Welcome Note From
the Director
A warm welcome to both new and not-so-new students!
The one thing that a professor told me once that I have found so very helpful was to find a mentor…whether it be in school, at work, or in life. That mentor would be someone who you look up to in some way…it may be someone who is in a leadership role that you admire…it may be someone you simply would like to sound like or look like, or it may be as complex as someone who can pass the torch to you someday and give you a lift to success.
You may just find such mentors at the Women’s Center at UTD! You might find her here speaking about her experiences up the ladder of success. She may be a fellow student who stops in to the Center to study or have a cup of tea. She may be a staff or faculty member who can give you a perspective you hadn’t thought of. You will find leaders who pass through our doors, and find opportunities to shine as a leader yourself. Visit us and get involved!
We are inspired to interact with UTD and surrounding communities to raise awareness about gender, sexuality and diversity on our campus, in our community and globally…providing opportunities for exchange of ideas…such as the challenges of women achieving success in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math, and supporting diversity and mentorship in faculty.
The Women's Center is staffed by caring and committed women who are available to help you find support regarding the challenges that women face, whether you be a student, staff or faculty. The Friends of the Women's Center Advisory Board helps to plan our events throughout the year. Become a member and be a voice for women’s issues!
We invite you to find a home at the Women’s Center…Have the best year ever…starting this year!
Lauren M. DeCillis, LMSW
Updated: August 21, 2008
