2009 ADULT WORKSHOPS

A01 Exploring Career Options in Technology, Science, and Engineering

Participate in a hands-on activity and gather resources to help girls explore careers in technology, science, and engineering.

Laura Enman and Emily Doolittle, Chabot Space and Science Center

A02 Preparing for College Admission - the Inside Scoop

It’s not too early! Suggestions, tips and advice on how to prepare your child for the college admission process.

Joan Jaffe, Associate Dean of Admission, Mills College

A03 Gender and Confidence

The gap between girls’ and boys’ self-esteem widens
during adolescence; come learn about how you can
help girls feel competent and confident at every age.

Lacy Asbill and Elana Metz, co-founders, Girls Moving Forward

A04 Financial Planning for College

Learn about meeting college costs through savings plans, scholarships and grants, and other kinds of financial aid.

David Gin, Associate Vice President for Student Finance and Administrative Services and Director of Financial Aid, Mills College

A05 Two Million Minutes (video documentary)

Through video and discussion explore how students from the US, China and India spend their high school years preparing for college.

Tovi Scruggs, founder, ASA Academy

A06 Toyota Math and Science Experience (TMSE)

Information provided about summer program at Mills College for current 8th grade girls from underrepresented communities in Alameda and West Contra Costa Counties.

Lisa Lemon, TMSE coordinator, Mills College