Category Archives: women in STEM

Jen, John, and the science ladder

Posted on March 7, 2013 by

A CV and cover letter are sitting on your desk – or rather desktop. They’re from a recent college grad who wants to get some more research experience before applying to grad school. This wasn’t a standout student, but you … Continue reading →

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Scientiae Carnival: Inspiring Women in STEM

Posted on July 18, 2011 by

Inspiration. It is an essential element to finding motivation, creative avenues, success, satisfaction… But where do we find it? Is it in those who have come before us? The encouragement and confidence others give? The goals and dreams we have … Continue reading →

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Call for posts: Inspiring women in STEM

Posted on April 18, 2011 by

Inspiration is a necessary element to any satisfying career. But where do we find it? Is it in those who have come before us? The encouragement and confidence others give? The goals and dreams we have set for the future? … Continue reading →

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Gender and blogging (and everything else)

Posted on December 2, 2010 by

Women–in many arenas–are often not as readily recognized or recalled as men in the same arenas. There are many causes and variables, ranging from overt sexism to much more socialization aspects. Often, there are many women in these arenas, they’re … Continue reading →

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My future foretold

Posted on September 19, 2010 by

A not-so-excellent comment on an excellent post by Dr. Isis: If we all waited for tenureship [to have children] there would be a lot of bitter dried up old childless prunes. This is eexactly the attitude that encourages departments to … Continue reading →

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