Transcript RPI Society Of Women Engineers

RPI SWE
ASPIRE •ADVANCE •ACHIEVE
Welcome to our 6 th General Body Meeting, March 2010
Agenda
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
 Upcoming Events
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Racquetball Event
Molecularium Event
Etiquette Dinner
Outreach call for Volunteers
Region F Conference 2010
Microsoft Digigirlz Day
Celebrate RPI SWE Active Members
Recognizing RPI SWE member, Sarah Laprade
RPI SWE Polo T-Shirts
National SWE T-Shirt Announcement
National Membership Info
Elections
http://swe.union.rpi.edu/
Upcoming Events
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
 Wed Mar 17, 6pm – 8pm
 Mon Apr 5, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
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Racquetball- ‘87 Gym
Sun Mar 21, 11am – 1pm
E-board Meeting - Union 2424
Mon Mar 22, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
RCPC- Union Mother’s
Wed Mar 24, 3pm – 5pm
Molecularium Event - Horseshoe
Sun Mar 28, 11am – 1pm
E-board Meeting - Union 2424
Mon Mar 29, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
RCPC- Union Mother’s
Mon Mar 30, 6pm – 8pm
Etiquette Dinner - Sage Dining Hall
Wed Apr 3, 11am – 2pm
Nanodays Volunteering - CMOST
Museum
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RCPC- Union Mother’s
Fri. Apr 9th – Sat. Apr 10th
Regional Conference – Boston
University
Sun Apr 11, 6pm – 8pm
E-board Meeting - TBA
Mon Apr 12, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
RCPC- Union Mother’s
Tues Apr 13, 11:30am – 1:30pm
Microsoft Digigirlz Day
Sun Apr 18, 11am – 1pm
E-board Meeting – Union 2424
Mon Apr 19, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
RCPC- Union Mother’s
RPI Racquetball
When: March 17th, 2010
6 – 8 PM
Where: ’87 Gymnasium
Attire: Gym Clothes
Gear: Racquets & eye
guards will be provided
Food: Snacks and drinks
will also be provided
Previous RSVP required
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
Molecularium Event Update
Wednesday, Mar. 24, 3 - 5 pm
Time
Activity
3 pm
Meet at the Union Horseshoe
3:15 – 4:45
pm
Watch ‘Molecules to the Max’ &
Tour the Children’s Museum of
Science and Technology
5 pm
Arrive at Union Horseshoe
Previous RSVP Required.
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
Etiquette Dinner
When
 Mon Mar 30, 6pm – 8pm
Where
 Sage Dining Hall
Attire
 Business Casual
Sign-up Today or email
Sara Sass at [email protected]
Outreach, Nanodays
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
Who: Any SWE member or friends
What: Help guide children to different demos in museum
When: Sat. April 3, 11am-2pm
Where: CMOST Museum, directions provided
Why: In exchange for the free Molecularium viewing
Sign ups: With new Outreach Director!
Question for now: Andie Maret ([email protected])
Region F Conference at BU
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
 April 9th-10th @ Boston University
 28 RPI SWE members attending
 Anyone attending see me afterwards if you have
any questions
 Contact: Andrea Nordberg, [email protected]
Outreach: Microsoft Digigirlz Day
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
When: Tuesday April 13th
~ 11:30 AM-1:15 PM
Where: University of Albany
Who: 2 SWE volunteers
What: Lunch where you discuss Why/How you decided
to be an engineer?
Contact Andie Maret ([email protected])
Celebrate RPI SWE
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
 What
 Active Member Celebration
 Award Ceremony
 Officer Transition
 Dinner
 Corporate Sponsor Recognition
 When: Sat. May 16th 4pm – 6pm
Contact Jenna Covill at [email protected] to check
active status
Defining Success
by Sarah Laprade
Check out her winning
article in the SWE
Magazine Spring
2010 Issue
RPI SWE Professional Polo
Aspire • Advance • Achieve
$20 for National Active RPI SWE Members
$30 Non-discounted Price
Capital IQ SWE T-Shirt
Are you a National member?
Have you received you free SWE T-shirt yet?
Pick one up before you leave.
Not a National SWE Member?
Go to http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org/
and sign up now.
