The goal of this program is to encourage and support young women interestedin pursuing careers in science and engineering. It's easy to make friends who share your academic interests and career goals when you live together. Also, the WISE houses provide a good studying environment.
WISE women take key foundation courses together.
Special WISE lab and discussion sections are reserved in chemistry and math classes. Almost all WISE students take these courses during their first year and the WISE sections are very popular. Special programming throughout the year teaches specific strategies and skills for success in science and engineering. Guest speakers from industry, private medical practice, engineering firms, and academic research labs discuss their scientific interests and professional lives to shwocase different majors and career paths within the sciences. View a list of majors included in science and engineering.