Empowering Women in STEM: The Power of Mentors and Connections- Aiman & Summan Rahman

Sirisha talks about the power of mentoring in STEM fields with guests Aiman and Suman. They discuss the challenges of transitioning to school during COVID and how mentoring helped them navigate it. The conversation covers how mentors are crucial for career development, whether male or female, in any field including STEM, workplace, or entrepreneurship. They also emphasize the importance of seeking out new connections and conversations through meetings and asking for more contacts to provide avenues for growth. Listeners can call in to ask questions and the show has been moved to Thursdays at 02:00. Tune in for more insights on the topic of women in STEM and the power of STEM mentoring.

Hey there, STEM enthusiasts! Have you ever struggled to navigate your career path or find your footing in the engineering world? Well, look no further! In this episode  we discuss the power of STEM Mentoring with Aiman and Suman. We dive deep into the benefits of having mentors, networking, attending conferences, and personal projects. Plus, we chat about the importance of representation and diversity in engineering, especially in areas like biomedical engineering. So, if you're looking to learn more about STEM mentorship and the experiences of two successful women, tune in and be empowered!

Aiman Rahman & Summan Rahman, Biomedical Engineering students at The University of Texas at Dallas are going to share how they successfully navigate college and the internship landscape by leaning into the power of Mentors. 

Aiman Rahman was a freshman in college during the COVID pandemic. Looking for ways to get involved and make connections, she stumbled upon Wmwe, a mentorship program. Initially unsure of what it entailed, Aiman attended a kickoff meeting and found it to be a valuable opportunity. She quickly took on a leadership role within the organization, wanting to spread the benefits of mentorship to other students on campus. Her involvement with Wmwe has been a rewarding experience, both personally and for those she has been able to help.

Suman Rahman joined Women Mentoring Women in Engineering at UT Dallas during her freshman year. Through the club, she learned from industry professionals like Sirisha in electrical and biomedical engineering. As a freshman,

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