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Brookhaven Women In Science
Nothing can be more absurd than the practice which prevails in our country of men and women not following the same pursuits with all their strength and with one mind, for thus the state, instead of being whole is reduced to half.
— Plato
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Brookhaven Women in Science
To increase Brookhaven National Laboratory's awareness of the accomplishments of women in science and to provide its members with role models of their own, Brookhaven Women in Science (BWIS) assists in the development of policies and practices which enhance the quality of life for Lab employees; promotes a long-term commitment to diversity in Lab staff; promotes the advancement of women in scientific and technical careers; provides a forum for the exchange of scientific, technical, and professional information; encourages students to consider careers in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology; and supports each other's efforts on the job, and encourages each other's successes.
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MAR
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Thursday
BWIS Career Day
"BWIS High School Career Day 2014"
8:30 am, Brookhaven Center
Thursday, March 20, 2014, 8:30 am
Hosted by: Kahille Dorsinvil
This annual event starts with various groups within the lab speaking informally with participants from local area high schools. Two speakers briefly outline their career path - why they chose science and how they got to where they are today. After lunch, a researcher shares the details about their current research project, and the day finishes with a short visit to the Science Learning Center for hand-on science fun.
Other News
Goldhaber Prize - Applications are now being accepted for
the Goldharber Prize to recognize substantial promise and accomplishment by a woman graduate student in physics.
For more information please see the BWIS Scholarships & Awards web page.
BWIS Celebrates International Women's Day
The 1/2-day seminar will include talks from several successful long island women who will address topics such as work-life balance and gender issues.
The event is open to the public and will be held on Saturday March 8, 9 AM -1 PM at Brookhaven National Lab. For more information please see flyer here and agenda here.
BWIS Mission
To increase the Laboratory's awareness of the accomplishments of women in science and to provide our members with role models of their own, Brookhaven Women in Science assist in the development of policies and practices that enhance the quality of life for BNL employees; promote a long-term commitment to diversity in BNL staff; promote the advancement of women in scientific and technical careers; provide a forum for the exchange of scientific, technical, and professional information; encourage students to consider careers in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology; support each other's efforts on the job; and encourage each other's successes.
- BWIS Charter (pdf)
- Special Interest Paper (pdf)
In Memoriam - The Brookhaven Women in Science regretfully report the passing of Victoria McLane. As friend and cofounder, she will be sadly missed.
In Memoriam - The Brookhaven Women in Science regretfully report the passing of E. Gail Williams and Prantika Som. As friends and valued members of the organization, they will be sadly missed.
