BU GradSWE
Boston University
About BU GradSWE
BU GradSWE is a vibrant graduate student community within Boston University's engineering program, dedicated to supporting women engineers as they pursue their master's and doctoral degrees in Boston, MA. Founded by passionate graduate students who recognized the unique needs of advanced engineering students, BU GradSWE operates as part of the Society of Women Engineers, a not-for-profit organization with over 70 years of history empowering women in engineering professions.
At its core, BU GradSWE is driven by a mission to provide graduate students with the resources, community, and support necessary to excel academically and transition successfully into fulfilling engineering careers. The organization creates safe spaces where graduate engineers can discuss identity, workplace stereotypes, and gender issues while building meaningful connections with peers facing similar challenges and aspirations.
What distinguishes BU GradSWE is its intentional focus on the graduate experience. Rather than generic professional development, the chapter tailors its programming specifically for students navigating the complexities of advanced degrees, whether pursuing PhDs in specialized fields like biomicroscopy or master's degrees in emerging areas like medical robotics engineering. The organization provides infrastructure for graduate student involvement in SWE while fostering authentic community through regular virtual coffee conversations and networking events.
Founded by co-founders Jenny Sun and Evelyn Liu, both accomplished graduate engineers themselves, BU GradSWE embodies the values of diversity, inclusion, and mutual support. The chapter actively works to build a future where engineers of all genders feel comfortable, supported, and free from discrimination. By combining professional opportunities with genuine community connection, BU GradSWE serves as both a career development resource and a supportive network for women engineers pursuing advanced degrees at Boston University.