Society of Women Engineers
East Central Iowa Section

Past Events

Spring 2008

  • Make 2008 your year to entertain! "Healthy Entertainment Options"
    When: Thursday, January 17th @ 7 pm
    Where: Culinary Kitchens, Mansfield Center, Kirkwood Community College, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. S.W. Cedar Rapids.
    Cost: $5 for members, $8 for nonmembers

    "Healthy Entertaining Options" - a demonstrative culinary workshop providing sample dishes that will help you keep those New Year Resolutions!

    Check out the FLYER for more information and how to RSVP!

  • Professional Development Seminar - Overstressed, Overworked, Overwhelmed??
    When: Thursday, January 31st @ 5:30 pm
    Where: Hiawatha Library - 150 West Willman St
    Cost: SWE, SPHE & NSBE Members: $10
    Non-Members: $15
    Students: $5
    Please make checks out to "SWE-ECI"

    Come join us to watch a SWE Seminar presented by Dr. Kathleen Hall from The Stress Institute. Dr. Hall will present scientific research on the physical and mental effects of stress and four simple roots that can be woven into the fabric of your life. These four roots, S.E.L.F. - Serenity, Exercise, Love and Food are the essence of real stress management and work-life balance. Food & Refreshments will be served so come hungry!

    Check out the FLYER for more information and how to RSVP!

  • Engineering Ball & Banquet - Networking ~ Celebration ~ Dance
    When: Friday, February 15th from 6 to 10:30 pm
    Where: Hotel Sheraton Ballroom, 210 Dubuque Street, Iowa City
    Cost: Discounted rates for full-time students, SWE members, Early Bird Registrations
        $15 for full-time students by Feb 1st, $20 by Feb 7th
        $20 for SWE members by Feb 1st, $25 by Feb 7th
        $30 for non-members by Feb 1st, $35 by Feb 7th
    Attire: Evening Wear

    Celebrate National Engineers Week with an evening out. Join area engineers from organizations like ASME, IEEE, IES, NSBE and many more as well as professionals from local companies and engineering students from the University of Iowa.

    The program comprises of our keynote speaker's address, followed by a formal dinner and dance. There will be a DJ throughout the program. This fundraiser is geared to increase funds to help organize technical, professional development, networking, outreach and educational events for the next fiscal year.

    To purchase tickets DOWNLOAD FORM, fill out the 2nd page and mail along with the check (postmarked by above dates) to the address on the form.

 

Fall 2007

  • INCOSE and IEEE - Tour of the Amana Hydroelectric Generation Facility
    When: September 25, 2007. RSVP by noon Sept 24th. See flyer for details.
    Where: The Amana Hydroelectric Generation Facility across the street from the Millstream Brewery in Amana
    Cost: Dinner: IEEE/INCOSE Members + 1 Guest: $19/= per person including tax & gratuity Non Members: $22/= per person, Students: $10/= per person (The presentation is free)

    Tour guides: Laura Hoover and Jeff Gipple

    Program: Join IEEE and INCOSE for a joint tour of the Amana Hydro-Electric Generation Facility as profiled this summer in the Cedar Rapids Gazette

    Bios: Laura Hoover is the Executive Director of the Amana Colonies Historical Sites Foundation. The Sites Foundation has owned the Amana millrace and Hydro since 1994 and is dedicated to preserving and protecting the historic quality of life within the Amana Colonies National Historic Landmark. The Amana millrace is considered an integral part of the Colonies history and future

    Jeff Gipple is Line Superintendent for the Amana Society Service Company and has worked for the service company for 21 years. Prior to 1994, Jeff was directly responsible for the operation of the Amana Hydro Plant. Since 1994, Jeff has served as Consultant and Hydro Superintendent for the Amana Colonies Historical Sites Foundation.

    Itinerary:
    4:40PM 1st 20minute Tour of the Amana Millstream Brewery begins.
    5:00PM Teresa Albert, Millstream Brewery Co-owner, can guide up to 20 "earlybird" arrivals at a time through the brewery during the 2 tours.
    until 6:00PM Social Hour early arrivals can optionally sample the beer at the Millstream Brewery,
    5:30PM Meet at the Hydroelectric Generation Facility for the tour and presentations; May become two "shifts" depending on attendance.
    7:00PMish Dinner at the Ox Yoke Inn

    Reservations:
    INCOSE Members via email: JorgeBuenfil@gmail.com
    IEEE Members via email: l.tabak@ieee.org, Tel# (319) 895-4294
    Via Cedar Rapids Section IEEE Website. Click "Register Now!" on Meeting Webpage.

  • Kick Off Event
    When: Thu, September 27th at 5:30 pm
    Where: Daniel Arthurs, 821 3rd Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
    Cost: Members: FREE, Non-members: $3 per person but sign-up for SWE (www.swe.org) or bring a friend and entrance is FREE!!

