WiSER
Supporting women and under-represented individuals in science, technology, engineering, and research.
16
years
100+
events hosted
2000+
individuals impacted
50+
organizations partnered
About Us
Founded in 2008, WiSER (Women in Science, Engineering & Research) is a sub-community of University of Alberta’s WISEST aiming at serving the needs of graduate students and early-career professionals. The community is comprised of individuals in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from the academia, government, and industry.
Our Mandate
We support the retention and advancement of women and under-represented groups in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
What We Offer
We offer opportunities throughout the year for networking, mentoring, information exchange, and professional development. We welcome everyone to participate in our events and programs.
Composition
Our members are from the academia, industry, and government in STEM fields and at any stage of their careers. All WiSER’s activities are overseen by the WiSER Executive Committee.
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- An Introduction to the Power and Potential of R
Are you a student or early-career professional that works with data? Whether you are cleaning, manipulating, visualizing, or analyzingContinue reading “An Introduction to the Power and Potential of R” - WiSER Industry Mixer 2025: Where Connections InspireThank you to everyone who joined! On November 22, 2025, WiSER successfully hosted its Annual Industry Mixer at theContinue reading “WiSER Industry Mixer 2025: Where Connections Inspire”
- WiSER’s Industry Mixer 2025
Join WiSER for our Annual Industry Mixer! Enjoy an evening exploring career opportunities, expanding your professional network, and connectingContinue reading “WiSER’s Industry Mixer 2025” - Save the Date – WiSER’s Annual Industry Mixer 2025WiSER (Women in Science, Engineering, & Research) is excited to host our Annual Industry Mixer! Date: Saturday, November 22,Continue reading “Save the Date – WiSER’s Annual Industry Mixer 2025”
What others say about WiSER
“Excellent way to meet people”
WISER has widened my network and boosted my confidence professionally. Now, I am a working professional, and I would like to help others to build their confidence and share my experience.
Shanny Lu
“Many mentoring opportunities”
The opportunities to learn from people around me and share my knowledge have and will continue to have a strong impact throughout all stages of my career.
Shoma Sinha, PhD
“Meaningful connections”
I was able to interact with others from across industry, academia, and government. Those connections have been instrumental in informing my career path.
Sharon Barker, PhD, MBA
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WiSER respectfully acknowledge that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose histories, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.
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