Entries by WIDSC

2023 WiSE at AFTAC FEB 7-8

WiSE 2023 “Building Tomorrow Now” will focus on inspiring the next generation of academics, professionals, and leaders to build a prosperous, diverse, and inclusive STEM future through effective decision making here and now! VIEW AGENDA The symposium features inspirational academic, industry, government, department of defense, and private organization speakers from across the nation. Join WIDSC […]

10th Anniversary Celebration – RESCHEDULED February 2, 2023

Registration NOW OPEN!   Women In Defense is celebrating ten years on the Space Coast! Join us on Thursday, February 2nd, 2023, to celebrate this milestone and honor our 2023 STEM Education Innovator Award winners. This will be a great professional networking opportunity to meet other members old and new. Active-duty military and students are […]

“Making Mentoring Meaningful” Panel Event – October 25, 2022

Registration NOW OPEN! More about our Moderator and Panelists: Beth Gitlin is Founder and Principal of BJG Global Consulting where she concentrates on executive coaching, strategic planning, and leadership skills development. She is the former Executive Director of weVENTURE at Florida Tech who focused on setting and meeting key performance indicators relevant to increasing the […]

Women In Defense Space Coast Awards $15K in STEM Scholarships and Recognizes STEM Education Mentor and Business of the Year

With contribution by Emria “Vailit” Casey At the awards reception held at Courtyard by Marriott Cocoa Beach on June 21st, Women In Defense Space Coast (WIDSC) gave out $15,000 to women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Twelve aspiring college students received anywhere between $500-$1,500 to go towards their education. WIDSC has […]

Women In Defense Space Coast 5th Annual Sandbagger Invitational Golf Tournament a Great Success Raising $12K for STEM Scholarships

One hundred golfers hit the greens at Baytree National Golf Links on Friday, May 20th for the sold-out 5th Annual Sandbagger Invitational Golf Tournament to raise funds for STEM scholarships. Space Coast Intelligent Solutions (SCIS) was the Title Sponsor. The Women in Defense Space Coast Chapter (WIDSC) organized the event with seventeen volunteers working throughout […]