    Enjoy a professional night out with appetizers, games and music while learning about SWE-ECI events for this year!

    See flyer for more information.

    Agenda:
    5:30-6:00pm Social Hour
    6:00-6.30pm SWE Events for FY07-08
    6:30-7:00pm Tour
    7:00-8:00pm Games and Questions
    8:00pm Music

  • Round Table Discussion with Panel - Working Women
    When: November
    Where: Cedar Rapids
    Cost: $3 for members, $5 for non-members

    Hear from 4 women in different stages of their career and how they have managed to achieve a work-life balance.

 

Spring 2007 

  • Engineering Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
    When: Wednesday, Jan 18th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm
    Where: Kirkwood Training and Outreach Services - 3375 Armar Dr Marion, IA Room 127
    Cost: Free
    RSVP (for food): jfpovacz@rockwellcollins.com (295-3504)

    The INCOSE Heartland Chapter presents different engineering leadership roles and scope of responsibilities. What’s the difference between a Program Manager, Technical Project Manager, Project Engineer, System Engineer, and Design Engineer? How do these roles compliment one another for an effective system engineering project team?. Check the invite or the INCOSE website for more details.

  • Top Ten Tasty Ways to a New You in 2007
    When: Saturday, Jan 20th from 10 am to noon
    Where: Hy-Vee, Edgewood Road
    Cost: $10 for full-time students and SWE members. $12 for all non-members.

    Kick off the new year right! What you CAN DO to improve your health in the new year. Food samples will be provided to all participants.

  • SWE Region H Conference
    When: Fri, Jan 26th - Sun, Jan 28th
    Where: Northwestern University, Chicago

    Join SWE-ECI at the Region H conference to network with colleagues and women from 8 different states. Region H is the Heartland Region, which is comprised of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. It is the largest Region with over 2800 members including professionals and students. There is currently eleven professional sections and forty-five student sections.

  • Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Training
    When: Thu, Jan 25th, Feb 1st and Feb 15th from 6 - 9 pm and Feb 8th from 7 - 10 pm
    Where: IMU in the Iowa Room (335), University of Iowa, Iowa City
    Cost: Free for University of IA students, nominal fee for others
    RSVP: Class size is limited, so please send your RSVP to brad-allison@uiowa.edu

    The R.A.D. System is the largest women's self defense program in the country. There are over 6,000 certified instructors in the United States and Canada. The program has been taught at more than 1,400 colleges and universities. The University of Iowa offers classes through the Department of Public Safety. All courses are free to University students and have a lifetime free practice and return policy.

    Basic Self Defense
    12 hour course usually broken down into 3 or 4 hour segments.
    Free student manual.
    Ego free learning environment.
    Instruction and participation in self-defense techniques.
    Opportunity to participate in several simulations.

    More information at http://www.uiowa.edu/~pubsfty/rad.htm

  • Engineer's Ball
    When: Friday, Feb 23rd from 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
    Where: Ballroom, Hotel Sheraton, Iowa City
    Cost: Discounted rates for full-time students, SWE members, Early Bird Registrations
        $15 for full-time students before Feb 10, $20 Feb 10 - Feb 17th
        $20 for SWE members before Feb 10, $25 Feb 10 - Feb 17th
        $30 for non-members before Feb 10, $35 Feb 10 - Feb 17th
    Attire: Evening Wear

    SWE-ECI will be hosting an Engineer's Ball in honor of Eweek. The program comprises of our keynote speaker's address, followed by a formal dinner and dance. There will be a live band/DJ throughout the program. This fundraiser is geared to increase funds to help organize technical, professional development, networking, outreach and educational events for the next fiscal year.

    To purchase tickets download this form, fill out the 2nd page and mail along with the check (postmarked by above dates) to the address on the form.

    Sponsored by:

    Allianz
    Rockwell Collins
    Skyworks Solutions Inc.
  • High School Engineer Program
    When: Feb 19th - Feb 23rd
    Where: Jefferson High School, Cedar Rapids

    This program is geared to introduce high schoolers to science and engineering. Professionals that are working in industry introduce engineering in the classroom through discussions and talks on one engineering discipline everyday of Eweek.

  • Six Sigma Technical Seminar
    When: Tuesday, March 6th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    Where: Gus's, Coralville
    Cost: $5 for full-time students and SWE members, $7 for non-members

    Learn what Six Sigma is and how it is applied in engineering and industry. Six Sigma is a disciplined, data-driven approach and methodology for eliminating defects in any process - from manufacturing to transactional and from product to service.

  • IEEE Seminar: Why Choose between Security and Convenience?
    When: Thursday, March 22nd at 6:00 pm
    Where: Metro Buffet Restaurant, 2745 Blairs Ferry Road NE, Cedar Rapids

    Join the Cedar Rapids Section of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)on Thursday, March 22 at 6 p.m. in the Metro Buffet Restaurant, 2745 Blairs Ferry Road NE, Cedar Rapids. Robert J. Hansen will speak about computer security: "Why Choose between Security and Convenience?" Contact Leon Tabak at (319) 895-4294 or l.tabak@ieee.org for reservations and information.

