She Speaks STEM
Welcome to She Speaks STEM, the official podcast of the Graduate Society Women Engineers (GradSWE) at the University of Toronto. This show brings together emerging scholars, trailblazing researchers, and accomplished alumni to share their insights and experiences navigating the world of engineering and the broader STEM landscape.
From cutting-edge research and career advancement tips to personal growth stories and mentorship guidance, each episode fosters community, empowerment, and curiosity. Whether you’re a current grad student, a prospective engineer, or simply excited about the future of STEM, She Speaks STEM offers inspiring conversations that illuminate the challenges, triumphs, and possibilities awaiting the next generation of women leaders in engineering!
She Speaks STEM
Episode 3: International Women's Day with Marisa Sterling
Celebrating IWD & Campus Initiatives with Marisa Sterling
How can we create more inclusive and supportive spaces in engineering? In this special International Women’s Day episode, we sit down with Marisa Sterling, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Professionalism at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. We discuss the impact of IWD, the incredible initiatives happening across campus to support women in STEM, and Marisa’s inspiring journey—from bio-pharma engineering to leadership in professional engineering organizations.
This podcast is proudly supported by our club sponsor, Marisa Sterling, P.Eng, FEC, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Professionalism at the University of Toronto. Learn more about her work at uofteng.ca/edi.
We would also like to extend our gratitude to all of our funding sources, whose generous support makes this podcast possible. Visit us at https://gradswe.sa.utoronto.ca/ or @gradsweuoft on Instagram to learn more about our community and upcoming events!