National Membership
 Standard Collegiate membership
 $20/year
 Eligibility for SWE Scholarships
 Access to the online SWE Career Center
 Access to the SWE Membership Database
 FREE Professional development Webinars
 Discounted Conference Registration
 Discounted Kaplan courses
 20% off FE & PE
 $50 off GRE, GMAT, LSAT prep classes
 FREE SWE Magazine subscription
You must be a paid National Member to claim SWE membership on your resume
Contact: Jenna Covill, [email protected]
Positions
 President
 Vice President
 Treasurer
 Secretary
 Corporate Relations Director
 Outreach Director
 Alumni Relations Director
 Membership Director
 Publicity Director
 Knowledge Source Director
 Communications Director
 Engineering Event Direct
President
1. Represent the section before the public and preside at meetings of the section and its
executive council;
2. Appoint the chairs of all committees, with the approval of the executive council, except
the chair of the nominating committee;
3. Approve the appointment of all committee members, except the members of the
nominating committee;
4. Authorize the disbursement of section funds within the budget approved by the
executive council;
5. Be an authorized signatory on all section accounts;
6. Coordinate activities and execute the business and policies of the section between
meetings;
7. Coordinate the submittal of quarterly reports to the region representative;
8. Submit the section annual report to the Society in accordance with established
procedures;
9. Review and approve the year-end section financial report;
10. Coordinate submittal of awards;
11. Coordinate section attendance to Society conferences;
12. Maintain contact with Rensselaer faculty and staff of programs related to the section’s
needs; and
13. Perform other duties normally associated with the office of president or as may be
assigned by the executive council or the governance documents.
PRESIDENT CANDIDATES
Andrea Nordberg
Andrea Nordberg
Major: BME
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
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I have been a member of RPI SWE for three years and held an officer position for two years. Being
involved in SWE has been one of my most defining college experiences and that’s what I hope to make
it for every SWE member.
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I’d like to see the organization continue to become better and better and to increase its presence on
campus.
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I really believe in the cause of providing a supportive network and professional skills to promote
women of all ages to pursue technical careers and undergraduate and graduate degrees in the STEM
fields.
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I am proud to be a member of SWE.
What qualifies you for the position?
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As the current RPI SWE Vice President I have been very involved in SWE this year, including running
a few E-board meetings and one general body meeting. These experiences have shown me the
elements necessary to run a successful meeting and how to prepare myself so that the meetings run
well.
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My experience on the E-board has shown me the importance of working together and how succession
training is necessary to the continuity of the organization. I look forward to working with a great
group of women and ensuring that each of them are prepared and supported in their positions. It is
also important to me to encourage members of the general body to have a greater involvement in the
organization through committees and helping with events.
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I have attended two national SWE conferences and one regional conference (two as of the end of the
year).
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I have experience in representing RPI SWE at these conferences and at various meetings with
corporate sponsors and campus contacts.
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I am organized and punctual and I will be careful to prepare meeting agendas and PowerPoint's as well
as submit the RCR reports on time. I feel prepared to take over this role and show RPI SWE for the
best that it is.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
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Vice President of RPI SWE ’09-’10
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Regional Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair ’10
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Secretary of RPI SWE ’08-’09
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I have been involving in the planning of many of RPI SWE’s signature events including Breaking
Barriers Women Unite, the Etiquette Dinner, Registration Roundtable, Post-Grad Panel, Regional
Conference attendance, Off-campus living informational event.
Other information :
I am very excited about taking on this role in RPI SWE and I will devote a great deal of my time to
making sure that we continue to excel. I want SWE events to be something that all members look
forward to by offering exciting new opportunities for professional development, networking with
corporate contacts or alumni and inspiring the next generation of engineers with outreach programs.
Vice President
1. Assume the duties of the president if the president
is temporarily unable to serve;
2. Oversees scheduling of all section events and
coordinates with other campus organizations;
3. Coordinates section attendance to region
conferences; and
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
VICE PRESIDENT
CANDIDATES
Andie Maret
Sara Sass
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
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Andie Maret
Major: Chem. Eng.
Class Year: 2012
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In general, I am running to be an e-board officer because I have served on the e-board for the
past year and a half and I have never seen a team like it. Everyone has such motivation to really
cause change and hold standards high. I think it is a great environment to be in. I have learned
so much not only from the professionals we interact with, but from my peers and their
experiences.
I am running for a position to be able to continuously give back to an organization that offers
me so much.
In particular I am choosing to run for Vice President because I enjoy being involved in SWE in
whatever way I can, and especially helping when more man power is needed in certain
situations. Sometimes as outreach director I was too busy with one project to offer any help to
others or to carry a new idea through.
I feel vice president has a broader definition and in that position I would be able to participate
in many events always learning from one and applying it to another.
I also really love regional’s and would be excited to be on the front lines of this event!
What qualifies you for the position?
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I feel I am qualified to be Vice President of the Society of Women Engineers because of my
experience this past year as Outreach Director. I feel this role held a lot of responsibility to be
able to organize and perform an event in manner that portrays a positive image of RPI SWE to
the public. One has to think of all possibilities when planning and be prepared for whatever
might come your way. As outreach director, I was the leader of the outreach committee, and
through this experience I found the importance of teamwork and the opinions and ideas of
others on the committee. We as SWE, would not have been able to say we accomplished “Girl
Scout Engineering Day” without each and every participant. The sign holder in the parking lot
is just as important as each activity leader.
And even in my experience with the Junior First Lego League, when Courtney Moore
approached me at the end of last year I was hesitant to say we could do it because “I didn’t feel
we had the time,” but it was really I didn’t have the time. I have learned how to combat my
micromanaging impulses and really to use the strengths of each team member.
