Upcoming Events
Ruth Dickie Scholarship & Grant-in Aid
Applications for the Ruth Dickie Scholarship & Grant-in-Aid open on January 29th! Whether you are a graduate student or a postdoc, this is your chance to get the financial support you need for your research and professional growth.
Apps: NOW OPEN!
Apps Due: March 31, 2026 (@ 11:59 PM CST)
We’re also seeking reviewers! 📝 Postdocs, staff scientists, and academic professionals: help support the next wave of research by joining our review committee. Your time and expertise will be recognized and rewarded. Sign up here!
Spring Kick-Off Social
Join us for our Spring Kickoff Social on Friday, January 30 at 5:30 PM! Learn about our professional development opportunities, research grants, and upcoming events, and connect with fellow GWIS members.
Free food will be provided, and we’ll have icebreaker games—feel free to come on your own or bring a friend. You do not need to be a GWIS member to attend. Please contact Fong at fliew@wisc.edu with any questions.
🗓 Friday, January 30th @ 5:30 PM CT
📍Rm2131 DeLuca Biochemistry Building (420 Henry Mall)
RSVP here!
Technology Transfer Virtual Seminar
Do you have an interest in a career at the intersection of science, business, and law? Are you interested in learning about the field of technology transfer? Join UW-Madison GWIS for a virtual career seminar with Dr. Ellen Zalucha, a Licensing Associate at Nationwide Children’s. Dr. Zalucha received her doctorate in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, and did a technology transfer-focused postdoctoral fellowship at the NIH NIAID. This event will be held on Wednesday, Feb 11th at 4 pm CT.
REGISTER HERE!
Contact Amanda at aallender@wisc.edu for more information.
Personal Finance Seminar
Are you interested in learning more about personal finance? Do you have questions about investing as a graduate student or trainee? Please join GWIS for a personal finance seminar with Dr. Carolina Mendoza Cavazos. This seminar will be Friday, February 20th, 4:30 pm in Biochemistry Building Room 2131 (420 Henry Mall). There will also be a virtual option for those who cannot attend in person.
Contact Amanda at aallender@wisc.edu for more information.
Three Minutes Thesis Finals
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals Competition will take place on Friday, February 20, from 12:00–1:00 PM in the DeLuca Forum at the Discovery Building. 3MT is an international competition where graduate students present their research to a general audience in three minutes. GWIS–Beta officers helped organize the event and fundraise cash prizes.
All are welcome to attend!
Past events
Fall Kick-OFF Meeting 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the GWIS–Madison 2025 Kick-Off Meeting! It was wonderful to see so many new and returning members come together to connect, share ideas, and start the year with energy and enthusiasm. We’re looking forward to building community and creating meaningful opportunities throughout the year.
Social Apple-picking 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our GWIS–Madison Apple Picking Social! It was a wonderful afternoon spent enjoying the fall weather, connecting with members, and building community outside the lab. We’re grateful for everyone who came and made the event so much fun.
Madison Marathon Volunteer Event
Thank you to everyone who attended our Madison Marathon fundraising event. Together, we helped runners brave the cold temperatures and smash personal athletic goals by handing out care packages on the race sidelines. The money raised by this event will be used to fund future GWIS events and scholarships vital for our organization’s mission!
Hockey Match Game Social
Thanks to everyone who joined us for the GWIS–Madison hockey game social! It was such a fun night to unwind, cheer on the team, and enjoy time together. We’re already looking forward to the next outing!
WARF Q&A Event
From Discovery to design: Women in IP and innovation
Huge thank you to WARF for the Q&A on From Discovery to Design: Women in IP and Innovation. The conversation on women’s roles in IP, patent law, and tech transfer was incredibly informative and sparked thoughtful discussion among attendees.
Social at the Sett Pub
On December 1st, a small group of GWIS–Madison members met for an informal social to connect before the end of the semester. We’re grateful to those who attended.
