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Large Turnout to Learn More About SWE

10/22/2016

On Thursday, December 20th, SWE ECI hosted a "SWE'd Like to Introduce Ourselves" event for all of our new members and those interested in learning more about SWE. The event was co-hosted by Rockwell Collins' Women's Forum. This year, Rockwell has sponsored 200 memberships to the Society for their employees. Vice President of Commercial Systems Engineering and Corporate Sponsor of the Women's Forum, Leigh Parker, was on hand to welcome the attendees and kick off the program.

Almost 80 people showed up to participate at Eastbank Venue & Lounge in the old Smulekoff's building downtown. The night began with a fun ice breaker event, followed by a presentation about SWE and the opportunities membership presents by SWE president Katie Allen.

We would like to thank all the people that came out to make this event so popular!

SWE-ECI and Univeristy of Iowa Team Up for High School Conference

4/18/2016

On April 15th, 44 high school students came to the University of Iowa campus to learn more about engineering as a major and a career. SWE-ECI once again hosted a Q&A session for the students. Six professionals representing General Mills, ITC, P&G, Quaker Oats, and Rockwell Collins were on the panel. They represented five different majors and many different career paths from operations to R&D. The students asked a lot of great questions and everyone seemed to learn something. Afterwards, the beautiful weather allowed everyone to go outside to dine on the SWE-ECI sponsored dinner. The panelists stayed to eat with the girls and answer any further question. It was a great night! Thanks to all the SWE-ECI members who helped out.

SWE Relaxes with Yoga

12/15/2015

On Wednesday, December 9th, members of SWE-ECI gathered at the Rockwell Collins Rec Center to take a yoga class led by core board member, Elise. We started the evening by focusing on our breathing and Elise set the mood with some relaxing music and scents of sandalwood and lavender. We then spent an energizing hour learning some basic stretches and even did some balancing. It was a great way to refocus during the busy holiday season. A few of us headed to Panera afterwards for smoothies and networking. It was a great evening all around. Thanks to all who attended!

Rockwell Collins' Jenny Miller Hosts Panel at WE15

11/1/2015

On Saturday, October 24th, as part of the Society of Women Engineer's Annual Conference. Sr Director of Avionics Programs at Rockwell Collins, Jenny Miller, from Cedar Rapids, hosted an inspiring panel on work life balance entitled "How Does She Do It?" Six other senior executives from major companies across the country joined her for this plenary session. They spoke about what worked and what didn't for them as they have grown their careers and families over the years. Watch the full video below!

SWE-ECI Sponsors Dinner and Panel at The University of Iowa, High School Conference

4/29/2015

On April 10th, seven SWE-ECI members participated in High School Conference, hosted by The University of Iowa’s SWE Collegiate Section. High School Conference is a weekend event that allows high school juniors and seniors to learn about potential careers in engineering, visit The University of Iowa, explore the College of Engineering, and interact with SWE.

SWE-ECI provided dinner for 19 High School attendees and 22 SWE Collegiate volunteers. After dinner, the SWE-ECI members formally introduced themselves and answered questions about their college experiences and careers in engineering. Amongst the panelists, the following 5 companies were represented: Procter & Gamble Oral Care, Rockwell Collins, General Mills, ITC Holdings, and Quaker Oats. The UI SWE Collegiate Section and SWE-ECI are already coordinating for next year’s event to make it even more successful than this year!

Members Learn from Managing Through Influence Webinar

4/9/2015

On Wednesday, April 8th, SWE-ECI members throughout the corridor gathered for lunch and to watch "Managing Through Influence Communication Skills Around Accountability, Conflict and Candor," a webinar presented by Aleen Bayard from Marketzing. The webinar was one of many available for free to SWE members on the society website.

SWE-ECI Receives Rockwell Collins Community Grant

2/16/2015

For the fifth year in a row, Rockwell Collins has donated $8,000 to our East Central Iowa Society of Women Engineer's chapter. Thanks to these funds, we can continue to hold free networking events, technical tours, and outreach events in our community. We also sponsor travel to the Iowa, Region H, and Annual conference for our members. Thank you Rockwell Collins for all you do for this chapter.

If your company would like to support SWE-ECI, please learn more about our vision and mission on our About page and visit our Sponsorship page to get involved.

Webinar: The Art of the Pitch: Pitching Yourself and Presenting Your Ideas Effectively

11/13/2014

On Wednesday, November 12, Companies in the corridor hosted conference rooms with pizza to watch the webinar and listen to brand strategist, Catherine Kaputa. She stressed that many strategies used by companies to pitch their products can be leveraged when creating your personal brand and pitch.

WE14 Inspires!

10/26/2014

This year’s SWE Annual Conference was held in Los Angeles, California from October 22nd to 25th. It truly captured the essence of its theme, “A Global Exchange for Change.”

Rockwell Collins Booth at Career Fair

Networking at Cedar Ridge Winery

9/12/2014

On Thursday, September 11th, SWE-ECI had our annual night out at the Cedar Ridge Winery. A number of women from General Mills, Rockwell Collins, Quaker, Dupont, P&G, HR Green, and other local companies came to network and socialize.

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