Already serving on the e-board has taught me people skills useful for scheduling and arranging
events on campus. Most importantly I understand that sometimes, as much as RPI students
love email, it is not always the best method of communication. I am comfortable seeking out
individuals in person or even calling them.
Additionally, Vice President is responsible for collaborating with NSBE and SHPE to organize
Breaking Barriers Women Unite. I have attended BBWU for the two years I have been in SWE
and I feel I have a good grasp on its goals and purpose. Because I have attended more than once
I have been able to see it grow and change and have given thought to how I would be able to
continue the tradition and also add on to it the following year.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
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I joined SWE at the beginning of freshman year and came onto the e-board my second
semester to fill in the position of Social/Networking/Alumni Coordinator.
This year I am the Outreach Director.
In addition to fulfilling my responsibilities on the e-board I attend events such as Breaking
Barriers Women Unite, Home SWE Home, The Inside Scoop on Undergraduate Research,
decorating the display case, The Fall Alumni Social and many more.
Sara Sass
Major: BME
Class Year: 2012
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I am choosing to run for a SWE officer position as I believe I can bring value to
RPI SWE in the positions I have chosen. This past year, I have dedicated my
qualities to RPI SWE in both its executive board and its general body.
 I believe my commitment to RPI SWE and my motivation in its continued
development and excellence will be an asset in the future.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I believe I am qualified to run for vice president as I have worked closely with the
current vice president, Andrea Nordberg, on Breaking Barriers: Women Unite. I
was one of the two SWE representatives for the event and I was responsible for
ensuring the event ran smoothly. I also created the website for the event and
organized the décor.
 I have been responsible for the reservation of the projectors for our general body
meetings and other events and I have also reserved rooms as a member of the
Asian Awareness Week executive board.
 My organizational skills have come to light as a result of my treasury position on
the RPI SWE executive board of 2009-2010. Also, due to my treasury position and
budget creation, I have a keen knowledge of the extent and expanse of each SWE
event.
 I have volunteered at multiple SWE events since my involvement in SWE
freshman year, and I am organizing one, the SWE Etiquette Dinner of this year.
 I believe I can be a good SWE vice president because I am committed to SWE.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 I have been involved on the SWE executive board 2009-2010 as SWE treasurer
 I am on the regional planning committee
 I was on the Breaking Barriers: Women Unite committee for this year and for last
year
 I was a volunteer at 2010 Quizbowl, 2010 and 2009 Exploring Engineering Day,
SWE Welcome Back Barbecue
 I was a panelist for the Inside Scoop on Undergraduate Research 2009
 I have been involved/have attended the holiday socials of 2009 and 2010,
Celebrate RPI SWE 2009, the general body meetings of 2010
Other information:
I love RPI SWE.
Treasurer
1. Responsible for the collection, distribution, and
safekeeping of section funds;
2.Prepare, maintain, and report as directed on the
financial position of the section in relation to the
approved budget;
3. Prepare and file taxes on behalf of the section if
necessary;
4.Submit a financial report to the Society in accordance
with established procedures;
5. Perform other duties normally associated with the
office of treasurer or as may be assigned by the
president, the executive council, or the governance
documents.
TREASURER
CANDIDATES
Cary Kaczowka
Morgan Weest
Cary Kaczowka
Major: Mech. Eng. &
Product Design and
Innovation
Class Year: 2013
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I have had a great experience as a freshman representative on the
E-Board and I would really enjoy continuing to contribute to RPI
SWE.
 There are many potential events that I would love to create with
the rest of the E-Board, and as always I want to help to
continuously improve our chapter and its reputation.
What qualifies you for the position?
 Our treasurer needs to be very organized and level headed,
especially considering the amount of funds that RPI SWE
maintains and collects from sponsors and awards.
 I am very competent in Excel, the format the treasurer uses to
report, track, and evaluate our funds.
 I am also easy to contact and I can ensure that documents I
maintain are current.
 Maintaining a current budget allows RPI SWE to really know what
we have to work with in order to make every event the best it can
be.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with
SWE?
 This past year I was a freshman representative for SWE.
 I assisted with many events and also had the opportunity to
coordinate the Home SWE Home off-campus housing event.
 I am also on the Outreach Committee, and volunteered at Girl
Scout Engineering Day and Exploring Engineering Day.
Other information:
In addition to heavy involvement with SWE, I have continued to
participate on the club volleyball team here at RPI and maintain
my grades. I am confident that I would be a board member that
SWE can be proud of.
Morgan Weest
Major: Aero / MechE
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I was on the E-board this past year and enjoyed it very
much. I learned a lot about myself, the other members of
SWE and the SWE organization. I feel that being a part of
the E-board is a great opportunity for me to be able to grow
and is a way that I can contribute my ideas and talents to
RPI SWE.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I am organized, and good at keeping track of money. As
the president for Independent Council I have already
written a budget for a union funded club and know the
process of handling union funds.
