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Outside the Lecture Hall Fund supports WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP PROGRAM STUDENTS Alexandra Gross, CCAS ’17, will never forget the energy she felt in the room while presenting her research at the 2017 Scientista
In the tradition of Mount Vernon
States came together to promote women in science, technology,
Program (WLP) is a selective, year-
engineering, math, and medicine,” she says.
But it was the impromptu meetings in the hallways where the
magic really happened. “Between inspirational talks, you get to network with different recruiters and researchers in these
fields that can help guide you toward potential internships or career choices,” she says.
The biology and psychology double-major traveled to
the Scientista Foundation event thanks to funds from the
Kimberly and J. Robert Humphries Fund in Support of the Elizabeth J. Somers Women’s Leadership Program (WLP). Kimberly, BA ‘91, and Rob, JD ‘85, established the fund to enable WLP alumnae to participate in experiences that will enrich their academic and professional development.
As of press time, Alexandra is putting her new
skills to practice as a corps member with Teach for America.
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Scientista Symposium, I presented my research poster, went to many of the talks, and had an amazing time—what a great event to empower women in STEM!” Alexandra Gross
College, the Women’s Leadership
long living and learning program for freshmen women at GW. Students
who participate have the benefit of small classes, close contact with
faculty and women in leadership
roles, and strong community ties within the program.