Program Overview

Program Overview

The INTER-AG 175 WISE SEMINAR is a 1-credit program designed for the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) learning community. This seminar features speakers from various fields of math, science, and engineering on campus, providing students with the opportunity to learn about research and its impact on daily life.

Program Details

Course Designation

• Level: Elementary L&S
• Credit: Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S
• Repeatable: Yes, for credit, up to 2 completions

Last Taught

The program was last taught in Fall 2025.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify resources and services available through CALS, the College of Engineering, and UW-Madison
• Apply the skills of a successful college student, including the ability to engage in professional conversations with peers, instructors, and successful female scientists and engineers
• Reflect on academic, career, and personal goals while building a supportive community with WISE peers
• Identify resources and strategies that will support long-term professional success, such as building a strong professional resume and acquiring job search skills
• Discuss complex issues faced by women in science, technology, and engineering
• Identify the ways in which gender can affect career and work goals
• Reflect on the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Wisconsin

Audience

The program is designed for undergraduate students who are members of the Women in Science & Engineering (WISE) Residential Learning Community.

Requisites

• Member of Women in Science & Engineering (WISE) Residential Learning Community