 I have run several events and managed payment for the
items needed for the events. I have served on the E-board
this past year and understand the commitment and
responsibilities required of this position. Being an E-board
member has also given me insight into what needs to be
budgeted for SWE events.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in
with SWE?
I have been on the E-board. I have attended many of the
SWE events held by other SWE E-board members. I
volunteered as a group chaperone for the Explore
Engineering Day.
Vicki Wu
Aero Eng./Economics
Class Year: Senior
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer
position?
 I have enjoyed participating in SWE events and
would like to give back to SWE by becoming an
officer and help promote through the website and
make sure members can find out information for
events.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I am very good with finances (dual major with
economics) and extremely organized.
 I believe I can do a good job managing and allocating
the funds.
What activities and/or committees have you been
involved in with SWE?
 Attended the Breaking Barriers Women Unite
 Will be attending the Regional Conference!
Other information:
I’m really good with money!
Secretary
1. Maintain the records of the section;
2. Maintain the goals of the section and ensure that
they are being pursued; and
3. Perform other duties normally associated with the
office of secretary or as may be assigned by the
president, the executive council, or the governance
documents.
SECRETARY
CANDIDATE
Cary Kaczowka
Cary Kaczowka
Major: Mech. Eng. &
Product Design and
Innovation
Class Year: 2013
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I have had a great experience as a freshman representative on the EBoard and I would really enjoy continuing to contribute to RPI SWE.
 There are many potential events that I would love to create with the
rest of the E-Board, and as always I want to help to continuously
improve our chapter and its reputation.
What qualifies you for the position(s)? Please be specific in regards to
descriptions and officer duties listed in bylaws.
 As a freshman representative, I have had the opportunity to take the EBoard minutes during multiple Sunday meetings when our secretary
was unavailable.
 This gave me experience and confidence in my potential to perform the
secretary’s duties to the fullest.
 I am also quite organized and familiar with the activity reports that the
secretary will have to collect and maintain.
 I also look forward to the possibility of working on the expanded
responsibilities of the secretary by maintaining information on our
traditions and achievements.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 This past year I was a freshman representative for SWE.
 I assisted with many events and also had the opportunity to coordinate
the Home SWE Home off-campus housing event.
 I am also on the Outreach Committee, and volunteered at Girl Scout
Engineering Day and Exploring Engineering Day.
Other information:
In addition to heavy involvement with SWE, I have continued to
participate on the club volleyball team here at RPI and maintain my
grades. I am confident that I would be a board member that SWE can
be proud of.
Corporate Relations Director
1. Coordinate all professional events, workshops and
speakers;
2. Be a liaison with corporate supporters of the
section;
3. Responsible for acquiring relationships with
corporate supporters of the section;
4.Prepare corporate sponsorship requests;
5. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
Corporate Relations Director
CANDIDATES
Andie Maret
Sara Sass
Gwen Reynolds
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
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Andie Maret
Major: Chem. Eng.
Class Year: 2012
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In general, I am running to be an e-board officer because I have served on the e-board for the past year and a half
and I have never seen a team like it. Everyone has such motivation to really cause change and hold standards high. I
think it is a great environment to be in. I have learned so much not only from the professionals we interact with, but
from my peers and their experiences.
I am running for a position to be able to continuously give back to an organization that offers me so much.
I am running for Corporate Relations because I believe there are many ways that we can be involved with
professionals that we have not tapped into yet such as doing outreach programs with professionals in the field. In
this way, we would be closer to more resources and possibly more expensive technology to teach and show children
to get them even more exciting about engineering. As just RPI SWE we cannot always afford this or do not have
access to, but we have the man power and motivation to organize. I also enjoy working with professionals and highly
value networking.
What qualifies you for the position?
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I feel I am qualified to be Vice President of the Society of Women Engineers because of my experience this past year
as Outreach Director. I feel this role held a lot of responsibility to be able to organize and perform an event in
manner that portrays a positive image of RPI SWE to the public. One has to think of all possibilities when planning
and be prepared for whatever might come your way. As outreach director, I was the leader of the outreach
committee, and through this experience I found the importance of teamwork and the opinions and ideas of others on
the committee. We as SWE, would not have been able to say we accomplished “Girl Scout Engineering Day” without
each and every participant. The sign holder in the parking lot is just as important as each activity leader.
And even in my experience with the Junior First Lego League, when Courtney Moore approached me at the end of
last year I was hesitant to say we could do it because “I didn’t feel we had the time,” but it was really I didn’t have the
time. I have learned how to combat my micromanaging impulses and really to use the strengths of each team
member.
Already serving on the e-board has taught me people skills useful for scheduling and arranging events on campus.
Most importantly I understand that sometimes, as much as RPI students love email, it is not always the best method
of communication. I am comfortable seeking out individuals in person or even calling them.
