Articles & Resources
Celebrating engineers, leaders, moms, and mentors.
At ELMM, we are dedicated to supporting women who choose to stay in STEM careers. We do this by sharing our collective stories, advocating for necessary change, and fostering a vibrant and supportive community.
The following are offered as conversation starters. If you come across other resources, articles or groups you think we should know about, please tell us!
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From Raw Data to Rough Drafts
Wendy Cocke and Cassie Leonard share their experience in writing non-fiction books and invite you to join them this Fall to connect in-person and at a virtual workshop to learn more about how you can creatively build your own unique marketing resource. - Originally published for the SWE Entrepreneur's Affinity Group October 2024 Newsletter.
WiNning Together: Celebrating the Success of the Mersen Summit!
“The summit's true magic lay in its ability to bring together women and allies in an environment traditionally dominated by men…”
Who are you inviting in?
Being highlighted in the SWE Entrepreneurs newsletter is an honor, and one more example of how lucky I am to have found this community.
If you ever get a chance to pull someone into your community, take a note from my experience. Bring them in with open arms!
A look inside “STEM Moms”
I am Cassie.
I am an engineer, leader, and mother. And because I’m an engineer, I decided there really should be an acronym for this… ELM.
A new way to start the new year
Several years ago, I decided to make a pivot from this tradition. I wanted to look forward to the abundance of time coming in the next year. The new year is a full 365.25 days of opportunity!
Unique Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
What do you get for that hard to shop STEM partner, mentor, friend, lab partner…?
Here are 9 more (often fabulously nerdy) ideas for where to shop online for unique STEM inspired gifts this year:
5 Ways to Stop Playing Tetris with Your Work Calendar
Just as the game of Tetris provides a break for the mind, our calendar strategies aim for balance at work.
Here's to a calendar that's not just full but fulfilling, allowing you to savor the sweet taste of success without the stress of constantly rearranging blocks (#tetriminos). By decluttering, prioritizing strategically, embracing the power of 'no,' setting boundaries, and leveling up on our team’s empowerment, we can transform how we operate.
How to Find a Unicorn: Connecting with STEM Moms
Having people with shared experiences in our lives helps us all to feel understood.
How to Relax, Recharge, and Connect.
In today's fast-paced and demanding work environment, it's more important than ever to take mental breaks.
Less than 16% of Computer, Electrical, and Aerospace Engineering Degrees are awarded to Women Today.
We can do better… 3 Simple Steps to make a difference in supporting girls in STEM.
Sharing Stories to Inspire Girls in STEM
Do you have a beloved book to share?
Finding 10 minutes for your brain.
Ever wonder what all this back-to-back meeting slog is doing to us?