We’re offering a variety of skills-building workshops, activities and industry specific panel discussions designed to help you develop important soft skills and professional skills that will give you the competitive edge.
We understand that not everyone has the ability to attend our in-person events and workshops, so we’re also providing virtual events to help you get more involved in this program.
Registrations for events will open in the first week of May!
| Date | Event | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, May 18th, 2022 |
Mentorship Kick-off Event Join us for a fun evening of activities, conversations and food. Get to know your fellow mentors/mentees, learn about our programs, events and more! |
In-person |
| Thursday, May 19th, 2022 |
Mentorship Kick-off Event Join us for a fun evening of activities, conversations and snacks. Get to know your fellow mentors/mentees, learn about our programs, events and more! |
Virtual |
| Thursday, June 16th, 2022 |
How to talk to Strangers Reaching out and connecting with total strangers about career stuff can be totally nerve-wracking and awkward. In this workshop we will abandon traditional ideas of “networking” and talk about connecting to other people as people. We will explore reasons to connect with others, some of the challenges you might face (e.g. anxiety, nerves, imposter syndrome, etc.), and give you tips and connect you with resources for navigating talking to strangers about career stuff in a new way. |
Hybrid |
| Week of July 11th |
Industry Specific Panel Series We're offering Industry Specific Panel Discussions to gain more insight and knowledge on mentors' professional journeys within a specific industry. We will discuss challenges faced in careers, leadership positions, work-life balance and you will also have the opportunity to ask questions! |
Hybrid |
| Thursday, August 18th, 2022 |
WiE Mentorship Cook-Off Mentors and Mentees are invited to join us for a Mentorship Cooking Challenge with Chefs from UW Food services. This is your opportunity to meet other fellow mentors/mentees, make tasty food and take part in some friendly competition! |
In-person |
| Thursday, September 22nd, 2022 |
Personal Branding and Elevating your LinkedIn Have you ever heard someone say, "that's on brand of you," in an informal conversation? What if a certain 'brand' of yours can ensure your success in the employment process? Personal branding is a useful tool to take agency over how your skills, experiences, and ambitions are defined and highlighted to potential employees. We will discuss the importance of personal branding, especially through platforms like LinkedIn, and its relation to articulating one's skills, successes and goals. You will have a chance to craft your own personal branding statements and reflect on your talents through a series of unique activities. |
Hybrid |
| Thursday, October 27th, 2022 |
Coffee Chats This is your opportunity to meet mentees in the program and learn about all things networking, career, co-op, work-life balance and co-curricular. This will be a guided-discussion and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions in a safe space! |
Hybrid |
| Thursday, December 1st |
Mentorship Wrap-up Event Mentors and Mentees are invited to join us for a light dinner at the University of Waterloo followed by a fun craft activity. Let's cap off this year's successful program with one final celebration! |
In-person |