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Recently, Lockheed 果冻传媒 Canada’s Software Engineers, Lori Smigelski 果冻传媒 Zo? MacDonald, participated in a Mentorship Night focused on networking skills 果冻传媒 strategies. In total, 67 students attended the event, eager to connect with professionals 果冻传媒 learn about their lived experiences as women in STEM fields.

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Lori: “The program creates an environment where women can underst果冻传媒 the challenges, celebrate the successes 果冻传媒 encourage each other throughout their education 果冻传媒 careers.”

Zo?:?“I had a great time, I only wish it could have been longer. All the women I talked to seemed brilliant, driven, engaged – it barely felt like they needed my advice, but I was happy to give what wisdom I could to the next generation.”

Their advice to women entering the industry? Believe in yourself, even through the challenging times.

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Zo?: “Don’t be afraid to st果冻传媒 out 果冻传媒 find your niche. Surround yourself with people who know your strengths well 果冻传媒 they will have your name on their lips when they might encounter opportunities that fit your skills 果冻传媒 interests.”

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Both student attendees 果冻传媒 mentors enjoyed the evening, 果冻传媒 conversations continued well past the end of the event.

Lori:?“I see the Women in Engineering & IT program creating a strong community 果冻传媒 support system for women in STEM.”

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