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Connect. Lead. Thrive.

GradSWE at Nebraska Engineering

About

Formed in 2020, the Graduate Society of Women Engineers (GradSWE) is a community of master's and doctoral students dedicated to supporting, connecting, and empowering graduate engineers across the College of Engineering. Through professional development programs, mentorship opportunities, leadership experiences, outreach initiatives, and social events, GradSWE helps students build meaningful relationships while navigating the academic, professional, and personal challenges of graduate education. We welcome members from all engineering disciplines and backgrounds who are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive engineering community.

Why Join GradSWE

Community

Connect with graduate students across engineering disciplines through social events, wellness activities, and peer networking.

Professional Development

Build skills for success through leadership workshops, guest speakers, industry connections, and career-focused programming.

Mentorship

Learn from fellow graduate students, faculty, alumni, and engineering professionals while supporting the next generation of engineers.

Advocacy & Inclusion

Help create a welcoming environment where women and allies can share experiences, address challenges, and support one another throughout graduate school and beyond.

What We Do

Professional Events

Leadership panels, career conversations, industry speakers, and conference opportunities

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Mentoring

Peer mentoring and opportunities to engage with undergraduate students interested in engineering graduate education

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Research & Academic Support

Research networking, interdisciplinary connections, and discussions on graduate student success

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Social Connections

Bowling nights, coffee chats, wellness activities, and informal gatherings that build community

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Upcoming Events

Ready to Get Involved?

Join a supportive network of graduate students committed to professional growth, mentorship, leadership, and community.