I am qualified for Corporate Relations because I can communicate effectively and see tasks through. As outreach
director I coordinated frequently with Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, meeting with the program developer in
the Fall to plan ways SWE can offer volunteers and also, seeking resources for how we can advertise our pre-existing
events (like Girl Scout Engineering Day). I believe I upheld a positive image of RPI SWE through my presentations in
both Girl Scout Engineering Day and Exploring Engineering Day and would like to continue this on the corporate
relations side. I understand the value of networking and seizing any opportunity that is given to you. This past
summer at my internship I had to not only communicate and seek out professionals in my immediate facility, but I
also had to reach out to other distributors to test their products. At the end of my summer I even presented my
findings to the distributor. As corporate coordinator I feel I would be able to uphold a highly professional image of
RPI SWE and find new ways to use my position to advance SWE.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
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I joined SWE at the beginning of freshman year and came onto the e-board my second semester to fill in the position
of Social/Networking/Alumni Coordinator.
This year I am the Outreach Director.
In addition to fulfilling my responsibilities on the e-board I attend events such as Breaking Barriers Women Unite,
Home SWE Home, The Inside Scoop on Undergraduate Research, decorating the display case, The Fall Alumni
Social and many more.
Sara Sass
Major: BME
Class Year: 2012
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I am choosing to run for a SWE officer position as I believe I can bring
value to RPI SWE in the positions I have chosen. This past year, I have
dedicated my qualities to RPI SWE in both its executive board and its
general body.
 I believe my commitment to RPI SWE and my motivation in its
continued development and excellence will be an asset in the future.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I believe I can be a good corporate coordinator as, through my
financial background with SWE, I am familiar with the corporate
donors of our organization.
 I am familiar with the way companies deposit money, as well as their
contacts in the Rensselaer community they use to interact this way.
 My organizational skills with money and my dedication to the SWE
budget and its handling will be assets in the corporate coordinator
position.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 I have been involved on the SWE executive board 2009-2010 as SWE
treasurer
 I am on the regional planning committee
 I was on the Breaking Barriers: Women Unite committee for this year
and for last year
 I was a volunteer at 2010 Quizbowl, 2010 and 2009 Exploring
Engineering Day, SWE Welcome Back Barbecue
 I was a panelist for the Inside Scoop on Undergraduate Research 2009
 I have been involved/have attended the holiday socials of 2009 and
2010, Celebrate RPI SWE 2009, the general body meetings of 2010
Other information:
I love RPI SWE.
Gwen Reynolds
Major: Nuclear Eng.
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
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My unrestrained drive and social energy will benefit RPI’s SWE to continue
our involvement with any technological or engineering related company.
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I would like to insure that all corporations which any of our members holds
even a small spark of interest in, is contacted and associated with RPI SWE.
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At the same time, I would like to reach out to engineering and technology
related corporations which may not be as common or popular, to ensure RPI
SWE’s exposure and verify a solid flow of information to our members.
What qualifies you for the position?
 To exhibit my experience and comfort level with professional matters:
 While serving on the USS Theodore Roosevelt, I qualified Reactor Operator,
Reactor Technician, and Watch Supervisor, achieving such an expert status,
that every nuclear-trained operator on the ship was required to pass a
written test, and a two hour long oral examination, each created and
administered solely by myself. Before that, I was the supervisor for #2
reactor plant, aboard the same ship. This job included organizing,
supervising, and scheduling over 300 Reactor I&C maintenance items, to
include the reactor vessel itself. At the same time, I became the liaison
between Norfolk Naval Shipyard Engineers, and the Roosevelt’s Reactor
Controls Department regarding the aforementioned maintenance items.
 To exhibit my experience and repose for planning events:
 I have held the position of assistant manager of a nationally franchised
restaurant for just over a year. I have also served in restaurants for a total of
5 years, in establishments ranging from a locally owned Mexican restaurant,
to fine dining, to include the banquet hall at Saratoga National Golf Course.
On a personal note, I adore dining and the restaurant business, and hope to
open my own restaurant, when I retire.
 To exhibit my interest in academia’s extra-curricular activities:
 While at the University of Florida, I served as the American Nuclear
Society’s Representative to the Benton Engineering Council (the student
legislative body for UF’s College of Engineering), for two years. At this time I
served on the finance committee of the Council, to include a year as
Assistant Treasurer.
Other information:
This is my first year at RPI, and therefore my first year with RPI SWE. I am on the
Regional Planning Conference Committee, and attending this years Regional
Conference in Boston.
Outreach Director
1. Maintain communication with local educational
outreach activities the section participates in;
2. Provide oversight and guidance to the committee
chairs as assigned; and
3. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
OUTREACH DIRECTOR
CANDIDATES
Lesley Wu
Maureen Newman
Lesley Wu
Major: BME
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I have become much more active in SWE this year
 I think my talents could be put to good use as an officer
 I am dedicated and methodical, which can be seen with the outreach events
that I ran this semester.
