The Carleton University Women in Science and Engineering (CU-WISE) is a group of enthusiastic undergraduate and graduate students who encourage and support women to pursue an education or career in Science and Engineering. The group is a student branch of the Ottawa WISE Chapter. See the members section for more information.

CU-WISE is a group of undergraduate and graduate students who believe that women should be able to seek higher education and achieve success in science and engineering without barriers, perceived or otherwise.

CU-WISE aims to become a permanent academic and social support network for female students in science and engineering at Carleton University.

Teamwork:

We will reach our goals with the growth and contribution of each individual, both personally and professionally.

Respect:

We respect the opinions of others, especially when those opinions are different from our own.

Creativity:

We have the freedom to formulate new solutions, approaches and methodologies.

As CU-WISE grows, we strive for the following goals that support our mission, vision, and values.

• Provide a physical and virtual place for women to gather for support, advice, and camaraderie (we're working on getting an office!)
• Provide opportunities for current students and faculty - as well as prospective students and faculty - to mentor or be mentored
• Become an integral part of the faculties of science and/or engineering
• Brand ourselves with a distinguishable identity that will be well known on campus
• Continue growing and learning how to further the mission and vision
• Collaborate with other Carleton organizations and student groups
• Attend/support outreach activities/programs for elementary and high school students
• Promote CU-WISE at Carleton recruitment activities
• Host CU-WISE events pertinent to our mission and vision

The executive committee organizes monthly activities including talks, seminars, workshops, and social events. See the events section to find out about upcoming events and see photos from past events.

CU-WISE is sponsored by:

• Carleton University's Faculty of Engineering and Design
• Carleton University's Dean of Engineering
• Carleton University's Dean of Science
• Carleton University's VP Academic
• Carleton University's School of Computer Science