Since 1998, the WIT Mentor-Protégé Program has linked professional women mentors and protégés for networking and learning. WIT Members who are considering career-changes, professional growth or exploring other avenues for success are encouraged to apply.

We are currently accepting applications for new Protégés in the Mentor-Protégé Program 25. Full details are on the WIT Web site at http://www.womenintechnology.org/content.asp?contentid=59. Applications are due by May 7, and the orientation will take place on Tuesday evening, June 8, 2010, with monthly sessions continuing through November.

Thirty Protégés are accepted into this cornerstone WIT program. If you are seeking to expand your horizons, learn from other successful women, and re-energize your career, this is the program for you. Women interested in participating as a Protégé can apply online.

We are also seeking new Mentors. If you are willing to share your time, experience and insights with other professional women, please apply online.

The Washington Business Journal is pleased to offer Women in Technology members $15 off the regular price of a subscription. As a subcriber, you'll receive: A weekly paper with the Washington business news you need; free copy of the Book of Lists, when published - a $60 value; the Digital Edition and archives - a complete replication of the paper available online 24/7; exclusive access to special online content available only to subscribers More details about this offer.

One of the biggest changes in the 2010 job market is the shift in what constitutes a strong resume. If you haven’t job hunted in a while, the changes in the landscape can throw you for a loop! Recruiters and hiring managers decide in 3-10 seconds whether a resume will go in the “yes” pile for further consideration or the “no” pile that goes in the dumpster. As a former hiring manager who decided who would get the interview and who wouldn’t, Judy Brannock, Certified Career Coach, knows what works and what doesn’t in this unique job market. More details about this event.

The Women's Center, a WIT Strategic Alliance Partner, is holding two upcoming events. May 6: Resilience: Master Change, Overcome Setbacks and Thrive Under Pressure. Our ability to respond to job pressures, unexpected difficulties and setbacks flexibly, calmly and thoughtfully is important. Our ability to do so during times of rapid change and extreme pressure is crucial. In this compelling, insightful and practical program, Margie shares proven strategies based on the latest psychological research for developing one’s personal strategy for resilience.

June 8: A Time for Resilience and Reinvention. Join The Women’s Center in Celebration of Rebecca Shambaugh’s New Book A Time for Resilience and Reinvention “Leadership Secrets of Hillary Clinton.”

Women in the mathematics, and engineering have long been underrepresented in tenured and full professor positions but overrepresented in untenured and junior faculty positions, even after controlling for publication productivity and institutional affiliation. (Sonnert, G. (1995)) These differences have not disappeared over time and today, women faculty in science and engineering are still promoted more slowly and receive fewer honors and leadership positions. (Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy (2007)).

"Suited for Change is not just about suits...it's about changing the fabric of women's lives." WIT members are invited to join Suited for Change on May 5, 2010 from 6-9 p.m. at the Naval Heritage Center. The 18th anniversary celebration will feature great good, friends and fun, plus the opportunity to bid on fantastic items in the live and silent auctions. More info at www.suitedforchange.org.

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