HUG Initiative: Research Career Roadmap for Historically Marginalized or Underrepresented Genders

2022 GIANT Selection

Abstract - 

This project promotes the pursuit of research careers among undergraduates and graduates of Historically marginalized or Underrepresented Genders (HUG) in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. By holding panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking luncheons, the project aims to demystify what it means to be a researcher and to provide resources on research opportunities.

 

Team Members:

  • Current PIs: Mei-Yun Lin (mylin2@illinois.edu) and Hsinju Chen (hsinjuc2@illinois.edu)
  • Mayura Kulkarni
  • Holly Golecki

Groups Engaged: Undergraduates, Graduate Students