Episodes

  • Ep 285: Thriving in Engineering While Living With Disabilities

    Ep 285: Thriving in Engineering While Living With Disabilities
    Oct 29 2024
    In this episode, Angelie Vincent and Ramak Asgari of the SWE DisAbility Inclusion Affinity Group share their personal journeys as engineers who are thriving in STEM while living with disabilities. In conversation with Laurie Shuster, editor-in-chief of SWE Magazine, Vincent and Asgari offer insights into how leaders can create inclusive workplace environments that allow individuals with differing abilities to succeed. Hear their stories of using self-advocacy to receive accommodations and their thoughts on disclosing disabilities at work, along with recommended disability inclusion resources for engineers.
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    30 mins
  • Ep 284: Finding Your Path in STEM With Major Rachel Oliver of the U.S. Space Force

    Ep 284: Finding Your Path in STEM With Major Rachel Oliver of the U.S. Space Force
    Oct 22 2024
    This episode is sponsored by the U.S. Space Force. Major Rachel Oliver, assistant professor at the Air Force Institute of Technology, discusses how she found and followed her unique STEM path step-by-step in this episode of Diverse. Hear Major Oliver’s advice on navigating career setbacks, along with insights into her work on technologies like satellites and event-based sensors. She reflects on the future of the U.S. Space Force and encourages listeners to consider opportunities to serve, regardless of their background or technical expertise.
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    18 mins
  • Ep 283: Latinas and Allies Working Together to Advance STEM Representation

    Ep 283: Latinas and Allies Working Together to Advance STEM Representation
    Oct 11 2024
    In this episode, Helly Torres, Hispanic Heritage Month lead of the SWE Latinos Affinity Group, speaks with Sunita Lavin, a dedicated ally and SWE Latinos AG member, about the critical role of allyship in advancing Latinas in STEM. Torres explores findings from a recent “Lean In” report, which reveals that Latinas remain underrepresented in engineering and tech, especially in leadership roles. Lavin shares her personal journey as an ally and offers insights into how mentorship, advocacy, and a mindset of curiosity can bridge cultures and drive meaningful change.
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    24 mins
  • Ep 282: Engineering Opportunities in Food and Beverage With Tetra Pak

    Ep 282: Engineering Opportunities in Food and Beverage With Tetra Pak
    Oct 8 2024
    This episode is sponsored by Tetra Pak. When you grab a carton of juice or a package of your favorite snacks, it’s easy to forget that behind every bite and sip, there’s a world of engineering at work. In this episode of Diverse, two engineers from Tetra Pak share their experiences in the food and beverage industry with Karen Horting, CEO and executive director of SWE. Ruth Lima, service engineer, and Bayan Kishta, process engineer, reflect on what initially drew them to the food and beverage sector, why it’s an attractive field for engineers, and how Tetra Pak has supported their personal career aspirations.
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    28 mins
  • Ep 281: Engineered by Women With Catherine Hunt Ryan of Bechtel

    Ep 281: Engineered by Women With Catherine Hunt Ryan of Bechtel
    Oct 1 2024
    Learn how women can position themselves at the forefront of future mega construction projects in this episode of Diverse! Catherine Hunt Ryan, president of Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology business, discusses the pivotal role women play in infrastructure projects in conversation with FY25 SWE President Karen Roth. Hear about the evolving global landscape for women engineers, Hunt Ryan’s own career journey and the impact she hopes to leave, and a sneak peek of her upcoming keynote at WE24.
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    36 mins
  • Ep 280: Engaging Youth STEM Voters With Jennifer McAndrew of Tufts University

    Ep 280: Engaging Youth STEM Voters With Jennifer McAndrew of Tufts University
    Sep 26 2024
    Jennifer McAndrew from Tufts University’s Tisch College of Civic Life explores the critical issue of voter turnout among STEM students with Dr. Roberta Rincon, director of research and impact at SWE. McAndrew dives into findings from the recent "Democracy Counts 2022" report from the National Study of Learning, Voting, and Engagement, explores why collegians in STEM majors may be harder to mobilize than those in other fields and identifies strategies that can boost civic participation. Recorded on National Voter Registration Day, this conversation offers insights into increasing collegiate voting in the lead-up to the U.S. elections.
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    25 mins
  • Ep 279: Women of Color in Tech Roundtable With Discover Financial Services

    Ep 279: Women of Color in Tech Roundtable With Discover Financial Services
    Sep 24 2024
    This episode is sponsored by Discover Financial Services. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests, in their individual capacity, and not necessarily those of Discover. Three leaders at Discover Financial Services discuss their career journeys in tech, their insights on AI and emerging technologies, and how they have built communities of support as women of color in the field. Hear insights from Stephanie Jefferson, senior associate IT service management specialist; Yixiu Li, director of generative AI modeling; and Natasha Perez, senior manager of product enablement.
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    35 mins
  • Ep 278: Courageously Authentic Leadership With Shelley Knust of Cummins Inc.

    Ep 278: Courageously Authentic Leadership With Shelley Knust of Cummins Inc.
    Sep 17 2024
    Shelley Knust, vice president of product compliance and regulatory affairs at Cummins Inc., discusses her approach to courageous leadership in this episode of Diverse. Interviewed by FY25 SWE President Karen Roth, Knust reflects on a pivotal moment in her career when she made an impact on her colleagues by embracing her authentic self. She also shares several unique initiatives that empower engineers to bring their full selves to work and offers a sneak peek into her closing keynote talk at WE24.
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    24 mins