Women In Science Programs

Living, learning, and growing together

For more information about Women in Science Programs, or to contribute to the Endowment for Women in Science, contact WISP at (765) 494-1765 or email: sciencewisp@purdue.edu.

 

Major Donors

 

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Program Goals and Objectives
The Science Diversity Office team believes mentoring relationships play a significant role in the academic and social development of mentors and mentees and that development is enhanced through programming that promotes a strong professional identity early in one’s college career.
 
Program Goals:
The goal of WISP is to implement programming and facilitate relationships with upper class peers and faculty members that help retain women in the College of Science.
 
Program Objectives:
WISP is designed so that faculty and peers serve as role models, offer support, and recommend strategies to contribute to the success of first year students.
 
Program Benefits:
The program is designed to facilitate relationships, share information, and provide support that enhances the professional identity of women in science.

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