IEEE WIE STAR Program: STEM Mentorship & Exposure Session
The IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Student Branch Affinity Group at the University of Eldoret proposes a STEM mentorship and exposure session under the IEEE WIE Student-Teacher and Research Engineer/Scientist (STAR) Program.
The session is designed to connect pre-university learners with female university students pursuing different STEM disciplines. Rather than focusing on technical training, the initiative will provide learners with an opportunity to hear real experiences about pursuing STEM, university life, challenges, opportunities, and career pathways.
The session will feature a panel or fireside conversation followed by interactive mentorship circles, allowing learners to ask questions and engage directly with the mentors. The initiative aims to provide relatable STEM role models and encourage learners, particularly girls, to see STEM education and careers as achievable pathways.
Participants and student mentors will receive certificates in recognition of their participation and contribution to the session. IEEE WIE merchandise will also be provided to participating learners.
The activity is proposed in collaboration with the EldoHub Kids & Teens Program, in coordination with the EldoHub team.
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- Eldoret, Rift Valley
- Kenya
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- Co-sponsored by Eldohub Academy
- Starts 11 October 2026 09:00 PM UTC
- Ends 06 November 2026 09:00 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Agenda
Proposed Agenda: IEEE WIE STAR STEM Mentorship & Exposure Session
1. Registration & Welcome | 15 minutes
• Participant registration
• Introduction to IEEE WIE and the STAR Program
• Welcome remarks
2. Meet the Mentors | 10 minutes
• Introduction of the female STEM mentors
• Brief introduction to their disciplines and areas of interest
3. STEM Journeys: Panel/Fireside Conversation | 30 minutes
• How the mentors discovered their interest in STEM
• Transition from school to university
• Experiences studying STEM
• Challenges and lessons learned
• Opportunities they have encountered
• Career aspirations and current work
4. Learner Q&A | 15 minutes
• Open questions from the learners
• Discussion around STEM, university and career pathways
5. Mentorship Circles | 40 minutes
• Small group conversations between learners and mentors
• Personal questions and experiences
• Discussion of university life, STEM disciplines and career options
6. Reflection & Key Takeaways | 10 minutes
• Learners share key lessons or insights from the session
• Closing reflections from mentors
7. Certificates, Recognition & Group Photo | 15 minutes
• Certificates for participating learners
• Certificates of appreciation for student mentors and volunteers
• Recognition of EldoHub as a collaborating partner
• IEEE WIE merchandise presentation
• Group photograph
8. Closing Remarks | 5 minutes