All events listed are open to public and you do not need to be a member to participate!
WIST 2025 Conference
Women in Science and Technology (WIST) Conference is a one-day symposium organized by the San Diego Chapter of the Association for Women in Science (AWIS-SD). This event is designed to foster both professional and personal growth for all attendees across diverse fields, career stages, and sectors. The most recent in-person WIST event took place in 2019, attracting over 150 students and professionals in STEM. Typically held every other year, the conference’s regular schedule was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are thrilled to be hosting WIST 2025 after this extended break and are eager to collaborate with you for this exciting symposium.
The theme for WIST 2025 is “Thriving in STEM: From Wellness to Leadership”.
Wellness Strategies: Approaches to managing stress and burnout, developing work-life stability, and prioritizing mental health for women in STEM.
● Career Development: Practical insights on navigating career paths, networking, and seeking out leadership opportunities.
● Leadership Skills: Strategies for stepping into leadership roles, overcoming obstacles, and mentoring others.
● Industry Insights: A comprehensive view and an opportunity to learn from leaders about different disciplines and roles in Pharma/Biotech to aid PhDs and post-PhDs choosing their career paths.
● Personal Branding: Guidance on building and nurturing a personal brand to enhance career success and gain leadership recognition.
● Building Connections: The importance of peer networking to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and create lasting relationships.
We aim to strike a balance between professional development and personal empowerment, offering attendees tools and strategies to build valuable networks, enhance their leadership skills and thrive in STEM careers. We strongly believe our WIST conference would make an unique impact on STEM professionals in defining their career growth.
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Venue: TBD, San Diego County
Open House
Open House is our annual free networking event held every October. First launched in 2002, the event was created to introduce AWIS San Diego to the local science community and to welcome new members by showcasing our wide range of events, activities, and committees. Since then, it has grown into one of our signature gatherings, offering attendees a chance to connect, learn more about our organization, and get involved.
Each year, Open House is hosted at a vibrant local venue and features food, drinks, and plenty of opportunities to network with fellow scientists and professionals. Whether you’re a returning member or new to the area, the Open House is a great way to discover what AWIS San Diego has to offer.
