Conferences & Symposia
DPE hosts and sponsors conferences on campus that focus on underrepresented groups in STEM. Participate in these events to network, exchange ideas, and showcase your research.
Conference Events
Explore upcoming conferences, as well as symposia that DPE has held in the past, and be sure to check back for additional future offerings!
EWISE Symposium
May 19, 2021
The Empowering Women in Science & Engineering (EWISE) Symposium is a day long professional development opportunity for faculty, staff, postdocs, PhD students, and professionals that provides participants with the chance to learn and discuss opportunities as well as challenges facing women in science and engineering. There will be opportunities for the Cornell community and others interested in networking, learning and brainstorming.
Summer Success Symposium (S3)
Last held August 2019
S3 is a one day event for new and continuing MS/PhD and PhD students from across all graduate fields who have received fellowships in support of diversity, and/or identify as first generation college (FGC) students and/or students of color. Through this symposium, participants have the opportunity to form connections and establish community. This symposium also provides participants with the opportunity to engage with successful Cornell PhD alumni and faculty with shared experiences as diversity fellows, FGC, and/or PhD students of color.
DWISE Symposium
Last held March 2017
The Diverse Women in Science & Engineering (DWISE) and Women of Color Coalition Joint Symposium is an opportunity to engage with dynamic leaders, gain professional development, foster community across difference, and network with influential peers and change agents.