Sponsored by the Department of Chemistry's Graduate Diversity and Program Climate Office and the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, the annual Gender Equity in Chemical Sciences Conference is open to all graduate students and post-docs in both departments who are passionate about advocating for and supporting the professional advancement of women in the chemical sciences.
The main objectives of the conference are to provide professional and social networking opportunities, offer advice and information regarding early graduate school decisions, and provide career development information and perspectives.
The conference is offered at no cost for all participants.
2025 Gender Equity in the Chemical Sciences Conference
Struggles and Resilience in the Path Towards Gender Equity in Science
Friday, September 12, 2025
9 AM - 3 PM
Illini Union Room 314
Schedule
9 AM - Registration, Breakfast, and Welcome
10 AM - Workshop on Gender Equity with Ross Wantland
11 AM - Faculty Panel
12 PM - Lunch
1 PM - Keynote Speaker Brenda Andrade - Lecture and Q&A
2:15 PM - Award Presentation and Closing Remarks
The breakfast, lunch, and activity will be capped at the first 60 people to register for each; click on the registration link to attend breakfast and/or lunch. Submit the form by Monday, September 8.
Email aramey2@illinois.edu, chem-advocacy@illinois.edu, chbe-advocacy@illinois.edu with any questions.
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