  • General Body Meeting
    When: Tuesday, April 3rd from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
    Where: ARA Galleries, 4850 Armar Dr Se, Cedar Rapids
    Cost: Free

    Come join us to learn more about SWE, and what SWE has to offer you. The cabinet will talk about various the ways you can get involved with SWE at the local, regional and national levels. Information will be shared on nominations for cabinet positions and participation in various committees for the next fiscal year.

  • Mercy Care Health Event
    When: Thursday, April 19th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
    Where: Mercy Hospital, 701 10th St Se, Cedar Rapids
    Cost: $5 for full-time students and SWE members, $7 for non-members

    Learn more about HPV and have your questions answered by a health-care professional. For more information visit the Center for Disease Control website .

  • Final Meeting for High School Mentorship Program
    When: Thursday, May 17th (TBD) from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
    Where: PS Air Hanger, Cedar Rapids Airport

    All Mentors, Mentees, Parents and Teachers are invited to join as SWE-ECI hosts the final meeting for the High School Mentorship Program.

Fall 2006 

  • Kick-Off Networking Event
    When: Thursday, September 28th from 6:00 to 10:00 PM
    Where: The Piano Lounge, 208 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids

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    Come join us in learning more about what the Society of Women Engineers - Eastern Central Iowa chapter has to provide for you this year at our kick-off event! We have many exciting events planned for this year. Don't miss out on the wonderful opportunities! There will be the chance to network with other professionals while enjoying good food and great entertainment. You can't pass up the ½ price martinis and wine as well as a chance to win door prizes!

  • SWE 2006 National Conference
    When: Wednesday, October 11th - Saturday, October 14th
    Where: Kansas City, MO

    SWE National conference is in Kansas City this year October 11-14th, registration forms can be found at www.swe.org. There will be several SWE ECI members attending this outstanding forum. We highly recommend the opportunity if you can join us.

    Join SWE-ECI and 4,000 colleagues at the most powerful professional development conference for women in engineering and technology. Whether you are an undergraduate student, graduate student, entry level engineer or experienced professional, you will find three days filled with sessions, tours, networking, and career opportunities.

  • Self-Defense Classes - Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Training
    When: Wednesdays, Oct 11th, 18th, and 25th from 6-10 pm (TBD). Check http://www.uiowa.edu/~pubsfty/rad.htm for schedule
    Where: University of Iowa, Iowa City

    The R.A.D. System is the largest women's self defense program in the country. There are over 6,000 certified instructors in the United States and Canada. The program has been taught at more than 1,400 colleges and universities. The University of Iowa offers classes through the Department of Public Safety. All courses are free to University students and have a lifetime free practice and return policy.

    Basic Self Defense
    12 hour course usually broken down into 3 or 4 hour segments.
    Free student manual.
    Ego free learning environment.
    Instruction and participation in self-defense techniques.
    Opportunity to participate in several simulations.
    More information at http://www.uiowa.edu/~pubsfty/rad.htm

  • High School Engineering Mentor Program
    When: Starts in November
    Where: Cedar Rapids

    This November SWE-ECI will host a social where members of the engineering community will be paired up with high school students, where students can discuss educational goals/dreams

  • Anyone Can Fly! Free Flights!
    When: November 11th, 10 am - 1pm
    Where: PS Air, Cedar Rapids Airport

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    Information booths for Ground School, Private Pilot Training, Local Flight Clubs, etc. Tour of airplanes and helicopter. Free flights to be raffled off! Food & Drinks Available.

  • Tis' the Season of Giving. Shop for the Holidays in Style while raising funds for the Women's Shelter!
    When: December 9th, 10 am - 2 pm
    Where: Crowne Plaza, Cedar Rapids Downtown

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    Vendors include:
    Ann’s Handmade Wrappings
    Daisy Blue Naturals Skin
    Lia Sophia Jewelry
    Mary Kay Cosmetics
    Noah's Ark Animal Workshops
    Norwex: Cleaning Without Chemicals
    Pampered Chef Kitchen Supplies
    PartyLite Candles
    Silpada Jewelry
    Signature HomeStyles
    Tastefully Simple Gourmet Foods
    Tupperware
    And More…

    Specialty Holiday Wrapping will be available for your convenience!
    Holiday season making you tense? Mini massages will be available from a local professional!

    A raffle will be held with items from each vendor. Money raised from this raffle will go to the Women’s Charity. Please bring donations for the Women’s Charity Waypoint as entrance fee. Acceptable items include: Bath Products, Personal Hygiene Items , Dish Soap, Bleach, Laundry Soap, Baby Products, Deodorant, Band-Aids, etc.