Diverse & Inclusive Communities

As part of our industry relations and career engagement, the new McKelvey Connect has a Diverse & Inclusive Communities section that integrates diversity, equity, and inclusion within the career development journey for students. As with all industry and community pages, students will have access to relevant events, blogs, jobs, career advice, campus resources, and more! Feel free to contact us with any engineering related opportunities or resources that you find valuable. 

 

LGBTQ+ Rights at Work

Half of LGBTQ+ employees remain closeted at work. Many fear that they will face discrimination and mistreatment if they come out. From finding inclusive companies, getting comfortable with the interview process, to coming out at work, here is a resource …

By Kelli Delfosse
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Finding the Right Fit as a Diverse Candidate

Hiring managers need candidates who will fit in with the existing culture at their company. Candidates want to find a place that’s welcoming and makes them feel comfortable. Businesses and job seekers both want a rewarding and mutually beneficial exchange. But …

By Kelli Delfosse
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America’s Best Employers For Diversity by Forbes

As the topic of diversity and inclusion has gained ever greater importance in the business world, Forbes has partnered with market research firm Statista to highlight America’s best employers for diversity. This year marks our third annual list.

Check out …

By Kelli Delfosse
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10 Influential Women in Engineering

One hundred and forty years ago, on February 16, 1880, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers was founded by leading U.S. industrialists, educators, technical journalists, designers, shipbuilders, military engineers, and inventors. All men.

It wasn’t until 1918, when Kate Gleason …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse
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Women in Data Science: How to Build and Advance Your Career

What are the different paths toward a career in data science? What do you wish you had known earlier? How do you “own” your career? Data scientists from Uber, Facebook, and Reddit answered these and many other fascinating questions during …

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Career Resources

Association of Women in Science (AWIS) 

Membership is free to WU students (undergrad & graduate), faculty & staff

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