Science Careers in Search of Women

A Conference Focused on High School Women
in Pursuit of a Career in Science and Technology

Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne, Illinois

Thursday
April 2, 2009
Waterfall Glen Conference Series

Arlene Wagner of Argonne demonstrates liquid chromatography to students during a Chemistry tour.

See a slideshow from the 2005 Conference

Women continue to be underrepresented in science and technology. Research shows that girls and young women lose interest in subjects and fields of study leading to scientific and technical careers long before they enter college. The Science Careers in Search of Women Conference was conceived to reach out and engage high school women and encourage them to consider careers in science and technology. Emphasis will be on exploring career opportunities and options in science and technology. In addition, information on employment trends and educational requirements will be presented. Speakers and panelists will come from a variety of scientific and engineering disciplines. Ample time will be allowed for participants to meet with speakers and panelists to learn firsthand about life's rewards for women in science. The Conference will be held at Argonne National Laboratory, located about 25 miles southwest of downtown Chicago.

Argonne National Laboratory is one of the U.S. Department of Energy's largest research centers. It is also the nation's first national laboratory, chartered in 1946. Argonne is managed for the U.S. Department of Energy by UChicago Argonne, LLC. Argonne has five major mission areas, each of which fulfills important governmental and Department of Energy responsibilities, as well as provides important benefits to our society at large. They are:  conducting basic scientific research, operating national scientific facilities, enhancing the nation's energy resources, developing better ways to manage environmental problems, and national security.

Eligibility: High School students enrolled and/or interested in a science or mathematics curriculum.

How to Apply: Teachers/counselors are encouraged to apply electronically or submit application forms to the Division of Educational Programs, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 South Cass Avenue, Argonne, Illinois 60439, Telephone 630-252-4114 - Fax 630-252-3193.

Application Deadline: February 13, 2009. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis. Notifications of acceptance will be sent during the week of February 23, 2009.

Video Clips of 2004 Conference
March 12, 2004

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Speakers and Panels
Teacher Interviews
Student Interviews