 I also really enjoy teaching kids engineering concepts and seeing how
enthusiastic they are.
 And after serving on the Outreach Committee, I have had such a positive
experience that I want to have more input in planning the events.
What qualifies you for the position?
 This past semester I was leader of the Liquid Nitrogen event for GS
Engineering day and I modified the event with extremely positive results.
 I was the upperclassman responsible for the “How Fast Are You?” event for
EED but was unable to attend.
 I planned the event and prepared my group members to run the event
without me.
 I have experience working with children as well as teenagers in a setting
very similar to the outreach events.
 I was involved with a summer engineering camp called Design camp for five
years and taught as an intern for three of those five years.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 I was an EED session leader, on the Quizbowl Committee, a GS Engineering
Day event leader, and a member of the Outreach Committee.
 In terms of non-outreach activities, I have been assisting the e-board with
whatever needs to be done, like grilling at the Welcome BBQ and going to
purchase supplies for EED/GS Engineering Day.
 I am also one of the most active members of RPI SWE and attend/assist
almost every event that is held.
Other information:
I am the Vice President of the Rifle Club and a member of the Racquetball
Club. I also have a patent-in-progress stemming from my IED group project
from last year.
Maureen Newman
Major: BME
Class Year: 2013
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 In general, I am interested in helping to plan activities for the members of
SWE to see more involvement and to benefit all members.
 Specifically, I am running for Outreach Coordinator because I am excited
about involving younger females in engineering activities. As a junior in
high school, I attended a SWE overnight event at another college and
appreciated the help and guidance put forth from the volunteers. Their
attitude made me want to do the same for girls like me who are considering
a math- or science-oriented field. I would be able to accomplish this as
Outreach Coordinator.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I am a leader and a planner with a strong work ethic.
 I held multiple club president positions in high school and was very
involved in my role.

I will be able to take on the responsibility of coordinating the required
outreach events and would like to see more outreach events held by SWE.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 I have attended several SWE events, including Registration Roundtable,
Bowling Night, and the College Bowl.
 Additionally, I am part of the Outreach Committee and am secretary of the
Regional Conference Planning Committee.
 I was also a session leader for Exploring Engineering Day.
Other information:
I consider myself to be an effortless leader. When I lead a group, I do not
concentrate on ordering people to complete tasks; rather, I work alongside
everyone to ensure a project is going smoothly and meets the standards of a
group as a whole. With that in consideration, please give me the
opportunity to collaborate with the Society of Women Engineers so that we
can all have another productive year.
Publicity Director
1. Responsible for advertisement of section activities;
2. Responsible for correspondence with general
body;
3. Represent and promote the section at university
activity fairs; and
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
PUBLICITY DIRECTOR
CANDIDATES
Christine Falce
Erin Hansen
Christine Falce
Major: BME
Class Year: 2012
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I would like to be more involved in this wonderful
organization.
 I am already an active and dedicated member of SWE, but
I am always looking for ways to do more.
What qualifies you for the position?
 Organized
 Creative
 Artistic
 Responsible
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in
with SWE?
 I have been a very active member of SWE.
 Last year as a freshman I took part in the Girl Scout
engineering day, Exploring Engineering Day, and was part
of the Outreach Committee.
 This year I was a session leader for girl scout engineering
day, I was a part of the college bowl SWE team, and I was a
volunteer for EED.
Other information:
I won the most active freshman award last year. I LOVE
earning SWE points!
Erin Hansen
Major: Physics
Class Year: 2013
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 As a Freshman Representative for RPI SWE for the 2009-2010 academic
year, I have been exposed to numerous opportunities that are presented to
SWE officers.
 I have been able to influence children into engineering fields, presented
research opportunities to the general body, and have learned leadership
and personal skills through a unique leadership series.
 I have been affected and have affected others through a position as a SWE
officer, and I wish to continue to do so as Publicity Director.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I have represented the Class of 2013 as the Freshman Representative and
therefore have been exposed to the inner workings of the RPI SWE
Executive Board.
 I have experience with HTML and graphic design, and I have designed
several advertisements that have been presented to the general campus,
including advertisements for The Inside Scoop, Holiday Social, and
Quizbowl. I have also had experience advertising to residents as a member
of the Residence Hall Association – as a hall chair it is part of my duty to
advertise events to the general public.
 As general qualifications, I am highly organized and I have great
communication skills, especially through electronic mediums.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 Freshman Representative
 Volunteer Coordinator, EED
 Logistics Committee, RCPC 2011 Bid
Other information:
I am looking forward to seeing RPI SWE grow as a collegiate section. We
won outstanding awards for the last academic year, and I hope to be a part
of leading RPI SWE in its growth and recognition as an amazing section.
