Brazil Student Chapter Celebrates Pride Month with Ice Cream Jun 20, 2019 . by Stephanie Viola LGBTQ+ and allies from the student body, faculty, and elsewhere came together to celebrate Pride Month and encourage increased diversity and inclusion.
Expanding the Presence of Difference: Diversity in Engineering Jun 17, 2019 . by Expedito Segovia Diversity of background helps provide diversity of perspective, which is often the basis of innovation and discovery in modern team-based research.
9/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Nick DiDomizio: Featured LGBTQ+ ChemE Professional Jun 6, 2019 . by John Vasko Meet Nick DiDomizio, a process engineer at CE&IC in Burlington, NJ.
10/10 in the series 2019 Spring Meeting & GCPS Interview Series Fostering Inclusive Communities May 24, 2019 . by Lisa Lanzkowsky Inclusive communities benefit productivity and innovation, but building and maintaining an inclusive community takes real know-how. Learn more here.
9/10 in the series 2019 Spring Meeting & GCPS Interview Series Introducing the Disabilities OutReach and Inclusion Community (DORIC) May 21, 2019 . by Stephanie Viola A look at how DORIC is working to increase the inclusion of chemical engineers with disabilities and make their talents recognized.
Beshouri Receives AIChE's Award for Government and Industry Leaders Apr 1, 2019 . by Gordon Ellis Sharon Beshouri, President of Shell Global Solutions (U.S.), Inc., has received the American Institute of Chemical Engineers’ (AIChE) Government and Industry Leaders (AGILE) Award. She set the stage for the conference with her welcome keynote lecture entitled “Embracing Transitions Today: Assuring a Robust Future Tomorrow.”
What’s Trending at AIChE: Highlights from January & February 2019 Mar 30, 2019 . by John Vasko Welcome to AIChE’s What’s Trending feature, where you'll discover some of our most viewed and read content from the prior months. Check out the video above for a short recap.
AIChE's 2018 Annual Report and Strategic Plan Update Mar 28, 2019 . by June Wispelwey See highlights of AIChE's 2018 accomplishments and read about AIChE's new strategic plan.
International Women's Day 2019 Mar 8, 2019 . by Sonja Bradfield A look back at achievements for women in the past year at AIChE and in the chemical engineering community, and an eye on the future.
Air Products' Donation Advances AIChE’s LGBTQ+ & Allies Endowment Mar 7, 2019 . by Gordon Ellis Air Products' gift is the first corporate donation to help the endowment advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in the chemical engineering profession.
Introduce a Girl to Engineering Today Feb 21, 2019 . by Sonja Bradfield “Girl Day” is a movement spearheaded by DiscoverE aimed at inspiring grade-school girls to find a calling in engineering. And there's still time to volunteer.
Celebrate Engineers Week Feb 18, 2019 . by Gordon Ellis Join us in celebrating Engineers Week 2019 as we recognize the many ways engineers make a difference in the world.
The Caltech 6: An All-Woman Chemical Engineering Class Jan 16, 2019 . by Nidhi Sharma In 2005, six women graduated from the California Institute of Technology and became the first and only all-female chemical engineering class to graduate from an American co-ed university.
Leading a Diverse Team Dec 18, 2018 . by Loraine Kasprzak Team members with different backgrounds can provide new perspectives and ideas that help fuel innovation and create more engaged employees.
8/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Kyle Trenshaw: Featured LGBTQ+ ChemE Professional Dec 17, 2018 . by Stephanie Farrell Meet Kyle Trenshaw, an educational development specialist for natural sciences and engineering at the University of Rochester.
2018 AIChE Gala Honors Organizations and Leaders for Inspiring Women in Engineering Dec 14, 2018 . by Lisa Lanzkowsky The AIChE Gala raised approximately $570,000 to support efforts that expand women’s leadership programs, strengthen pre-college STEM education for girls, and improve the retention of women eng
Be an LGBTQ+ Ally Nov 13, 2018 . by Elizabeth Pavone The LGBTQ+ & Allies workshop, panel, and reception at the 2018 AIChE Annual Meeting provided an opportunity for chemical engineers to learn how to be an ally and why it is important.
Dow CEO Jim Fitterling Is Panelist at AIChE LGBTQ+ & Allies Event Oct 23, 2018 . by John Vasko Dow Chemical CEO Jim Fitterling will participate as a panelist in AIChE's 2018 LGBTQ+ & Allies Inclusion in Engineering Workshop & Panel Tuesday, October 30 at the 2018 AIChE Annual Meeting in Pittsburgh, PA. The panel will discuss how to best attract, engage and include LGBTQ+ engineers into your workplace, department or classroom. Learn more.
