The Ewgis 2024 Program: Empowering Young Women In STEM; The Ewgis Research Institute (ERI) program, conducted over two exhilarating months, is geared towards empowering young women in STEM fields by fostering excellence in academics and research.
Led by Girls in STEM, Ewgis endeavors to bridge socioeconomic disparities in high school and college students’ access to scientific research, while also offering mentorship, networking, and skill development opportunities.
About The Ewgis Research Institute: Ewgis is committed to nurturing young women in STEM who aspire to excel in academics and research. The program provides participants with the unique opportunity to engage actively in faculty-led theoretical research projects, alongside mentorship, networking, and skill development avenues.
What To Expect: Ewgis 2024 offers two editions: the Professional Development Program and the Research Institute. Both initiatives are designed to empower young women in STEM by furnishing mentorship, skill development workshops, networking opportunities, and insights from accomplished women in STEM.
Professional Development Program:
- 1:1 Mentorship with STEM professionals
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers
- Essential STEM skills workshops
- Panel discussions featuring successful women in STEM
- Participation in a community-focused project addressing local issues
Ewgis Research Institute:
- 1:1 Mentorship with STEM PhD students, postdocs, and professors
- Networking opportunities with professionals and peers
- Workshops for academic and research excellence
- Panel discussions featuring successful women in STEM
- Contribution to faculty-led theoretical research projects
Application Requirements:
- High school juniors to college juniors majoring in specified STEM disciplines
- A preferred GPA of at least 3.0 for mentee applicants (not mandatory)
- Commitment to 4 hours of independent project work and 2 hours of weekly mentor meetings, totaling 6 hours per week for 2 months
Ewgis Selection Process:
- Inclusive approach focusing on dedication, motivation, and potential for success
- Priority given to applicants from low-income families
- Selection based on demonstrated motivation and compatibility
- Decisions by the Girls in STEM team are final
Ewgis Timeline:
- Jan 25th–February 29th: Applications Open
- Mar 1st – Mar 7th: Results Announcement
- Mar 14th: Ewgis Opening Ceremony
- Mar 15th – May 9th: Program Duration
- May 10th: Ewgis Closing Ceremony
Embark on a transformative journey with Ewgis 2024, where mentorship, skill development, and community impact converge to shape your future in STEM. Apply here.
