Jacquett Wade, interim director of the UI Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) program, recently discussed programs to encourage

women to get involved with science and technology during a Radio Iowa interview.

To listen to the broadcast interview, go to http://iowapublicradio.org/post/funneling-girls-stem-careers-about-confidence-and-curiosity#stream/0.

The mission of the Women in Science and Engineering Program is to expand and improve educational and professional opportunities for women in all fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) by facilitating individual, institutional, and social change.