Women in Engineering at Georgia Tech
Mission:
The Georgia Tech Women in Engineering (WIE) program is dedicated to recruiting top female students into engineering majors and once here, to ensure the highest level of retention by fostering an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity and intellectual and personal growth. WIE strives to redefine the engineering profession as a positive societal force with the potential to improve the quality of life through the creation of world changing technologies. WIE challenges and inspires women to achieve their fullest potential as engineers and as leaders.
Goals:
- Develop initiatives designed to increase the number of women in engineering majors and careers.
- Encourage undergraduate women to pursue graduate studies.
- Provide opportunities for women engineering students to develop leadership skills.
- Enhance the overall experience of graduate women and facilitate their entry into careers in academia, research and industry.
- Foster a dynamic environment that encourages the personal and professional development of all engineering students.
Contact:
Dr. Mahera “Mimi” Philobos
Director
Tel: 404-894-7010
Fax: 404-385-2826
mahera.philobos@coe.gatech.edu
Sandra Song Hayes
Associate Director
Tel: 404-385-1862
Fax: 404-385-2826
sandra.song@coe.gatech.edu
Catrice Cooper
Administrative Assistant
Tel: 404-385-7431
Fax: 404-385-2826
catrice.cooper@coe.gatech.edu