Past Events
Speaker Series: Mapping Your Network
Here at SWE New York, we believe that it is never too late for #NewYearNewYou! Join us on February 2nd at 6PM ET with Siddha Ganju as she shares with us her strategies for networking. Siddha is a brilliant engineer and AI researcher who currently works at NVIDIA on their self-driving initiative. Siddha is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, having been recognized for her contributions to engineering and technology.
When: Tuesday, February 2nd at 6pm EST
Where: Add this event to your Google Calendar (Zoom link in calendar invite!)
RSVP: Not required!
Technical Talk: HVAC Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic with Syska Hennessy Group
Please join us for a technical session presented by Syska Hennessy Group which will summarize the COVID-19 pandemic and associated biohazard mitigation strategies as it pertains to HVAC. This will begin with an overview of the virus transmission as defined by ASHRAE along with key guidance from relevant industry organizations. The presentation will then highlight both current and future biohazard mitigation strategies. Add this event to your Google calendar.
Presented by:
Rob Ioanna, PE, Senior Managing Director | Senior Principal
Melonee Jenkins, PE, Senior Engineer | Senior Associate
Speaker Series: Co-Creating a Better Future
For the next installment of our Speaker Series, mother-son duo Rym Baouendi and Kais will speak about how to engage the next generation in change-making and STEM. Rym will share her experience as an engineer, an educator, and a mom who actively creates space for young people to meet inspiring changemakers and engages them in creative problem-solving around sustainability challenges. She and her son Kais will also talk about their most recent venture oboot.co and how they are connecting the next generation with today's changemakers. This will be an interactive hour, so be ready to share your ideas! Add this event to your Google calendar.
When: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2020 at 6PM
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free!
Thanksgiving Bingo
In the midst of a crazy year, it's important to remember the things we are thankful for. Starting 11/17 through Giving Tuesday (12/1), we invite our members to participate in Thanksgiving Bingo for the chance to win an Amazon gift card valued at $25 or more! All proceeds will go to our Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez Memorial Scholarship Fund. Winner will be announced on December 1st.
When: Tuesday, November 17th through Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
Where: Wherever you are!
Cost: $6 donation
Emphasizing Self in Self-Care
Do you want to learn ways to indulge in mindful self-care?
Many of us may not be able to be with loved ones this holiday season. Irrespective, it is going to be a tough few weeks for everyone. As we all remain indoors as much as we can, and continue to stay safe and physically distanced throughout the pandemic, how can we ensure that we are taking the time to care for ourselves? For our next event, join Dr. Jennifer Turner and Jasmine McLaughlin, LCSW along with SWE NY to discuss ways we can better care for ourselves. You will leave this session with tips to ensure that you are prioritizing your self-care and investing in your mental and physical wellness. Add this event to your Google calendar.
When: Monday, November 30th, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free!
SWE NY x SoulCycle Scholarship Fundraiser
Join us at SoulCycle Hudson Yards for an outdoor class and fundraiser. Proceeds will go to the Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez Scholarship Fund to support collegiate females in STEM. Since 2015, SWE NY has awarded over $35,000 in scholarships to students in the greater New York region.
When: Sunday October 25th, 2020 at 1PM
Where: SoulCycle Hudson Yards
Donation link: https://newyork.swe.org/make-a-donation.html
Fall Speaker Series - Redefining Learning
SWE NY is excited to present Dr. Rosh Rupani as the first guest for our Fall Speaker Series. The talk will be divided into two parts - insights into redefining learning followed by an overview of creating your personal learning plan to develop skills and stay marketable!
When: Thursday October 8th, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com!
Virtual Scholarship Ceremony
Join us for a virtual scholarship ceremony to honor our late president Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez and the scholarship winners for the 2020 season!
When: Wednesday September 30, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Open House!
Join us for an Italian themed Virtual Open House with the SWE New York Board! We will be making our own pasta and sharing our plans for the upcoming year!
When: Wednesday September 23, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Codenames Event
Join us for an interactive social event with fellow SWE members!
When: Wednesday July 22, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: For zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Work-Life Balance Discussion
Join us for a discussion on maintaining a healthy lifestyle!
