Association for Women in Science, DC Metropolitan Chapter (AWIS DC)

05/06/2025

📚 Don't miss our upcoming virtual book club with AWIS North Carolina and Association for Women in Science, DC Metropolitan Chapter (AWIS DC)! We're diving into Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver, a novel that weaves together past and present to explore the human capacity for resilience. Join us for an engaging discussion on May 15th.​

📅 Date: May 15, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM ET
👩‍🔬 Hosted by Dr. Allyn Howlett
🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4cJe1fE​ or scan the QR code.

05/06/2025

AWIS DC members- join us next week for a discussion of Barbara Kingsolver’s “Unsheltered” alongside AWIS North Carolina !

Link to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yOzu-3arM7mwFqdeYOEJsd6yvWO9R-UdcR7rqFpq9yw/viewform?ts=68000042&edit_requested=true

09/24/2024

Happening tomorrow, and free for AWIS members!

Braver Angels is a non-profit on a mission to depolarize America. On Wednesday, September 25, at 1 p.m. ET, they will moderate the AWIS webinar "Skills for Disagreeing Better." Join us to learn to listen in a way so that the other person feels heard, and how to share viewpoints in a way the other person might hear — even if they disagree. Register here: https://ow.ly/PaIm50T7LW8

08/14/2024

Don’t forget to join our book club tomorrow with AWIS NC!

📚 Looking for your next read after last week's book club? We've got you covered! Join Association for Women in Science, DC Metropolitan Chapter (AWIS DC) and AWIS North Carolina on August 15th, 2024 to discuss Strong Female Character by Fern Brady!

Register here: https://lnkd.in/e-f2rYHc

08/13/2024

‼️ STOP SCROLLING! We have some exciting opportunities for you to get involved and make a real impact! AWIS DC is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our eBoard and volunteer team. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic community that’s shaping the future of women in STEM!

Come work with us!!! My presidency year is 2025, and right now, I am gearing up to make this organization a force to be reckoned with!

We’re looking for:

- Vice President
- Secretary
- VP of Outreach
- VP of Social Media
- General Volunteers

Ready to take on a leadership role or contribute your skills to a cause you care about? Check out the flyer attached for more details and apply today!

Let’s make a difference together!

👉 Email us at [email protected]
👉 Apply at the link: https://forms.gle/NwdRauTJsHABAesu5



Connect with me!

Yours Scientifically,

Ambericent Cornett MS, MPH, MBA-HCM
President-Elect, AWIS DC Chapter

08/13/2024

We had so much fun at our summer networking event last Thursday! If you’re looking to connect with some amazing women in STEM in the DMV, make sure to join us in the future and sign up for our email list on our website.

08/08/2024

A reminder that we are hosting a summer networking happy hour at Mission DuPont tonight at 6:30PM! Don’t let the rainy weather get you down- we’re excited to have you join us indoors. 🙂 it’s not too late to register for this free event, link is posted below!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfg0kP4vgr4ohBS-u5ZJpKk-DHiF7425dSx22QQ-fOrSpCcOA/viewform

08/02/2024

Join AWIS DC Members and Friends for Happy Hour at Mission Dupont near the Dupont Circle Metro Station. Please RSVP to let us know how large of a table we need. Feel free to bring a friend or colleague!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfg0kP4vgr4ohBS-u5ZJpKk-DHiF7425dSx22QQ-fOrSpCcOA/viewform

07/18/2024

Have you had a chance to tune into our STEAM speaker series yet? If not- you’re in luck! Full links to these amazing talks have been posted to the AWIS DC YouTube channel, linked below!

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The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is a global organization dedicated to achieving equity and full participation for women in the sciences, engineering, and technology. AWIS champions the interests of women in STEM across all disciplines and employment sectors. Working for positive systemic...

07/01/2024

📚 Looking for your next read after last week's book club? We've got you covered! Join Association for Women in Science, DC Metropolitan Chapter (AWIS DC) and AWIS North Carolina on August 15th, 2024 to discuss Strong Female Character by Fern Brady!

Register here: https://lnkd.in/e-f2rYHc

10/30/2023

November 8th from 5-7 PM, join Kelly Government Solutions (KGS) and AWIS DC at Pinstripes in North Bethesda for a Networking Night. Be sure to RSVP (https://forms.gle/hiBKkRNARR7J2gLi7) by November 2nd for an accurate head count. KGS is a prime contractor to the federal government and is excited to meet AWIS Members to network and connect with local women in STEAM! Learn more about KGS at https://lnkd.in/gZDH6ta3

12/26/2022

Happy Holidays from Women in Bio!