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April 2025 Newsletter
April Newsletter HighlightsBetween rounds at the FIRST Rocket City Regional, we introduced competitors and spectators to additive manufacturing through the use of 3D printing pens.The results for the essay contest are in! Check out our blog post to learn more about the contest and read the top three essays.Blog Post Upcoming Events May Section Meeting…
2025 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest Results
2025 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest Results North Alabama SWE is excited to announce that the results of the second annual North Alabama STEM Essay contest are in! We received 91 total entries from across north Alabama, each of which was thoughtful and innovative. Our panel of judges thoroughly enjoyed reading all of the essays…
March 2025 Newsletter
March Newsletter Highlights Celebrating the incredible women who inspire, empower, and lead! It was an honor to co-host this empowering event with Women in Defense – Tennessee Valley Chapter in recognition of International Women’s Day. Upcoming Events April Section Meeting and SocialSaturday, April 5, 1 PM – 2 PMDowntown Huntsville Public Library Meeting Room A915…
Job Post 3/1/25
IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Process Engineer!This role is based at our Molding & Extrusion plant in Huntsville, Alabama, and will report to the Manufacturing Engineering…
February 2025 Newsletter
February NewsletterHighlightsAttendees of our Financial Planning Seminar enjoyed learning about wealth management and planning for the future over dinner at the Geeks and Nerds office downtown. Upcoming Events International Women’s Day CelebrationJoin North Alabama SWE and Women in Defense Tennessee Valley Chapter for an evening of celebration!Learn More March Section Meeting and SocialSaturday, March 8, 1…
January 2025 Newsletter
January NewsletterHighlightsOur first winter STEM camp at New Futures was a lot of fun–the participants enjoyed testing the structural integrity of buildings made of popsicle sticks and Play-Doh and then experimented with propulsion with balloon rockets. Upcoming Events ONLY A FEW TICKETS LEFT Financial Planning Seminar and DinnerJoin NAL SWE for a dinner and seminar, Women…
December 2024 Newsletter
December NewsletterHighlightsNAL SWE members showing off their painted pieces from the Nov. 14, pottery painting event.The NAL SWE Christmas tree is on display at the Downtown Huntsville Public Library. Thank you to our members who helped put it up!We forgot to take pictures at the event, but we want to extend a big thank you…
Job Posts – 12/10/2024
University of Alabama in Huntsville Position Announcement – Clinical Assistant Professor or Lecturer – Engineering Technology ProgramDepartment of ScienceThe University of Alabama in HuntsvillePosition Available: The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor or Lecturer position. This is a 9-month position with optional summer teaching opportunities. Applicants with an MS or PhD…
November 2024 Newsletter
November NewsletterHighlightsWE24 Conference RecapConference 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 PaintingUse the…
October 2024 Newsletter
October Newsletter HighlightsWE24 Conference Prep PanelOn September 28, NAL SWE teamed up with SWE Phoenix for an informational panel about conference. Members from both sections shared best practices for making the most out of conference!Celebrating FY24 SWE RecognitionThe SWE Recognition program honors SWE members, groups, and organizations that drive the organization forward. We are excited…
September 2024 Newsletter
September Newsletter Member HighlightsFY24 SWE Award WinnersThe Society of Women Engineers has recognized both Rachel Carter Snoddy and Shela Joyce for their impact on the Society and the engineering community. Rachel and Shela will accept their awards at the WE24 conference in Chicago. Upcoming Events WE24 Conference Prep Virtual EventSaturday, September 28, 3:00 PM –…
August 2024 Newsletter
August Newsletter Event HighlightsTrash Pandas Tour and GameSWE members enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of the stadium where they learned about the logistics of maintaining the stadium as well as the logistics of MLB teams.New Futures STEM CampDuring this year’s STEM camp, participants got to experiment with Alka-Seltzer rockets, send Peeps into space, and make their…
July 2024 Newsletter
