Inspiring women in STEM: Olivia’s story
As the first in her family to attend university and to become an engineer, Olivia is determined to set an example that inspires other women in STEM. Growing up in a small indigenous community in Mexico, she dreamed of a life of independence beyond traditional gender...
New Networking Portal
Connecting WWIN Star Scholars and alumnae in our new networking portal. WWIN has always been more than a scholarship: it is also a community that champions women’s success. Time and again, our Star Scholars tell us how powerful it is to meet other women who are also...
Daniela’s Story
Bold steps toward big dreams. As a first-generation college student, Daniela knows what it means to take a leap into the unknown in pursuit of her dreams. Moving away from her family in Walla Walla to Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) in Tacoma wasn’t easy, but she...
Save the date for Elevate
Please save the date of September 23, 2023 for the debut of Elevate, our new annual fundraising event in support of WWIN Star Scholars.
Star Scholarship Applications Now Open
We are now accepting Star Scholarship applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. Do you know a woman who could become one of our next Star Scholars? Please share the link to our Star Scholarship application with your network and spread the word so that more...
Refreshing our vision, mission and values
We are delighted to share We are delighted to share WWIN’s vision, mission and values, recently refreshed through a process of thoughtful collaboration by our Board and staff, recently refreshed through a process of thoughtful collaboration by our Board and staff.
A Fond Farewell
After more than 11 years with WWIN, Monique Scher, Operations and Special Events Director, has decided to move on.
WWIN Works
WWIN’s work changes lives and communities for the better.
Life-Changing Support for Nontraditional Students
As colleges and universities seek to better understand and respond to the needs of nontraditional students, WWIN is ahead of the curve.
WWIN Recognized at Women to Watch Events
WWIN was honored to be selected as the beneficiary of the annual 425 Magazine and South Sound Magazine Women to Watch events.