News Briefs: Women in STEM fields organization kickoff

Women in STEM fields organization kickoff

Grand Valley State University’s Women in STEM fields organization will host its first meeting of the year today at 8 p.m. in the Padnos Hall of Science. Women interested in science, technology, engineering and math can attend for more information about the student organization and its work to promote leadership and talent development for women in these fields. The meeting will include free pizza, discussion of related topics and games.

For more information, contact the organization’s president Maria Beelen at [email protected].

Leadership University informational meeting

Students at Grand Valley State University can attend an informational session for Leadership University on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Room 2266 in the Kirkhof Center.

The Leadership University program is in its second year. It is a student-focused program that involves faculty and staff members as mentors. Students will complete a variety of leadership activities, write reflections and create a portfolio of their experiences.

For more information, visit www.gvsu.edu/leadershipuniversity/ or email questions to [email protected].

Brooks College hosts mixer event

The Grand Valley State University Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies will host a student and alumni mixer event at 6 p.m. on Sept. 10 in the Alumni House. This free event is part of the Brooks professional series. Students can connect with alumni, faculty and staff to network, learn about Brooks College programs and obtain information about mentoring other students with similar interests.

Students should RSVP online by tonight at 6 p.m.

For more information, or to RSVP, visit www.gvsu.edu/integrativelearning/brooks-professional-series-174.htm.