LGBTQ+ & Allies Workshop, Panel, and Reception at 2018 AIChE Annual Meeting Oct 4, 2018 . by John Vasko On Tuesday, October 30 at the 2018 AIChE Annual Meeting in Pittsburgh, the LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Engineering session will feature a presentation and a panel on how to best attract, engage and include LGBTQ+ engineers.
Doing a World of Good Raj & Kamla Gupta Podcast Series Jul 31, 2018 . by Sonja Bradfield Hear from prominent chemical engineers about their careers, their advice, and their take on where the chemical engineering profession is headed next.
Daniel Schwartz Wins Highest U.S. Award for STEM Mentors Jul 13, 2018 . by Sonja Bradfield AIChE member Daniel Schwartz received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring.
Annual Meeting 2020: The Increasing Diversity of Chemical Engineering Jul 12, 2018 . by Stephanie Orvoine-Couvrette Hear from two women in research about their career challenges and successes, and hear their advice for young engineers and students.
Gift from Eric Reiner Helps Launch LGBTQ+ & Allies Initiative Jun 15, 2018 . by Gordon Ellis Chemical engineer Eric S. Reiner's gift will contribute to AIChE's efforts to support the career objectives of chemical engineers in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) community.
Disability Convocation Spotlights the Hiring of Engineers with Unique Abilities May 29, 2018 . by Gordon Ellis Among the least-considered attributes of people recovering from or adapting to a disability are the new skills they acquire in this process.
6/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Gayle Gibson: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional May 16, 2018 . by John Vasko A Texas A&M graduate and newly retired engineer, Gayle discusses working in various areas at DuPont, including engineering design, plant improvement, and manufacturing as well as her experiences as an LGBTQ professional.
Sessions Focus on Breaking the Unconscious Bias Habit Apr 30, 2018 . by Gordon Ellis Attendees at the 2018 Spring Meeting and GCPS gained insight into the belief systems and learned stereotypes that influence their actions and decisions when interacting with other people.
4/8 in the series 2018 Spring Meeting & 14th GCPS Interview Series Delia Contreras on Thriving as a Female Chemical Engineer Apr 27, 2018 . by Douglas B. Clark In observation of the 20th anniversary of AIChE's Women Initiatives Committee (WIC), Delia discussed her career and shared advice on thriving as a female chemical engineer.
5/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Alon McCormick: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional Feb 1, 2018 . by John Vasko The latest installment of the series introduces us to an LGBTQ+ professor at the University of Minnesota.
Photos from LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception: Hosted by AIChE Leadership Dec 6, 2017 . by John Vasko See photos from AIChE's recent LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception: Hosted by AIChE Leadership, which took place at the 2017 Annual meeting.
Podcast Series Speaks to Top Chemical Engineers Nov 15, 2017 . by Douglas B. Clark Hear from Greg Yeo, Cato Laurencin, and Frances Arnold about their work and career paths.
Session Co-Chair Invites You to Diversity and Inclusion Oct 18, 2017 . by Stephanie Orvoine-Couvrette I recently caught up with MaryKathryn (Kathy) Lee, senior chemical engineer at ExxonMobil Corporate Research, and session co-chair of the upcoming
4/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Paula Cameron: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional Oct 10, 2017 . by John Vasko Meet Paula Cameron, a Technical service and development manager for The Dow Company in Texas.
Join AIChE's LGBTQ+ & Allies Online Community Sep 19, 2017 . by Alon McCormick Are you an LGBTQ+ chemical engineering professional or ally? Join the community.
3/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Peter Schwalbenberg: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional Aug 16, 2017 . by John Vasko The latest installment of the series introduces us to a process engineer in Philadelphia.
2/9 in the series Featured LGBTQ ChemEs & Allies Brenda Seggerman: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional Jun 8, 2017 . by John Vasko Meet Brenda Seggerman, an environmental, health, and safety (EHS) engineer for Hydrite, a chemical manufacturing and distribution company.
Interview: Carlton Yearwood on Engaging Men as Allies for Women May 18, 2017 . by Douglas B. Clark AIChE's Kelsey Kettelhut sat down with Carlton Yearwood, a senior partner at True Blue Inclusion, to discuss how women can engage
2/6 in the series 2017 Spring Interview Series Interview with Carol Williams on Career Goals, Obstacles, and Success Apr 4, 2017 . by Douglas B. Clark CEP Magazine's editor in chief Cindy Mascone sat down with Carol Williams following her keynote at the Women's Initiative Committee (WIC) Networking Luncheon.
