WISPod

Last WISpod of the year! Join Mary, Director of Operations and Ana, VP of Finance of Women in STEM as they chat all things imposter syndrome from what it is, how it manifests in our behaviour, and how to combat it. 

Not interested in traditional career routes of med school or grad school? Want to explore combining your STEM background with a degree in business? Tune in as this episode spotlights a talented panel of HBA/STEM Dual Degree students sharing their experiences at the Ivey Business School. Jam-packed with topics ranging from academics and internships to program culture, this is the perfect episode fo...

Listen in as members of the WIS executive team discuss the realities of student living and the importance of personal identity during this time. Topics include roommates, friends, routines, support systems, and more!

Listen in on the personal experiences of WIS executives as they discuss all things money-related and student-related! Topics such as housing, groceries, resources, social outings, and more all come into play in this "WIS Gets Real" episode.

The Undergraduate Summer Internship Program is a valuable opportunity for research. Learn more about the program through the experiences of our executive members and for important advice when considering research!

Interested in research but have no idea where to start? This episode discusses cold emailing, summer internships, and work-study through the experiences of our executive members. Listen in for some advice along with tips and tricks on getting started!

We're Back! - and with a new host Thea, Women in STEM's AVP Operations. For our first episode of the year, Thea is joined by Alice, one of the Operations directors to discuss all things they wish they knew in first year, self-care tips, and surviving the dreaded two-week period known as exam season. Listen in as we address exam-centred topics through a mental health lens and authentic conversation...

Meet Jessie, our VP of Community Inclusion and find out what our CI team does in WIS! Included in this episode: the inspiration behind our Resource Book, an EDI Training digest, and a realistic take on campus culture

Part 3 of WIS Gets Real - a mini series about student social life, building relationships, and time management. In this final part, we wrap the series up by delving into the common misconceptions about being a well-rounded student and reveal the imperfect 'behind the scenes' that often goes ignored.

Part 2 of WIS Gets Real - a mini series about student social life, building relationships, and time management. Today, we discuss the tough realities of moving away from home and maintaining long distance relationships, whether it be with family, friends, or a significant other. 

Part 1 of WIS Gets Real - a mini series about student social life, building relationships, and time management. In this episode, our first year directors share their struggles in residence, talk about shallow vs meaningful friendships, and discuss finding a work/life balance in University. Stay tuned!

What does life look like after undergrad? Western alumni, Mariska, Kristina, and Melissa, share their growth post graduation covering regrets, most rewarding experiences, reflections on the past, and what to do once you get your degree.

Join in for an all-new episode featuring the senior executive team as they unbox STEM programs at Western University! In this segment, speakers share their insight on preparing for undergraduate programs and post-undergraduate pathways. University applications, research and internships, specializations, imposter syndrome, and dealing with failure, this STEM-focused episode covers it all!

Incoming and returning mustangs, welcome! This pilot episode is the ultimate, tell-all survival guide to entering first year as a Western student. In episode 1, our upper years share their experiences and advice on everything you need to know from residence, classes, and clubs, to campus life and rookie mistakes to avoid, buckle up!