Women in Science, Engineering, Math and Technology (WISE) at Gila
A Living-Learning Experience
Women in Science, Engineering, Math and Technology (WISE) is a UA program designed to recruit, support and retain women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields—areas where women are traditionally underrepresented. Rooms are reserved in Gila Hall for women who seek a living-learning experience during their undergraduate years at the University of Arizona. There are a number of benefits associated with living in the WISE LLC, including mentoring and tutoring opportunities, peer support for activities in and outside the classroom, and access to academic and social events sponsored by WISE. The WISE program is a partnership between Residence Life and the Southwest Institue for Research on Women (SIROW).
You will have the opportunity to:
- Feel a sense of belonging with other women in scientific fields
- Receive special tutoring, form study groups, and attend workshops, support programs and student-faculty dinners
- Be a part of a community that collectively participates in social events, field trips and cultural programs
- Attend career panels, meet professionals and learn about research and internship opportunities
- Become a WISE intern, join our High School Mentorship program, and develop your resume—All while building a community at the U of A!
Preferred Resident Criteria for the WISE LLC:
- You must be a female student enrolled at the University of Arizona
- You are majoring or minoring in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics)
- You are interested in participating in events sponsored by WISE, including career and academic workshops, social events, and field trips.
Apply Early!
- Be an admitted female to The University of Arizona
- Complete the WISE LLC Application AND Residence Life Housing Application. On your housing application, make sure you indicate your interest in the WISE Living-Learning Community and list Gila as your first hall preference.
- If you have already applied for housing, you can revise your application by going back online and updating your hall preferences (this does not change your application date) or send an E-mail to: housing AT life DOT arizona DOT edu
Space is limited to 36 participants, so apply early! You will be notified of your housing assignment by mail during between April and July. The deadline to apply for the WISE Wing is July 1, every year.
For program information contact:
Kathy Powell
WISE Program Coordinator
(520) 626-9152
Kpowell AT email DOT arizona DOT edu
OR
Andrew Campbell at Residence Life
(520) 626-2854
E-mail: Campbell AT life DOT arizona DOT edu
“Living in the WISE LLC is a great way to connect to others in similar areas of study. Knowing that one has a place in a special community on campus makes it easier to transition into college life and take advantage of the opportunities WISE and the U of A has to offer students with interests in science and engineering. A supportive community creates friendships and bonds that connect us all to each other, even among such a diverse group of people from all different places and backgrounds.”
Jenna Cave
Major: Molecular and Cellular Biology
“Living on the WISE wing at Gila was a really nice close community. I found a family, when I least expected it.”
Timne
Bilton, former WISE resident
Major: Computer Engineering
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
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