Our History and Awards
In 1992, Ellen Weaver, Professor Emeritis of Biology at San Jose State University and member of AWIS Palo Alto, was selected to serve as President of National AWIS. After her two-year term, Ellen was honored by the Palo Alto Chapter as the recipient of the first Judith Pool Award which honors senior level women who have been successful academic researchers and mentors. A second award, Ellen Weaver Award was created in her name to recognize young women early in their scientific careers who are also active in their community. A third award, the is presented to a woman who continues to promote career development for women scientists, while her professional role has moved her to administrative or other spheres of influence. These awards are among the honors presented at the annual NCC-AWIS Awards Banquet.
Awards
Scholarship Award
The Palo Alto AWIS scholarship program reflects the organization’s commitment to improving educational opportunities for women in Science. Our chapter offers $1000 student scholarship awards to women majoring in a STEM program at either De Anza or Foothill community college. The award is presented to the winner at the annual Awards banquet. To serve in the scholarship application review committee, please contact Reem
