Ieee Iiuc Student Branch Wie Affinity

The official date of formation for IEEE IIUC SB WIE AG is 20th December , 2016. Parallel to the mission and vision of R10 WIE, our SB WIE AG will strive to engage, empower and encourage women working in the STEM fields, as well as assist them to reach their full potential. IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists. The mission of IEEE WIE is to facilitate the recruitment and retention of women in technical disciplines globally. IEEE WIE envisions a vibrant community of IEEE women and men collectively using their diverse talents to innovate for the benefit of humanity. IEEE WIE strives to: 1. Recognize women's outstanding achievements in electrical and electronics engineering through IEEE Awards nominations; 2. Organize receptions at major technical conferences to enhance networking and to promote membership in WIE; 3. Advocate women in leadership roles in IEEE governance and career advancement for women in the profession; 4. Provide assistance with the formation of new WIE Affinity Groups and support ongoing activities; 5. Promote IEEE member grade advancement for women to the membership grades of Senior member and Fellow; 6. Facilitate the development of programs and activities that promote the entry into and retention of women in engineering programs; 7. Administer the IEEE Student-Teacher and Research Engineer/Scientist (STAR) Program to mentor young women in junior and high schools.