Post-discussion we will practice stretching and basic yoga with @burpeesandbagel
When: June 12, 2020 - Discussion: 6pm, Stretching: 6:40pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Diversity & Inclusion Discussion
As an organization focused on diversity, we have a responsibility to have tough conversations to understand our role in the fight for equality. Join us for a discussion on how we can take action as an organization and in our everyday lives to ensure we are being as inclusive as possible.
When: June 10, 2020 at 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Board Meeting
Join our monthly board meeting! We will be discussing FY21 elections and future virtual events.
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Trivia Night
Join us for Virtual Trivia Night! Prizes to be mailed to the winners!
When: Friday, May 8, 2020 at 6pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
SWE First Robotics Competition
We will again participate in the career fair at the NYC FIRST Robotics Regional competition. Come and join us! SWE- NY is looking for volunteers to run the SWE career booth.
When: Sunday, April 5th, 2020 (9am-3pm) - event has been postponed due to COVID-19
Where: The Armory Track & Field Center, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032 USA
For volunteer opportunities, email socofwomenengny@gmail.com.
2020 SWE NY Game Night
Join us for a board game night and happy hour in Long Island City (only one stop from Manhattan)!
When: March 25, 2020 - event has been postponed due to COVID-19
Where: Bierocracy, 12-23 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY
2019 Holiday Gathering
Please come and join SWE NY for our annual holiday gathering at The Liberty (on 35th Street between 5th Ave. and 6th Ave.).
Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2019 (6pm-8pm)
Price: $15.00/person
Appetizers and Soft Drinks will be provided
2019 Poinsettia Holiday Fundraiser to help fund our SWE New York Scholarship Program
Please gather some of your co-workers, friends, and ask your company to support SWE New York's Scholarship Program through a purchase of poinsettias and boost that "Holiday Spirit".
SWE NY Speaker Series: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Join us for light refreshments and appetizers with Diannae Ehler, Director of Tunnels, Bridges and Terminals. This is event is free to attend. You don't want to miss it!
When: Thursday June 6th, 2019 (6pm-7pm)
Where: Port Authority Bus Terminal
General Manager's Conference Room
Here at SWE New York, we believe that it is never too late for #NewYearNewYou! Join us on February 2nd at 6PM ET with Siddha Ganju as she shares with us her strategies for networking. Siddha is a brilliant engineer and AI researcher who currently works at NVIDIA on their self-driving initiative. Siddha is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, having been recognized for her contributions to engineering and technology.
When: Tuesday, February 2nd at 6pm EST
Where: Add this event to your Google Calendar (Zoom link in calendar invite!)
RSVP: Not required!
Technical Talk: HVAC Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic with Syska Hennessy Group
Please join us for a technical session presented by Syska Hennessy Group which will summarize the COVID-19 pandemic and associated biohazard mitigation strategies as it pertains to HVAC. This will begin with an overview of the virus transmission as defined by ASHRAE along with key guidance from relevant industry organizations. The presentation will then highlight both current and future biohazard mitigation strategies. Add this event to your Google calendar.
Presented by:
Rob Ioanna, PE, Senior Managing Director | Senior Principal
Melonee Jenkins, PE, Senior Engineer | Senior Associate
Speaker Series: Co-Creating a Better Future
For the next installment of our Speaker Series, mother-son duo Rym Baouendi and Kais will speak about how to engage the next generation in change-making and STEM. Rym will share her experience as an engineer, an educator, and a mom who actively creates space for young people to meet inspiring changemakers and engages them in creative problem-solving around sustainability challenges. She and her son Kais will also talk about their most recent venture oboot.co and how they are connecting the next generation with today's changemakers. This will be an interactive hour, so be ready to share your ideas! Add this event to your Google calendar.
When: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2020 at 6PM
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free!
Thanksgiving Bingo
In the midst of a crazy year, it's important to remember the things we are thankful for. Starting 11/17 through Giving Tuesday (12/1), we invite our members to participate in Thanksgiving Bingo for the chance to win an Amazon gift card valued at $25 or more! All proceeds will go to our Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez Memorial Scholarship Fund. Winner will be announced on December 1st.
When: Tuesday, November 17th through Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
Where: Wherever you are!
Cost: $6 donation
Emphasizing Self in Self-Care
Do you want to learn ways to indulge in mindful self-care?
