- Mission Statement -
Here at the Women in Science Society- San Diego State University, we are committed to establishing an environment of motivation and mutual support among collegiate women pursuing their undergraduate degree in the sciences by providing networking, service and leadership opportunities for our members.
Promote - Educate - Motivate
Meeting Info
When: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Where: Mata'yuum Suite in the student union
Service Name
Stay connected with WSS social medias and website for more upcoming information and what we have planned this fall! Please don't hesitate to reach out to any of our executive board members. We are here to help and welcome you to our organization!
Updates
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Pay $25 dues to @kirsten-mejia on Venmo. Put your full name followed by "WSS Semester Dues" in the payment description.
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11/15 S'mores Bonfire Night!
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11/18 Letters to Elderly
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12/14 Dog Adoption
What We Do
Peer Mentor
Program
Academic/
Professional
Events
Workshops, Q & A Panels,
Faculty and Industry Networking Events,
Study Sessions, volunteer opportunities, etc
Social
Events
Movie nights, ice cream/pizza socials, dances, etc
Monthly
Opportunities
Shadowing
Professionals
General Body
Meetings
Every other Tuesday at 5:00pm in West Commons 230
Hand-picked workshops, volunteer, and scholarship opportunities sent out via email to members at the 1st of every month
A mentor/mentee program set up between WSS members with similar major and/or career goals
Setting up shadowing/mentoring programs with professions in various scientific fields
How To Join Spring 2024
Step 1) Fill out the "All About me Form"
This gives us your - Contact information
- Lets us know more about you and what the club can do for you
- Tells us what times work best for you for events and meetings
- ets us know what you want from the club!
Step 2) Pay $25 dues via Venmo to our Treasurer
Label your payment as "[Full name] WSS Semester Dues"
**We accept members throughout the entire semester however, if you pay after the date listed above there is a $5 late fee. Paid dues gives you access to the GroupMe, Google Drive, and merchandise! Membership dues are used to enhance your experience as a WSS member. These funds go directly into paying for raffles, events, faculty networking, merchandise, and more!
***If you have financial strains there are payment plans available and you may email wsssdsu.treasurer@gmail.com for more details
How To Be An Active Member
What does being an active mean anyway?
Obtain a total of 10 points!
Point System:
3 points for attending a academic/professional event
2 points for attending a general body meeting
2 point for attending a social event
*Other point opportunities are given throughout the semester such as volunteering events, social media engagement, and contributing to the google drive.
*The point system helps us make decisions with applications to leadership opportunities, special programs, and exclusive events!
*Points reset each semester.
Used as tie breakers when there is limited space for special opportunities and leadership positions.
Stay Connected
Email List Fill out the All About Me Form or email wss.sdsu.secretary@gmail.com
GroupMe We will add you as soon as you are moved to our "paid dues" list
Follow us! Instagram @wss.sdsu
Tik Tok @wss.sdsu
Twitter @wss_sdsu
Remind text "@sdsuwss" to 81010
Membership Perks
Our Events
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Academic/Professional
-Workshops, Q&A panels, faculty networking, etc.
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Social
-Study breaks, movie nights, DIY projects, etc.
Programs such as “Peer Mentor Program” & “Faculty Networking”
Monthly/Special Opportunities
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Hand picked workshops, volunteer and scholarship opportunities sent out on the 1st of every month
Access to our Google Drive
Includes:
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teacher advice (like ratemyprofessor)
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study guides
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other study materials specifically for STEM classes at State
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monthly opportunities (volunteer opportunities, workshops, and scholarships specifically picked for members)
Merchandise
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t-shirts/crew necks
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tote bags
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stickers/pins
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cords for seniors who are active members
Discount on each of San Diego Chemistry Tutor
Review Sessions
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$10 discount on any of the San Diego chemistry tutor review sessions that you attend
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Click here for the link to The San Diego chemistry tutor website
Access to our Membership Page & GroupMe
Includes:
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Volunteer opportunities, professional and academic links, past guest speaker videos, and much more!
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Private GroupMe for our club where we share information about events and members can ask questions about the STEM field, classes, sell textbooks and much more!
Raffles & Prizes!
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Local & nonlocal eateries, clothing, and accessories from a variety of small women-owned and big-name brand businesses raffled off at events!