
WiSER
Supporting women and under-represented individuals in science, technology, engineering, and research.
13
years
100+
events hosted
2000+
individuals impacted
50+
organizations partnered
About Us
Founded in 2008, WiSER (Women in Science, Engineering & Research) is a sub-community of University of Alberta’s WISEST aiming at serving the needs of graduate students and early-career professionals. The community is comprised of individuals in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from the academia, government, and industry.

Our Mandate
We support the retention and advancement of women and under-represented groups in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

What We Offer
We offer opportunities throughout the year for networking, mentoring, information exchange, and professional development. We welcome everyone to participate in our events and programs.

Composition
Our members are from the academia, industry, and government in STEM fields and at any stage of their careers. All WiSER’s activities are overseen by the WiSER Executive Committee.
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Events & News
- WiSER 2022 Annual Summer BBQWiSER is hosting our annual BQQ mixer this year on July 23rd from 11am – 2pm MST at Queen Elizabeth Park! This year’s BBQ is sponsored by AWSN. We will have food and refreshment as well as some fun activities planned including BollyX and tie-dye! Bring a white (or light-coloured)Continue reading “WiSER 2022 Annual Summer BBQ”
- Women in Science, Engineering and Research (WiSER) announces 2022/2023 Executive CommitteeWiSER is pleased to announce its 2022/2023 Executive Committee, which consists of 25 members from academia, not-for-profit, and industry. They will be directly involved in the planning and execution of WiSER’s activities. WiSER hosted its annual general meeting on May 16, 2022, in which members of the Executive Committee wereContinue reading “Women in Science, Engineering and Research (WiSER) announces 2022/2023 Executive Committee”
- WiSER’s Virtual Industry Mixer 2021 RecapMore than 41 companies and 150 attendees gathered at the 2021 Annual Virtual Industry Mixer hosted by Women in Science Engineering and Research (WiSER).
- Volunteer Recruitment NightWISER is recruiting for the following executive volunteering positions on its Executive Committee for 2022/2023!
What others say about WiSER
“Excellent way to meet people”
WISER has widened my network and boosted my confidence professionally. Now, I am a working professional, and I would like to help others to build their confidence and share my experience.
Shanny Lu
“Many mentoring opportunities”
The opportunities to learn from people around me and share my knowledge have and will continue to have a strong impact throughout all stages of my career.
Shoma Sinha, PhD
“Meaningful connections”
I was able to interact with others from across industry, academia, and government. Those connections have been instrumental in informing my career path.
Sharon Barker, PhD, MBA

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