Chemical Professionals with Disabilities Discuss Their Experiences Feb 6, 2017 . by Stephanie Viola Past AIChE president Bill Byers sat down with Disability Convocation participants prior to the session for a discussion. Among other questions, he asked participants to discuss their experience with a disability and the role it has played in their career.
The Importance of International Exchanges to Chemical Engineering Feb 1, 2017 . by Phillip R. Westmoreland AIChE's official response to the recent U.S. Executive Order limiting travel and immigration.
Professor Catherine Kudlick on Disability as a Creative, Ingenious, and Interesting Force Jan 12, 2017 . by Stephanie Viola Catherine Kudlick, Ph.D. in history, is the director of Paul K.
Podcast Series Speaks to Top Chemical Engineers Dec 21, 2016 . by Douglas B. Clark As part of AIChE's Doing a World of Good campaign, we recently interviewed three prominent chemical engineers to discuss various aspects of their careers, including some of their personal achi
October 2016 CEP Preview Oct 11, 2016 . by This month's cover feature focuses on investigating process incidents as a means of preventing future incidents.
Safe Zone Workshop – Creating a Welcoming Workplace for All Jun 29, 2016 . by Douglas B. Clark In the U.S.
10/9 in the series 2015 Annual Meeting Interview Series Interview: Adrienne Minerick on Diversity in Chemical Engineering Nov 13, 2015 . by John Vasko Adrienne Minerick is the associate dean for research and innovation at Michigan Tech. She also serves as chair of the American Society for Engineering Education's (ASEE's) National Divers
5/12 in the series 2015 AIChE Spring Meeting & 11th GCPS, Austin Audrey Goins-Brichi of Chevron on Diversity Programs Apr 28, 2015 . by Douglas B. Clark Zenaida Otero Gephardt sat down with Audrey Goins
7/12 in the series 2015 AIChE Spring Meeting & 11th GCPS, Austin Karen Horting of the Society of Women Engineers on Workplace Diversity Apr 28, 2015 . by Douglas B. Clark Zenaida Otero Gephardt interviewed Karen Horting, the executive director and CEO of the
4/8 in the series Prepare for the 2015 Spring Meeting & 11th Global Congress on Process Safety AIChE Hosts First-Ever Diversity Workshop at 2015 Spring Meeting Apr 13, 2015 . by Jing Chen If you're attending the 2015 Spring Meeting & GCPS, be sure to attend AIChE's first-ever workshop dedicated to the subject of diversity in the workplace.
9/8 in the series Interviews: 2014 Annual Meeting Women in Chemical Engineering: A Discussion with AIChE Presidents Maria Burka and Cheryl Teich Dec 16, 2014 . by Douglas B. Clark AIChE President Elect Cheryl Teich and 2011 President Maria Burka took a moment out of their day at the 2014 AIChE Annual Meeting in Atlanta to reflect on opportunities and challenges for women in
Shariq Yosufzai of Chevron on Diversity and Advice for Young Engineers [Video] May 24, 2013 . by John Vasko S. Shariq Yosufzai, VP Global Diversity, Ombuds, and University Affairs for Chevron Corporation, shares his thoughts on young engineers and soft skills, ChemECar, and more at the 2013 Spring Meeting in San Antonio.
AIChE Minority Affairs Committee Scholarship Fund Jul 15, 2012 . by ChEnected Guest The Minority Affairs Committee (MAC) and the AIChE Foundation are working together to support the Minority Affairs Committee Scholarship Fund. This fund promotes activities that encourage the education and training of minorities in engineering and related disciplines through student scholarships and mentoring programs.
Women's Initiatives Committee (WIC) Holds Sold-Out Networking Luncheon Nov 9, 2010 . by Elizabeth Guenther On Monday, the Women's Initiative Committee (WIC) held its annual WIC Networking Luncheon at the 2010 AIChE Annual Meeting.
8/12 in the series 2018 Annual Meeting and Student Conference Interview Series Catalyzing the Unique Abilities of Students with Disabilities Oct 28, 2018 . by Stephanie Viola The Disability Unity Community Convocation at the 2018 Annual Meeting featured a diverse set of panelists with expertise in inclusion of STEM students with disabilities in undergraduate education.