Membership Director
1. Responsible for membership recruitment and
retention activities of the section;
2. Facilitate the transition of collegiate membership
to professional membership;
3. Maintain records of active and national
membership status; and
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
CANDIDATES
Christine Falce
Jessica Wong
Emily Landis
Christine Falce
Major: BME
Class Year: 2012
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I would like to be more involved in this wonderful
organization.
 I am already an active and dedicated member of SWE, but
I am always looking for ways to do more.
What qualifies you for the position?
 Organized
 Creative
 Artistic
 Responsible
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in
with SWE?
 I have been a very active member of SWE.
 Last year as a freshman I took part in the Girl Scout
engineering day, Exploring Engineering Day, and was part
of the Outreach Committee.
 This year I was a session leader for girl scout engineering
day, I was a part of the college bowl SWE team, and I was a
volunteer for EED.
Other information:
I won the most active freshman award last year. I LOVE
earning SWE points!
Jessica Wong
Major: IME
Class Year: 2012
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I would like to become more involved with SWE and am
enthusiastic about other women joining SWE.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I believe that I am a good choice for the Membership Director
position because I have experience in recruitment as the co-chair
of Recruitment in the Red & White organization and in my
sorority. These two organization also gave me valuable event
coordination experience which will help me plan and hold
successful events and I am also very organized and can maintain
records of the RPI SWE members list.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with
SWE?
 General body meetings
 SWE regional conference
 Ice cream social
 SWE Kick-off BBQ
 Registration roundtable, etc…
Other information:
I am currently on Co-op and learning a lot not only about Industrial
Engineering, my major, but also corporate culture and what
college is ultimately preparing all of us for.
I would love to share these experiences with prospective members to
introduce them to what joining SWE can help them accomplish. I
am also excited to host events where current members can become
more involved and network within RPI’s chapter.
Emily Landis
Major: Mech. Eng.
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 SWE offers a great opportunity for developing the skills and
opportunities that will be beneficial later on in the professional world.
 I am applying for this position so that I can take advantage of all of
these opportunities, while at the same time contributing to the
successful running of our chapter. I have found being involved in SWE
to be a rewording experience and I would really like to become more
involved with in inner workings of the organization.
What qualifies you for the position?
 The position of Membership Director requires organization and
reliability, which are qualities that I think that I possess.
 I held a position with another organization on campus, which required
similar skills.
 I was the email coordinator for the Rensselaer Christian Association
for a year.
 The position required me to keep track of the email information of
everyone involved in the group as well as all of the information that
needed to be sent out every week.
 I believe that this prior position has fully prepared me to take on the
responsibility of Membership Director.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 I am currently involved with the Regional Conference Planning
Committee.
Knowledge Source Director
1. Responsible for providing RPI SWE general body
with opportunities for changing the professional
climate to enable women in engineering and
technology to excel;
2. Responsible for promoting programs which bridge
the gaps in recruitment, professional
development, and retention of women in
engineering;
3. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
Knowledge Source Director
CANDIDATE
Courtney Dunham
Courtney Dunham
Major: Mech. Eng.
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?

I want to continue my involvement with SWE on the Executive Board. This past year I have
attempted to branch out and be more involved with SWE beyond my duties as the current
Webmaster/Historian.

I want to grow as a person and help to ensure the future of SWE for years to come.

As Knowledge Source Director I could ensure that students in SWE have greater industry
knowledge and a better-rounded view of engineering and professional development.
What qualifies you for the position?

As SWE Quizbowl event chair I learned how to run an event successfully and increase
participation from the event the previous year. This experience and knowledge will help me as
the Knowledge Source Director because I would be in charge of numerous events throughout
the year that would bridge the gap between recruitment and retention of women in
engineering. SWE Quizbowl is held during Engineers Week and is campus-wide which allows
the participants to learn about RPI and National SWE.

I have attended Registration Roundtable the past 2 years so I know how it is set up and what to
expect for that event. I want to increase the industry presence SWE has and help SWE become
a top-notch organization. By increasing the plant tours and programs that enable women in
engineering and technology to excel, RPI SWE could be a gold level collegiate section
consistently, which is my goal.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?

In 2009 I was on the SWE Quizbowl Committee and this year I led the SWE Quizbowl.

I also was in charge of organizing “Working a Career Fair by Boeing’s Mark Lyden.”

I was also on the committee for Breaking Barriers Women Unite.

I attended SWE National Conference this past October and will be attending Regional
Conference this April.

I am the current Webmaster/Historian for SWE and helped SWE to win 2nd place Collegiate
Website at SWE National Conference in California this past October.
Other information:
In high school I was Vice President and Business Manager of my Robotics team. I continued to
be in a leadership position in my IED class where we mentored a local Robotics team where I
was Propulsion Team Leader. I know how to talk to corporate businessmen and promote any
organization I am a part of. With every task I am responsible for I give 100%. As Current
Webmaster I learned in a few weeks how to use and revamp a website and won the 2nd place
Collegiate Website Award. As SWE Quizbowl event chair I increased participation from the
previous year by 10%. The information session with Mark Lyden proved to be a success with
only one seat left available that night. These 3 instances show that I give it my all no matter
task I have before me and I will continue this if I am elected to either position on the Executive
Board.