July Newsletter Event HighlightFY24 Year-End CelebrationLast month, NAL SWE members gathered to celebrate the year’s accomplishments. We highlighted the year’s accomplishments and honored members and sponsors with a total of 21 awards. We are inspired by the successes of last year and excited for FY25!If you could not attend to receive your award, please reach…
June 2024 Newsletter
June Newsletter Welcome New MembersOur membership grew by 60 members in the past month! On behalf of the NAL SWE team, welcome! Elections ResultsFY25 OfficersPresident – Shela JoyceData Officer – Rachel CarterTreasurer – Darnisha CraneBecause we did not receive enough votes to reach quorum, the FY24 officer team will continue in their roles for the…
May 2024 Newsletter
May Newsletter Event Highlights Jennifer, Danielle, and Shela had a great time getting to know the students at Athens Renaissance School and answering their questions about engineering earlier this month. Elections Important DatesMay 1-15Elections open.Elections are officially open! A link to the ballot was sent to paid members on May 1–please email us if you…
April 2024 Newsletter
April Newsletter Event Highlights Top: Girls in Science and Engineering Day was so much fun! The students left with more insight into active problem solving and the engineering design process.Left: We hosted our first ever Speaker Session in March–but don’t worry if you missed it! You can watch it on YouTube using the button below.Speaker…
NAL SWE Speaker Series (3/23/24)
We kicked off the NAL SWE Speaker Series with a bang! 🔥 Our inaugural event was a success, featuring two incredible speakers who left us inspired and enlightened.
In the first session, Rachel Carter shared her expertise on “How to Own Your Time Management.” Attendees learned invaluable tips and practical strategies for maximizing productivity and taking control of their schedules.
In the following session, Dr. Alisa Henrie took discussed “Engineering: Weaving in vs. Weeding Out.” Her insights into the dynamic landscape of engineering and the importance of integration versus exclusion were both thought-provoking and empowering.
Thank you to everyone who attended and made our first event a memorable one! Stay tuned for more exciting sessions in our Speaker Series as we continue to empower and uplift women in engineering. Don’t forget to subscribe for updates on future events!
#EmpowerEngineeringTogether 💪✨
March 2024 Newsletter Part 2
March Newsletter Pt. 2We have a couple of updates we couldn’t wait to share—so here is part 2 of our March Newsletter! Outreach Opportunities SWENext Panel at Athens Renaissance SchoolWednesday, May 1, from 8AM-9AM601 S. Clinton StAthens, AL 35611Athens Renaissance School’s SWENext Club is looking for local professional SWE members to participate in a panel…
March 2024 Newsletter
March Newsletter Event Highlight In our first year of hosting the North Alabama STEM essay contest, we received nine thoughtful and innovative essays. Use the link below to view the results of the contest and read the top three essays. Thank you to all of our volunteers–this would not have been possible without you! Results Post…
2023 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest Results
2023 North Alabama STEM Essay Contest Results North Alabama SWE is excited to announce that the results of the first annual North Alabama STEM Essay contest are in! We received nine total entries from across north Alabama, each of which was thoughtful and innovative. Our panel of judges thoroughly enjoyed reading all of the essays…
February 2024 Newsletter
February Newsletter Upcoming Events March Section Meeting and SocialMarch 9, 1 PM – 2 PMDowntown Huntsville Public Library Meeting Room C915 Monroe StreetHuntsville, AL 35801Meet 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. NAL SWE Speaker SeriesMarch 23, 5:30 PM –…
January 2024 Newsletter
January NewsletterMember HighlightThank you to our members who came out to celebrate the New Year at MELT! We had a great time, ate yummy food, and are looking forward to many more events this year! Upcoming Events February Section Meeting and SocialFebruary 10, 1 PM – 2 PM Downtown Huntsville Public Library Meeting Room A915…
December 2023 Newsletter
December NewsletterMember HighlightLeft: We had a great time at South’s BEST! We made paper helicopters with kids and recruited for SWENext.Right: Check out our tree for the 2023 Festival of Trees at the downtown location of the Huntsville Madison County Public Library. Upcoming Events New Year’s BrunchCome celebrate the New Year with SWE!Jan. 6, at 11 AMMelt201…
