WMed celebrates the contributions of women in medicine and science, and we strive to continuously promote the inclusion of women in academic medicine and science. WMed boasts two organizations to promote the development of women in medicine and science: the group for Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) and the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA).
The Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) group at WMed is modeled after the AAMC Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS). WIMS is focused on promoting the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in medicine and science. To accomplish this, WIMS sponsors professional development events that promote mentorship, networking, and career advancement among the female faculty, residents, and medical students at WMed. In addition, WIMS engages in community outreach to foster a love of math, science, and medicine in young girls in the Kalamazoo area.
WIMS meets several times throughout the year and new members are welcome at all events. For more information on WIMS events, or to become a member of the WIMS Steering Committee, please contact Drs. Kirsten Porter-Stransky or Melinda Abernethy. If you would like to be added to the WIMS email list, please contact faculty.affairs@med.wmich.edu.
WIMS Events
- Upcoming Events
WMed AMWA, WIMS, Office of Diversity and Inclusiveness Presents: Understanding Gender Bias Today and Solutions to Address it
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 | 12:00 1:00 p.m.
Virtual EventGender bias looks very different than it did in decades past – it’s more covert and harder to see. To tackle these pervasive experiences, this presentation will cover gender equity concepts to understand how gender bias manifests in today’s workplaces, explore solutions for addressing these microaggressions and biases, and address finding and working with allies to combat these negative experiences. The presentation will be provided by Diana Lautenberger, from the AAMC, and provide the latest in gender equity topics and tangible solutions to create a more inclusive and safe environment.
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WIMS Lunch and Learn
Friday, May 7, 2021, Noon-1:00 PM
Via Microsoft Teams | Click here to join the meeting - Past Events
WIMS A Day in the Life: Covid-19
Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 12:00-12:50 p.m.
Via Microsoft TeamsWIMS Lunch an Learn
Wednesday, December 13, 2019, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus, TBL 1WIMS A Day in the Life
Monday, October 7, 2019, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus, Classroom 111WIMS Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus, Classroom 111WIMS: A Day in the Life
Wednesday, September 30, 2020, 5:30-7:00 PM
Via Microsoft TeamsWIMS Lunch and Learn
Friday, October 23, 2020, Noon-1:00 PM
Via Microsoft TeamsVirtual CME Event on Human Trafficking
Friday, October 23, 2020, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Via Microsoft TeamsWIMS Lunch and Learn
Friday, December 4, 2020, Noon-1:00 PMWomen's History Month
March is Women’s History Month! WIMS and the Medical Library invite you to recognize an inspiring woman in your life by writing her name on our Inspiration Boards located on the first and second floors of the W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus during the month of March.WIMS Lunch and Learn
Friday, March 5, 2021, Noon-1:00 PM
Via Microsoft Teams
Topic: Women Working Towards Academic Promotion: A Discussion on Strategies for Success