The AWiSE program was created by UCLA graduate students in response to the observation that while women comprise a significant percent of the student population in science and engineering graduate programs, they are underrepresented in leadership roles in academia and industry. 

AWiSE addresses this disparity through offering training, education, mentorship, and community service opportunities to support women in STEM. We hope to encourage our members to be advocates for diversity in their careers, and ultimately break down existing gender barriers.