Responsible Engineering for a Better Future

We are seeing significant advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and their rapid rise in adoption. There are tremendous opportunities for the use of advanced technologies such as AI to help address the many pressing challenges in our society. For example, these new technologies help us to better understand and predict the effects of climate change; they help us to design new drugs and therapeutics more rapidly; and tools such as generative AI and robotics enable us to work more efficiently. However, AI tools can be used for malicious intents, such as the spread of false information, and their predictions can be biased, as they are based on input data. Therefore, as we develop and apply these powerful technologies to better our society and the world, we need to do so responsibly. As women engineers, we play an important role in the Responsible Engineering for a Better Future, which is the theme for this year’s conference.

On behalf of this year’s conference program committee, we are thrilled to welcome you to this year’s conference. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and foster a community of aspiring women engineers, professors, and leaders in addressing these challenges. According to the US Census Bureau, in 2021 only 17% of all engineers were women. Our hope is that this conference will inspire you about the possibilities for women in engineering – and to hearten you that although our numbers may be small, we are everywhere. This conference is an excellent opportunity for you to gain insights from women engineers in industry, network with your peers, and learn about the latest developments in the field. There will be 2 morning sessions and 1 afternoon session with a total of 12 technical sessions and 6 professional development sessions to choose from. You will have the chance to hear from our 3 keynote speakers who are women leaders that have made significant contributions to the engineering community and the workforce. Our last session in the afternoon are the Career Panels. Attend the Career Panel in your field to get advice and inspiration from women leaders. Finally, visit the Innovation Showcase to learn and view the latest technologies and meet hiring managers. And don’t miss the chance to win prizes at the conclusion of the conference!

We believe that your participation in this conference will not only enrich your educational experience but also help you to establish a network of peers and mentors who will support you throughout your career. Our speakers are engineering leaders of today. Plan for a day of learning, networking, and getting inspired to play your role in the Responsible Engineering for a Better Future.