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Student support networks, mentoring and faculty support add up to retention of women in technology.


Mentoring Tool Kit for Women in Information Technology: A "How-To" Guide  Download PDF Now

This tool kit from the Center for Women and IT is a comprehensive guide to starting and maintaining a mentoring initiative. Learn the steps to creating a vital program.

The Center for Women & Information Technology: Mentoring Tool Kit



Women in Technology Club Members Reveal Their Own Ideas for Increasing Female Retention Download PDF Now

Fifty-one members of the Women in Technology club at Purdue University shared their experiences in a survey. Read their thoughts about what they gain from the club, and learn what they need from faculty as well.

Wasburn, Mara H., and Susan G. Miller. "Retaining Undergraduate Women in Science, Engineering, and Technology: A Survey of a Student Organization," Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory and Practice 6(2):155-168 (2004-2005).



Mentors Make a Difference for Female Engineering Students  Download PDF Now

For female students, mentoring can be critical to sticking with their engineering education. This article reviews the literature on successful mentoring programs, and examines strategies such as peer-, multiple- and collective mentoring that may work for women.

Chesler, Naomi C., and Mark A. Chesler. "Gender-Informed Mentoring Strategies for Women Engineering Scholars: On Establishing a Caring Community," Journal of Engineering Education (2002):49-55. American Association for Engineering Education.



A Short Course Can Build an Academic Bridge for Women  Download PDF Now

The mostly female student body at Bronx Community College is very low income, with most students qualifying for financial aid. Short, intensive courses in basic skills combined with student support significantly improved their grades and retention.

Finkelstein, Jason A., "Maximizing Retention for At-Risk Freshmen: The Bronx Community College Model," 2002.





The CalWomenTech Project is Funded by The Program for Research on Gender in Science and Engineering from The National Science Foundation - Grant no. 0533564
 
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