Category: Upcoming Events
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AWIS Honors Dr. Jayaraman: 2026 Outstanding Woman in Science
AWIS Houston hosted an incredible celebration on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Hungry’s in Rice Village to honor our 2026 Outstanding Woman in Science (OWIS) awardee, Dr. Vasanthi Jayaraman! She presented on her career journey to become Chair for the department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School. The ~30 attendees…
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From Bench to Balance: June 2026 Fireside Chat with Dr. Nicole Scheff
What does it really look like to build a career in academic science — and a life outside of it? That’s the question at the heart of our upcoming fireside chat with Dr. Nicole Scheff, Assistant Professor of Neurobiology at the University of Pittsburgh and Principal Investigator at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. On Friday,…
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AWIS Houston April 2026 Networking Happy Hour – Update
UPDATE — AWIS Houston April Networking Happy Hour New Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026 We’ve moved our April Networking Happy Hour back one week! Same great venue, same great vibes — just a new date. Saturday, April 11, 2026 · 2:00 PMKarbach Brewing Co. Outdoor Patio Open to everyone. No cost. No registration. Just show…
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Shape Conversations. Build Community. Get Involved.
AWIS Houston’s Programming Committee is where ideas turn into conversations and conversations turn into connection. If you enjoy bringing smart people together, exploring meaningful topics, and creating spaces for learning and networking, this is an opportunity to participate in something that feels energizing and purposeful. Committee participation offers a way to be involved beyond attending…
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Designing Your 2026: A Reset for Vision & Momentum
Hosted by AWIS Houston Start the new year with intention, clarity, and forward momentum. AWIS Houston invites members to Designing Your 2026, a hands-on, community-driven reset focused on helping you reflect on what matters, clarify your goals, and set yourself up for the year ahead — personally and professionally. This is a relaxed, supportive space…
