Our Mission
SAGES at UT strives to promote the representation, professional development, leadership, and success of women and underrepresented genders in STEM by fostering a cross-disciplinary community that (1) enhances opportunities for collaboration and growth, (2) increases exposure to a variety of careers, (3) provides opportunities for mentorship, (4) highlights and addresses relevant issues, and (5) encourages the younger generation's participation in STEM fields.
UNITE. EMPOWER. LEAD.
We strive to unite women and underrepresented genders in STEM both at UT and beyond, empowering them to be leaders while fostering a collaborative environment.
I'm Interested, What Should I Do Now?
SAGES at UT hosts a variety of events throughout the year. We strive to provide all students with opportunities and resources specific to their academic stage, as well as for varying career paths (academic, both tenure and non-tenure, and industry). See below for information on how to join our organization and ways you can participate in events specific to your academic stage.
How do I join SAGES?
We do not require any membership dues nor commitments. Simply join SAGES at UT via HornsLink and you're all set! You will recieve our monthly newsletter notifying you of upcoming events and opportunities.
To get more frequent updates about SAGES at UT and interact with members, consider joining our Slack channel!
Leadership
We have an executive board that meets regularly to plan SAGES at UT events and advance the goals of the organization. SAGES at UT members nominate and vote for new board members during the spring semester. Board members serve a year-long term beginning in the summer.
If you would like to become more involved in SAGES at UT, consider running for a position! Undergrads, grads, and post-docs are all welcome and encouraged to join. If you're not looking to lead, you can also get more involved by joining a committee devoted to one of our programming focuses! Please email us for more information.
Outreach
We will have various volunteer oppurtunities throughout the year. Please fill out the short form below if you are interested in volunteering with us!
Undergraduate Opportunities
SAGES at UT partners with many undergraduate STEM organizations on campus. See our What We Do page for examples and keep an eye out for upcoming events specific for undergrads!
Graduate & Postdoc Networking
SAGES at UT hosts a monthly casual conversation with a UT professor or person in industry from the surrounding area to highlight their achievements and discuss pertinent issues.
We also have a Peer Seminar Series where graduate students and post-docs can present their research to peers in a low-pressure environment! If you are interested, click on the link below.
Faculty Council
SAGES at UT is interested in developing relationships with faculty on our campus. We have initiated our mentorship program and are always looking to have more faculty participate and get involved! We also are forming a council of faculty who are interested in long-term support of SAGES. If you are interested in any level of involvement with SAGES, please contact [email protected]
Mentorship
Starting Spring 2023, SAGES is partnering with STEM Muse. STEM Muse takes the former SAGES mentorship program and scales it. STEM Muse focuses on flexible one-on-one mentorship that creates opportunities for connection and community.
Accomplishments
Winner of the WEPLC Community Advancement Award
Finalists for the Best Graduate Organization + Best Professional Organization at the Swing Out Awards for over 2 years
Raised almost $800 for the Austin Justice Coalition to support the BLM movement
