 November Newsletter Highlights  WE24 Conference Recap Conference was a blast, and NAL SWE represented! Our members were seen on the Jumbotron, at the career fair, at sessions as both speakers and guests, and at the SWE Boutique. We hope everyone had an amazing time–we can’t wait for next year! |
| Upcoming Events |
Join NAL SWE for Pottery Painting Use the link below to sign up! SWE members can email us at nal@swe.org for the membership price promo code. Sign Up |
Join NAL SWE for Our Q2 Professional Development Event Use the link below to sign up. Sign Up We need extra volunteers to help review resumes during the event–please reach out for more details if you’re interested! Email Us |
Festival of Trees North Alabama SWE has been invited to put up a tree at the Huntsville Public Library Downtown location. Interested in helping us set up? Email us! Email Us! |
| December Section Meeting and Social Saturday, December 14, 1 PM – 2 PM Downtown Huntsville Public Library Meeting Room A 915 Monroe Street Huntsville, AL 35801 Meet fellow members and learn about what is going on in the section! The meeting will begin at 1 PM with the social immediately to follow. |
| Save the Date For… NAL SWE Financial Planning Seminar & Dinner January 14, 2025 after work hours We are ironing out the final details, but we are excited to announce our financial planning session coming up in January! The seminar will cover the life cycle of financial planning with a Q&A session to follow. Dinner will be provided for attendees. |
| Outreach Opportunities |
2025 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest The 2025 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest is underway! Please share our flyer and social media posts to help get the word out. We will need essay readers/judges starting in January; if you are interested, please fill out the form via the button below. Volunteer |
| James Clemens High School SWENext Guest Speaker Thank you so much for your help and willingness to volunteer! We filled ALL of the available slots for this year! |
| General Announcements |
| Call for Committee Chairs We are seeking volunteers for the committee positions listed below. If you are interested in volunteering, please email us using the button below. Chair positions are available on a first come, first served basis. Q2 Outreach Chair Commitment Length October – December Duties Support continuance of re-occurring outreach New Futures Winter STEM Camp Coordinating new partnerships and outreach opportunities Coordinate volunteers who are focused on K12 outreach events Email us |
NAL SWE Merch  The merch is in! Send us an email to schedule pickup/delivery of your items. |
| Job Postings NAL SWE is offering free job postings via our blog. If you or your employer would like to share jobs with our members, reach out to us via email. View Jobs |
| Job Opportunity Info Session Clinical Faculty (Professor of Practice) in Aerospace Engineering (Open Rank) Department of Aerospace Engineering Grainger College of Engineering University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign An informational webinar will be on Wednesday, November 20 at 6:00 PM Central Time. Join via Zoom View Job Post |
| Dollars for Doers What is it? A corporate program that encourages employees to volunteer by donating money to the organizations based on the hours volunteered Does my company have it? You can check with your HR representative to see if your company participates or ask us to see a general list of companies that have historically had programs What time counts? Any time volunteered on behalf of the organization counts, including leadership activities, time spent on a committee, and outreach What will NAL SWE do with Dollars for Doers money? NAL SWE wants to use money from this program to support future scholarship programs and outreach |
| Membership Programming Poll What would you like to see from NAL SWE? Use the poll below to give us feedback and let us know what types of events you’d like to see in the future. Poll |
| Call for Speakers We’re hosting a virtual speaker series, and we’re looking for speakers! Interested in presenting? Use the interest form below to briefly pitch your ideas. You don’t need to have fully formed presentations yet, and we can help with development as needed. Poll |
| Behind the Scenes Scholarships We have a sponsor interested in helping us start a section selected scholarship! Keep your eyes open for more details coming soon. Website Updates We’ve added new content to our website nal.swe.org Awards Committee The Awards Committee is working on developing an awards program for the section–thank you Lindsey and Sukhi! New Futures Winter STEM Camp We are working on planning a STEM camp at New Futures over the holiday. |
| Topics of the Month |
 Native American Heritage Month November is a time to honor Native American Heritage Month, celebrating the rich cultures, histories, and traditions of Native peoples across the United States. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the enduring contributions of Indigenous communities, from their deep connection to the land to their resilience in the face of adversity. By recognizing and respecting Native American heritage, we not only acknowledge the past but also work toward a future where Native voices are heard, valued, and respected. Huntsville Events Huntsville Museum of Art showcase: Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass Learn More SWE Resources SWE wrote an article that includes a collection of resources, including the Indigenous Peoples Affinity Group, articles, podcasts, and more. Learn More |
 Veterans Day On Veterans Day, we honor and express our deepest gratitude to the men and women who have served in the U.S. military, including those from Huntsville, Alabama, a city with a strong legacy of service. This day serves as a reminder of their courage, dedication, and the lasting impact of their service on our community and country. Huntsville Events US Veterans Memorial Museum Open HouseNov. 11 @ 10 AM Veterans Day Parade (Downtown Huntsville)Nov. 11 @ 11 AM Learn More SWE Resources Military & Veterans Affinity Group November Monthly Meet-up Date: Thursday 21 November 2024 Time: 19:00 – 20:00 CST Join Google Meet |
 Have ideas for outreach or events? Email us! We’d love to have your input on what is important to you or how you’d like to see SWE participate in the community. NAL SWE is always open to feedback and ideas. Email Us |
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