ASME/STEM
What does ASME stand for?
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Which scientist discovered radium and fundamentally changed our understanding of radioactivity?
Marie Curie
What does SWE stand for?
The Society of Women Engineers
What is the goal of He For SWE?
The purpose of the HeForSWE Group is to grow inclusion and advocacy efforts by way of increasing male allies in STEM fields. HeForSWE aims at being a meaningful resource for SWE members by providing multiple perspectives on gender inclusivity.
What elements make up water?
Hydrogen and Oxygen
What is Newton's Second Law?
F = m*a
Which inventor and engineer is famous for creating the alternating current (AC) electricity supply system?
Nikola Tesla
Name two committees that make up SWE (other than HeForSWE)
Community Development, Corporate Relations, Diversity & Inclusion, HeForSWE, Mentorship, Outreach, Professional Development, Public Relations, Sustainability, Team Tech, Technical Workshops, University & Alumni Relations
12 Committees in total!
Name an event that has been hosted by HeForSWE in the past
S’mores with HeForSWE
Kahoot & Pudding Cups
Male Allyship Discussion
Analyzing Pop TV Shows
Male Allyship Webinar
D&I Allyship Lunch
On what planet in our solar system would you weigh the most?
Jupiter
What is the percentage of women in the US STEM workforce?
35%
This influential engineer and entrepreneur championed gender diversity in tech by creating a foundation focused on supporting girls' education in STEM in 1994. Who is he?
Bill Gates
When did HeForSWE officially become a committee of SWE at the UMN?
2 years ago
What year did the Titanic sink?
1912
What is the element with an atomic number of 79?
Gold
This engineer and industrialist, famous for his innovations in the automobile industry, actively promoted women's participation in engineering through recruitment and support programs
Henry Ford
50 years!
Name two of the 4 steps described earlier in accommodating diverse perspectives
1. Control Environments
2. Listen and Understand
3. Control Emotions
4. Pause
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
What are the official colors of ASME?
Blue and White
This American astronaut made history in 1983 as the first American woman in space, inspiring generations of women to pursue careers in STEM. Who is she?
Sally Ride
Including the 4 officers, how many people make up the leadership of SWE? (Hint: think DOC + committee members + officers)
68! (29 DOC + 35 committee members + 4 officers)
Lost and Confused
Overachiever
Jokester
Argumentative
Devil’s Advocate
Who was the first woman ever inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Aretha Franklin