WE11 Call for Participation

More than 5,000 women engineers and technologists from all career stages will be at WE11 in Chicago. Take the opportunity to get your message out!

Content is needed for various audiences, tracks and formats. Presenting a session allows you to highlight your expertise and showcase the accomplished women in your organization. You’ll also gain visibility as a diversity advocate as you support the advancement of engineering and women’s vital role within it.

Subject matter is needed for various audiences, tracks and formats as follows:

Audience:

• Collegians and recent graduates
• Emerging technical leaders
• Experienced technical professionals
• Seasoned technical leaders, managers and educators
• Executives and entrepreneurs
• Academics and thought leaders

Session Tracks:

• Career and Life Transitions
• Careers in Academia
• Careers in Government and Military
• Inclusion and Cultural Awareness
• Innovation in Technology and Business
• Management and Strategy
• Outreach

Session Formats:

• Lecture presentations
• Workshops
• Panel discussions

Other Ways to Participate:

Local tours. Is your organization located in the Chicago area? We are seeking companies to provide technical tours during WE11.

For submission you must provide:

• Title of presentation
• Short abstract (100 words or less)
• Intended audience
• Short biography (30 words or less) including current job title, very brief description of responsibilities and educational background. If there is more than one speaker, information for EACH panelist must be provided.
• Company and contact information

The submission deadline is February 18, 2011.  Submit your session idea.

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Society of Women Engineers
1963 University Lane
Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: 1-800-892-2858
Fax: 630-271-8234