Engineering Event Director
1. Organize and coordinate a large scale engineering
community event currently known as “Exploring
Engineering Day”;
2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents
Engineering Event Director
CANDIDATE
Eleana Manousiouthakis
Eleana
Manousiouthakis
Major: BME
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I want to run for a SWE officer position because I want to
be part of making the society that creates events and
opportunities for women and girls who are pursuing
engineering or interested in the sciences.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I am part of the Women at Rensselaer Mentor Program and
have coordinated social events for the program as well as
assisting with the Design Your Future Day program.
 I was a Girl Scout through high school and used to plan
events for younger girl scouts.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in
with SWE?
 I volunteered for EED this term,
 I was part of the Girl Scout Balloon Car Challenge
 I am part of the Regional Conference Planning Committee
Other information:
I have an undergraduate research program position within
Dr. Cynthia Collins’s Lab. I also work at EMPAC. I am
organized and a good collaborator.
Communications Director
1. Maintain electronic communications media;
2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
Communications Director
CANDIDATES
Courtney Dunham
Viki Wu
Courtney Dunham
Major: Mech. Eng.
Class Year: 2011
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer position?
 I want to continue my involvement with SWE on the Executive Board. This past
year I have attempted to branch out and be more involved with SWE beyond my
duties as the current Webmaster/Historian.
 I want to grow as a person and help to ensure the future of SWE for years to come.
 I want to bring back first place at SWE Nationals for Collegiate Website if elected
Communications Director.
What qualifies you for the position?
 As the current Webmaster/Historian I have proven that I am capable of updating
the website and keeping the SWE general body members informed about SWE
events.
 I want to continue as the Communications Director in hopes of winning 1 st place
Collegiate Website, improving from 2nd place at SWE Nationals this past October.
 I have more ideas I want to implement especially making it more content
oriented for future Communication Directors.
What activities and/or committees have you been involved in with SWE?
 In 2009 I was on the SWE Quizbowl Committee and this year I led the SWE
Quizbowl.
 I also was in charge of organizing “Working a Career Fair by Boeing’s Mark
Lyden.”
 I was also on the committee for Breaking Barriers Women Unite.
 I attended SWE National Conference this past October and will be attending
Regional Conference this April.
 I am the current Webmaster/Historian for SWE and helped SWE to win 2nd place
Collegiate Website at SWE National Conference in California this past October.
Other information:
In high school I was Vice President and Business Manager of my Robotics team. I
continued to be in a leadership position in my IED class where we mentored a
local Robotics team where I was Propulsion Team Leader. I know how to talk to
corporate businessmen and promote any organization I am a part of. With every
task I am responsible for I give 100%. As Current Webmaster I learned in a few
weeks how to use and revamp a website and won the 2nd place Collegiate Website
Award. As SWE Quizbowl event chair I increased participation from the previous
year by 10%. The information session with Mark Lyden proved to be a success
with only one seat left available that night. These 3 instances show that I give it
my all no matter task I have before me and I will continue this if I am elected to
either position on the Executive Board.
Vicki Wu
Aero Eng./Economics
Class Year: Senior
Why are you choosing to run for a SWE officer
position?
 I have enjoyed participating in SWE events
and would like to give back to SWE by
becoming an officer and help promote
through the website and make sure
members can find out information for
events.
What qualifies you for the position?
 I am great with communications related
things, like emails, websites, keeping you
guys up to date on what’s going on!
What activities and/or committees have you
been involved in with SWE?
 Attended the Breaking Barriers Women
Unite,
 Will be attending the Regional Conference!
Alumni Relations Director
1. Responsible for planning internal networking
events ;
2. Maintain alumni database and alumni events;
3. Prepare and distribute an alumni newsletter; and
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by
the president, the executive council, or the
governance documents.
Alumni Relations Director
CANDIDATE
Open Position
This could be you
From Bylaws:
The alumni director shall:
1. Responsible for planning internal networking events;
2. Maintain alumni database and alumni events;
3. Prepare and distribute an alumni newsletter; and
4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the
president, the executive council, or the governance
documents.
From the Officer Application:
 Alumni Relations Director
 Perform All duties as outlined by RPI SWE bylaws
 Hosts a minimum of 3 social networking events
 Holiday Social
 Ice cream Social
 Monday Night Bowling
 Racquetball Event
 Hosts a minimum of 2 professional networking events
 SWE Alumni lunch and trivia
 Albany Professional Section Event
 Maintain RPI SWE alumni contact information database
 Prepare and distribute alumni newsletter
See you at our Next GBM
Tuesday, April 20th 7-8pm