What we’re about
Seattle AWIS, Supporting Seattle Women In STEM Since 1985
The mission of the Seattle area chapter of the Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is to create a broad interdisciplinary welcoming environment to advance the careers of women in science and technology and promote the participation of girls in the sciences. We’re proud to have supported, encouraged, and mentored the Greater Seattle area since 1985.
learn more: Seattle AWIS – supporting Seattle women in STEM since 1985
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Improving Science Communication with Storytelling, Comedy and ImprovFred Hutch, Thomas Building, SEATTLE, WA
Join us in collaboration with (Organization of Regulatory and Clinical Associates) ORCA on May 21 for an engaging Seattle AWIS event, Improving Science Communication with Storytelling, Comedy, and Improv.
Effective communication is essential in STEM, and our expert panelists will share how humor, narrative techniques, and improv can make complex scientific ideas more accessible and compelling. This hybrid event will take place at Fred Hutch (Thomas Bldg, Sze Conference Room) and online. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your science communication skills!
Learn morePresenters:
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Audra Sisak – Actor, Comedic Storyteller, Therapist
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Theresa Flores – STEM Educator, Comedian
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Samantha Borje – UW Engage, teaching instructor
Seattle AWIS events are FREE and Welcome ALL
Free parking is available directly outside the Thomas Building
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- Seattle AWIS Awards BanquetUW Center for Urban Horticulture, Seattle, WA$40.00
Save the Date!
Seattle AWIS invites you to celebrate Outstanding Women who should be recognized for their achievements in advancing STEM
Along with the awardees in each of the three categories:
- Science or Technology Innovation and Leadership
- Early Career Achievement in STEM
- Excellence in STEM Education/Outreach.
The banquet also honors the recipients of the AWIS Scholarship program. Open to women (any persons who identify as women) who will be juniors or seniors at a four-year college or university in the state of Washington in the Fall of each year.
The AWIS Banquet promises to be an inspirational evening. Hearing from the 2025 AWIS award winners, meeting AWIS undergraduate scholarship winners and enjoying the company of other supporters of women in STEM will make for a memorable evening.
Ticket sales open April 15th
AWIS members, $35.00; Non-members, $40.00; Students, $30.00*
Companies and organizations are invited to become table sponsors!
Table sponsorship provides an opportunity for companies and organizations to demonstrate support for women in STEM and recognize and thank individuals within the company by providing complimentary banquet tickets.
For more information, contact awards@seattleawis.org
Learn more about the Awards: Awards & Banquet – Seattle AWIS
Learn more about Scholarships: Scholarships – Seattle AWIS
Interested in sponsoring a table? view the sponsorship packages or contact awards@seattleawis.org
*price before service fee
Ticket sales open April 15th: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6616396