Many of us may not be able to be with loved ones this holiday season. Irrespective, it is going to be a tough few weeks for everyone. As we all remain indoors as much as we can, and continue to stay safe and physically distanced throughout the pandemic, how can we ensure that we are taking the time to care for ourselves? For our next event, join Dr. Jennifer Turner and Jasmine McLaughlin, LCSW along with SWE NY to discuss ways we can better care for ourselves. You will leave this session with tips to ensure that you are prioritizing your self-care and investing in your mental and physical wellness. Add this event to your Google calendar.
When: Monday, November 30th, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: Zoom
Cost: Free!
SWE NY x SoulCycle Scholarship Fundraiser
Join us at SoulCycle Hudson Yards for an outdoor class and fundraiser. Proceeds will go to the Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez Scholarship Fund to support collegiate females in STEM. Since 2015, SWE NY has awarded over $35,000 in scholarships to students in the greater New York region.
When: Sunday October 25th, 2020 at 1PM
Where: SoulCycle Hudson Yards
Donation link: https://newyork.swe.org/make-a-donation.html
Fall Speaker Series - Redefining Learning
SWE NY is excited to present Dr. Rosh Rupani as the first guest for our Fall Speaker Series. The talk will be divided into two parts - insights into redefining learning followed by an overview of creating your personal learning plan to develop skills and stay marketable!
When: Thursday October 8th, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com!
Virtual Scholarship Ceremony
Join us for a virtual scholarship ceremony to honor our late president Einah Reza Manalo Pelaez and the scholarship winners for the 2020 season!
When: Wednesday September 30, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Open House!
Join us for an Italian themed Virtual Open House with the SWE New York Board! We will be making our own pasta and sharing our plans for the upcoming year!
When: Wednesday September 23, 2020 at 6PM
Where: For Zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Codenames Event
Join us for an interactive social event with fellow SWE members!
When: Wednesday July 22, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: For zoom details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Work-Life Balance Discussion
Join us for a discussion on maintaining a healthy lifestyle!
Post-discussion we will practice stretching and basic yoga with @burpeesandbagel
When: June 12, 2020 - Discussion: 6pm, Stretching: 6:40pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Diversity & Inclusion Discussion
As an organization focused on diversity, we have a responsibility to have tough conversations to understand our role in the fight for equality. Join us for a discussion on how we can take action as an organization and in our everyday lives to ensure we are being as inclusive as possible.
When: June 10, 2020 at 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Board Meeting
Join our monthly board meeting! We will be discussing FY21 elections and future virtual events.
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 6:30PM
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
Virtual Trivia Night
Join us for Virtual Trivia Night! Prizes to be mailed to the winners!
When: Friday, May 8, 2020 at 6pm
Where: Zoom - for details please contact socofwomenengny@gmail.com
SWE First Robotics Competition
We will again participate in the career fair at the NYC FIRST Robotics Regional competition. Come and join us! SWE- NY is looking for volunteers to run the SWE career booth.
When: Sunday, April 5th, 2020 (9am-3pm) - event has been postponed due to COVID-19
Where: The Armory Track & Field Center, 216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032 USA
For volunteer opportunities, email socofwomenengny@gmail.com.
2020 SWE NY Game Night
Join us for a board game night and happy hour in Long Island City (only one stop from Manhattan)!
When: March 25, 2020 - event has been postponed due to COVID-19
Where: Bierocracy, 12-23 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY
2019 Holiday Gathering
Please come and join SWE NY for our annual holiday gathering at The Liberty (on 35th Street between 5th Ave. and 6th Ave.).
Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2019 (6pm-8pm)
Price: $15.00/person
Appetizers and Soft Drinks will be provided
2019 Poinsettia Holiday Fundraiser to help fund our SWE New York Scholarship Program
Please gather some of your co-workers, friends, and ask your company to support SWE New York's Scholarship Program through a purchase of poinsettias and boost that "Holiday Spirit".
SWE NY Speaker Series: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Join us for light refreshments and appetizers with Diannae Ehler, Director of Tunnels, Bridges and Terminals. This is event is free to attend. You don't want to miss it!
When: Thursday June 6th, 2019 (6pm-7pm)
Where: Port Authority Bus Terminal
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