Welcome to She Speaks STEM, the official podcast of the Graduate Society Women Engineers (GradSWE) at the University of Toronto. This show brings together emerging scholars, trailblazing researchers, and accomplished alumni to share their insights and experiences navigating the world of engineering and the broader STEM landscape. From cutting-edge research and career advancement tips to personal growth stories and mentorship guidance, each episode fosters community, empowerment, and curiosit ...
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Episode 4: Behind the Scenes at the UTGSU—What It Does and Why It Matters"
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42:57In this episode of She Speaks STEM, Shana sits down with Amir and Farshad, the President and VP Finance of the University of Toronto Graduate Students' Union (UTGSU). We discussed what the UTGSU is, how it advocates for graduate students, and where your student frees actually go. From financial transparency to underused campus resources, this conve…
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Episode 3: International Women's Day with Marisa Sterling
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55:41Celebrating IWD & Campus Initiatives with Marisa Sterling How can we create more inclusive and supportive spaces in engineering? In this special International Women’s Day episode, we sit down with Marisa Sterling, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Professionalism at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. W…
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Episode 2: From Undergrad to Grad - Decisions, Struggles, & Lessons Learned
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59:46Ever wondered if grad school is the right path for you? In this episode, we dive into our personal journeys—why we chose to pursue graduate studies, the struggles we faced along the way, and the lessons we’ve learned. Whether you’re considering a direct transition from undergrad or thinking about returning after time in industry, this conversation …
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In our inaugural episode, we dive into what GradSWE is and a little bit about some of our members! Join us as we explore how we found our place at GradSWE and our involvement in student clubs, featuring Shana Alexander, our President, Clara Phillips, our previous President, and Lindsay Stern, our VP Communications. This podcast is proudly supported…
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