Mathematics is a powerful tool, and diversity among mathematicians increases the potential for positive impact. The Women in Mathematics (WiM) committee exists to encourage and advocate for
women* who are interested in studying mathematics and who seek careers in mathematics. The committee engages with cultural and institutional reasons for under-representation, and strives for all genders to be well-represented in mathematics. See https://uwaterloo.ca/women-in-mathematics/
and https://www.facebook.com/womeninmath/ for more information.
What’s involved
Serving on the Women in Mathematics committee entails:
- Attending approximately one meeting per term
- Assisting with some brainstorming, organizing and running of some of our events:
- Welcome events for undergrads and for grads/post-docs/faculty (September)
- soft skills workshops
- alumna career panel (March)
- research talks
- events with local businesses
- Special projects such as nominating women for awards or opportunities, responding to current issues on campus.
- Providing feedback on issues and initiatives as they arise in meetings and via email.
A typical term is 2-3 years.
How to Apply
The WiM committee values the benefits and strengths of diversity. We aim for broad representation among departments of the math faculty, among positions (undergrad, grad student, post-doc, faculty, etc.), among under-represented genders, and among many other aspects of identity that may intersect with your experience as a woman* in mathematics.
To apply, please submit a short statement describing your interest in WiM to the committee chair, Judith Koeller (jakoelle@uwaterloo.ca) by August 15, 2018.
*Who Does Women in Math support?
Many of WiM’s events are open to all genders.
Currently, females are under-represented in mathematics, as shown in these gender statistics.
Following the lead of University of Waterloo, WiM recognizes those whose gender identity is neither male nor female, including gender-fluid, non-binary, agender and more. oSTEM indicates that these gender identities are under-represented in STEM fields. WiM advocates for representation of all genders in mathematics, and welcomes people with under-represented gender identities to all of our events.