Colorado Women's Day is annual event for women in Colorado to participate in the globally-celebrated International Women's Day which was first marked in 1911. Today, International Women's Day is supported by organizations, groups, governments and individuals worldwide committed to a more gender equal world. Christi Wisleder is a 2023 Colorado Women's Day Nonprofit Volunteer nominee for her contributions as an unpaid volunteer in the service of a recognized nonprofit organization. ​

The American Society of Civil Engineers Northern Colorado Branch hosted a Diversity in the Workplace - Panel Discussion on January 13, 2022. SWE Rocky Mountain Section was invited to include a panelist representing women in engineering. FY22 RMS President Christi Wisleder, Merrick & Company, was honored to join as a panelist. The other panelists included Luis Duque, Foothills Bridge Co.; Mike Kohler, Economic & Workforce Development, Larimer County; Anna Ristuccia, Lithos Engineering; and moderator Victor Sam, Stantec. The panel discussion focused on highlighting equity, the often lesser known part of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. If you missed the discussion, you can check out the recording. 

The results of the 35th annual Great Women in Engineering and Science Essay Contest are in! The competition was fierce again this year with 35 entries from 7 schools in Colorado and Wyoming. A panel of 8 volunteer judges enjoyed reviewing all of the essays. Congratulations to every entrant! 

The top three awards are a $75, $50, and $25 prize in addition to a science kit and science book. The honorable merit recipients will receive a science kit, and the honorable mention recipients will receive a science book. The top three award winners are listed below in no particular order. They will also be announced in a video that will be shared with the teachers of the finalists.

Emerson Rosenau of Parker, CO for an essay on Catherine (Kate) Gleason. Emerson attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.

Anika Sharma of Parker, CO for an essay on Sophie Germain. Anika attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.

Amulya Thakkalapatti of Parker, CO for an essay on Beatrice Hicks. Amulya attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.