Women in Technology & Science
The BioHive Women in Technology and Science Mission
The BioHive Women in Technology and Science chapter strives to promote and support the participation, retention and advancement of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields in Utah.
Diversity and inclusion are essential to the success and innovation of the industry. This group is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all women in STEM.
Initiatives
- Partnerships with industry, community groups, and public organizations to create “returnship” opportunities in STEM companies for women.
- Resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities for women in STEM fields.
- Promote awareness of the contributions and achievements of women in Utah working in STEM.
Join the Community
WITS is open and free to ALL women and their colleagues. Sign up today to receive information about WITS events, educational opportunities, and more.
WITS Leadership
Meet the
Team
Faith Chamas
Program Manager, R&D // Stryker
Cindy Dunkle
Board Vice Chair // Chief People Office, Denali Therapeutics
Leah Frautschy
VP, Clinical Manufacturing // Denali Therapeutics
Tracy I. George, MD
ARUP Labs // Chief Scientific Officer
Michaela Hatch
Senior Scientist // Recursion
Yuan Ji, PhD
ARUP Labs // Section Chief, Molecular Genetics
Nina De Lacy, MD, MBA
University of Utah // Assistant Professor
Alison O’Mahony
VP, Pharmaceutical Research // Seek Labs
Marissa Saunders
Senior Scientist, Data Science // RecursionThank you to our sponsors.
Returnships
The students supported by our programs face major barriers to accessing education; many are orphaned, living in extreme poverty or dealing with other difficult family circumstances.