by Thea Voutiritsas
Women are widely underrepresented in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM fields). In 2011, women made up about half of the workforce, while filling less than a quarter of STEM jobs. Women in STEM fields also typically earn about 14% less than their male counterparts. So how do working women cope in these male-dominated fields? How do we increase interest in STEM degrees among women?
Discuss these questions and more with us on Tuesday, Feb. 7th at 12:00 p.m. in the Miller Nichols Library, room 325 for a panel discussion featuring women in STEM careers! Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to umkc-womens-center@umkc.edu or by calling 816-235-1638. Sponsored by the Women in STEAM program.