Check out what’s happening at WiSER. All our events are open to the public, unless otherwise specified. We work with our sponsors and partners to ensure that the events are accessible to everyone — most of our events are free of charge to the community.
*NEW DATES* Renter-Friendly: A Workshop Series in Collaboration with Empower Me
Rent smart! Learn how to save energy and make safer home choices as renters in this virtual workshop series. WiSER is excited to have two workshops in collaboration with Empower Me! Join us virtually on March 23rd and March 30th from 7-8 PM MST for two different topics on making…
Black History Month 2026: Community Interview Feature
Black History Month is not just a time to look back at history. It is also a chance to celebrate the people making history right now. Across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), students, researchers, and professionals are doing meaningful work that is shaping the future in real and lasting…
Renter-Friendly: A Workshop Series in Collaboration with Empower Me
Rent smart! Learn how to save energy and make safer home choices as renters in this virtual workshop series. WiSER is excited to have two workshops in collaboration with Empower Me! Join us virtually on March 2nd and March 9th from 7-8 PM MST for two different topics on making…
Call for Participants: Black History Month Mini Interview Series
To celebrate Black History Month, WiSER is conducting a mini interview series featuring voices of Black individuals in STEM, specifically in graduate programs or early-career professions. If you are interested in sharing your experiences with us, please fill out this Google Form. We will be compiling all responses and highlighting…
Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
February 11, 2026 is International Day of Women and Girls in Science! This day was established in 2016 by the United Nations General Assembly to recognize the essential role women and girls play in science and technology. This day is an opportunity to promote full and equal access to, and…
An Introduction to the Power and Potential of R
Are you a student or early-career professional that works with data? Whether you are cleaning, manipulating, visualizing, or analyzing data, R is a free and open-source statistical programming language that can optimize these tasks. What’s more is that with R, you can: This workshop will provide you with the opportunity…
WiSER Industry Mixer 2025: Where Connections Inspire
Thank you to everyone who joined! On November 22, 2025, WiSER successfully hosted its Annual Industry Mixer at the Electrical and Computer Engineering Research Facility (ECERF) at the University of Alberta. The event brought together students, early-career professionals, and representatives from industry and government for an evening of purposeful networking…
WiSER’s Industry Mixer 2025
Join WiSER for our Annual Industry Mixer! Enjoy an evening exploring career opportunities, expanding your professional network, and connecting to STEM professionals from various fields. This event is FREE and open to students and early-career professionals. Please bring a toonie or small cash donation to support WIN House and a…
Save the Date – WiSER’s Annual Industry Mixer 2025
WiSER (Women in Science, Engineering, & Research) is excited to host our Annual Industry Mixer! Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time: 5:30-8:00 PM MT Location: Electrical and Computer Engineering Research Facility (ECERF) W2-090/110 at the University of Alberta Connect with leading companies and organizations, explore career opportunities, and expand your…
Listen, reflect, and take steps towards reconciliation on September 30th (and beyond)
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. At 6 years old, Phyllis Webstad wore a shiny, new orange shirt bought by her grandmother to her first day of residential school. Upon her arrival, that shirt was taken from her, and since then the…
Interested in practicing your communication skills? Join us for the Pitch Yourself Event on Sept 29!
The Pitch Yourself event will be held on September 29th from 5:30–7:30 PM in the SSE Room, SUB 4-02 at the University of Alberta! In a round-table discussion, practice your 3–5 minute elevator pitch, receive feedback, and network with WiSER members ahead of the upcoming WiSER Industry Mixer. Dress code…
Step Into the Spotlight at the 17th Annual Mosquers Film Festival Main Event!
On Saturday, September 20th, the 17th Annual Mosquers Film Festival Main Event will be hosted in Edmonton. Celebrate Muslim talent in arts and film with a red carpet, screening of eight short film finalists, and awards presented by an outstanding jury. The Short Film Screenings are: Lyna Tadount & Sofian Chouaib’s Ya Hanouni (France); Farnoosh…
Great Food, Great People, Great Memories – WiSER 2025 BBQ-Recap
WiSER hosted its annual BBQ this year, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect, unwind, and celebrate community. ☀️🍴 The event brought together students, researchers, and professionals for an afternoon of good food and great conversation. It was inspiring to see such enthusiastic engagement, with both new and familiar…
Mentorship Program 2025/2026 is now open!
The UA-WISE & WISER Mentorship Program 2025/2026 is now open to Professionals/Graduate Students and Undergraduates Students. The deadline to apply is September 30 at 6:00 pm. For more information visit the Programs tab.
WISEST SRP Bubble Tea Meet & Greet 2025- Thank you!
Over bubble tea and great conversation, the WISEST SRP 2025 cohort shared their experiences, future goals, and much more. Thank you to our amazing volunteers, STEM professionals, and all student researchers for making it a memorable evening! A big thank-you to our incredible volunteers and participants for making the WISEST…
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