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Congratulations to all 2025 SWE San Diego Awardees. Check out the Awards Program Brochure and event Photos. Did you attend? Fill in our banquet feedback survey.
Congratulations to the FY26 Executive Council Team!
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Join SWE San Diego in one of our general events (Professional Development, Member Engagement), Outreach Events, or ask to join one of the Committee Planning Meetings to get more involved and make a difference. Our full listing of Calendar Events is listed here.
Dear SWE-San Diego Members,
It is time to identify and nominate potential candidates for the FY27 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) SWE-San Diego (SWE-SD) Executive Council. The SWE-SD Nominating Committee needs your help with identifying at least one qualified candidate for each of the five Executive Council (EC) positions:
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
For more information about the roles and responsibilities, check out our role descriptions.
While the Nominating Committee is responsible for ensuring that qualified candidates are placed on the ballot, identifying SWE's future leaders is everyone's responsibility.
It is the responsibility of all of us to see that members are considered not only to develop and grow our leaders, but to grow our section and the Society's mission. We look forward to receiving your recommendations.
Nominations are due by March 27, 2026.
ELIGIBILITY: To take office, candidates must be voting members of the Society.
CHARACTERISTICS: The key leadership characteristics we look for are a willingness to develop and grow as a leader, exercise strategic planning and team building skills, take initiative to move plans forward, demonstrate results, and promote an inclusive organization.
TO NOMINATE: Fill out this form by March 27, 2026. Self-nominations will be accepted.
CONSENT: Candidate consent is required before placing on the ballot.
Thank you for helping us identify candidates who can provide leadership excellence for SWE-San Diego in the coming fiscal year!
Sincerely,
FY26 SWE-San Diego Nominating Committee Chair
nominations@swesandiego.org
P.S. - Know someone (including YOU!) who's ready to get involved with SWE-SD and not quite ready for an officer position? They can join one of our committees! Committee descriptions are posted on our website.
We're always looking for help with pulling events together, being a SWE champion at your company, engaging kids through hands-on outreach, mentoring collegiate sections, and more. Sign up here.
Let’s keep the energy from WE Local Portland going! Join me for a casual Professional Development WE Local Portland RECAP & President's Cafecito Chat.
📍 Finjan Coffee Co.
March 15, Sunday
We’ll share highlights, lessons learned, and favorite moments from the conference. We're excited to bring the momentum back to our local community!
Whether you were able to attend or not, join us as we discuss key takeaways and share experiences.
Register at the link below or by scanning the QR code.
Join us for a day of connection, wellness, and community at the Women in STEM Walk & Friendsgiving Picnic hosted by the Society of Women Engineers – San Diego Section (SWE-SD)!
🗓 Date: TBA
🕘 Time: 9:45-1:00pm
📍 Location: Balboa Park
Come walk, talk, and unwind with fellow women in STEM, students, and allies. Whether you’re looking to network, enjoy the outdoors, or simply recharge, this event is the perfect blend of fun and inspiration.
Bring your friends, family, and picnic blanket, and let’s celebrate sisterhood, STEM, and sunshine together! ☀️
MUST RSVP to attend:
https://forms.gle/qu3mvD5SDTErwDQy8
Newsletter Alert!
🌟 Launching SWE SD EmpowerHer 🌟 CLOSED
A new chapter of connection, growth, and community begins now.
We’re thrilled to introduce SWE SD EmpowerHer, a mentorship initiative created to bring early professioal, Collegiate, and SWENexters together with local STEM professionals for meaningful, one‑on‑one guidance. This program is designed to accelerate your leadership journey by surrounding you with a supportive network of peers and mentors who can inform, inspire, and champion your success.
SWE SD EmpowerHer is rooted in the belief that mentorship changes lives. By fostering genuine mentor–mentee relationships built on shared experiences, encouragement, and thoughtful guidance, we aim to support academic achievement, personal development, and career exploration.
💡 Program Highlights
🗓 Timeline: January–May
🤝 Format: One‑on‑one mentoring connections
📅 Commitment: Meet twice a month (in person or virtual)
🎯 Focus Areas: Academic support, leadership development, and career readiness/advancement
If you are a professional eager to uplift the next generation of engineers and leaders, SWE SD EmpowerHer offers a meaningful way to grow and help others grow alongside you.
👉 Sign up here!EmpowerHER Mentor Sign up
We can’t wait to build a community where mentorship thrives and every participant feels empowered to reach their full potential. 💙
Call for Nominations: Section Annual Recognition Awards 🌟
Do you know a volunteer who goes above and beyond for our community? Now is the time to recognize them.
The Society of Women Engineers San Diego Section Annual Recognition Awards celebrate the incredible members whose leadership, service, and dedication help our section thrive. Our volunteers are the heartbeat of SWE, and this is an opportunity to honor those who make a meaningful impact through outreach, mentorship, professional development, and community building.
We encourage you to nominate a fellow member, mentor, or volunteer who inspires you. Your nomination helps us celebrate the people who embody the spirit of Give to Gain and strengthen our SWE community.
📣 Submit a nomination and help us recognize the amazing leaders among us.
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