activities will be featured on the Volunteer Opportunities section of our website. Know of a science outreach event? Submit a Volunteer Opportunity!
Judges Needed for Balt City School Science Fair Mon, May 5th through Wed, May 7th, 8am-4pm Commodore John Rodgers Elementary and Middle School Contact Carolyn Boitnott (410-522-4991)
Bits from Our BlogInterested in Interviews? Whether you're trying to get an interview or get the offer, here are a few things to think about: showcasing your skills, customizing your application, and brainstorming your interview answers. Article by Issel Anne Lim, PhD Want to showcase your writing? Want to build you writing portfolio? Then Submit a Blog Post!
More in BaltimorePeabody Brass Ensembles Mid-Atlantic Trombone Choir Peabody Youth Orchestra FlowerMart May 2-3, Mount Vernon Nothing says springtime in Baltimore like flowers, big hats and lemon sticks. Shop at plant and other vendor displays, take part in a hat contest and check out lots of family entertainment options. Come celebrate at the historic grounds of Mount Vernon Square, where a variety of organizations gather together to enjoy live musical performances, tributes and awards. Website
Sowebo Arts and Music Festival May 25th, Hollins Market This music festival features some of Baltimore's best bands, regional arts and crafts, visual art, interactive events for children (and the child in all of us), and not to mention good eats and drinks. Website
For other local events, visit http://baltimore.org/events
Other InformationSponsorship Would you like to sponsor an event with AWIS Baltimore? We’re always looking to collaborate, network, and promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Email awisbaltimore@gmail.com if you’d like to help out!
| Want to Contribute?Know of an upcoming event, or want to write an article? Want to promote your business or event to women in science from the Greater Baltimore area? → Email us: awisbaltimore@gmail.com
Our Executive BoardPresident: Ekemini Riley, PhD Communication: Issel Anne Lim, PhD Finance: [currently available] Programs: Janelle Jones, BBA Programs: Talmesha Richards, PhD Programs: Claudia Avalos, BS Public Relations: Jessica Curtis, PhD Sponsorship: Shirley Tan, PhD Social Media: Jocelyn Reader, PhD More Info: Executive Board
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