Welcome!

...to the World Wide Web Home Page of Purdue University's Women in Physics! We hope you enjoy your stay here.

You have many options available to you here. You can found out what Women in Physics is, who we are, what we do, how you can join, and when our next meeting is!

Information about ScienceScape. ScienceScape is a week long, residential science camp for girls who will be entering 7th, 8th, or 9th grade. ScienceScape gives young ladies the chance to learn about different fields of science while being mentored by women scientists.

In an effort to create more awareness of women in the fields of science, Women in Physics has created a feature called Spotlight Scientist.

What Is Women in Physics All About?

Women in Physics is a university organization that brings the women studying and working in the physics department together to get to know one another to counteract isolation, provide more female physicist role models, and create a more positive environment in which to learn more about physics.

We meet regularly to discuss current topics concerning women in science and all the world. We discuss many current and interesting things such as strategies for landing a job in physics, conflicting roles women face between their research and their families, and even broader topics such as rape prevention and opening up the lines of communication between men and women.

Of course, we also talk about physics. There is a guest speaker at most meetings, be it a famous research scientist from abroad or a professor that you might run into in the halls of the building. Everyone has something to say. Our meetings are informal, and always have lunch or other refreshments.

Everyone is welcome at our meetings, and you can rest assured that anything you have to say will be listened to and respected. Respect is the foundation of Women in Physics, and we feel that it is important for everyone to feel comfortable at our meetings.