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Students gathered March 24 near Turtle Pond by Gerald Thomas Hall as the Society of Women's Engineers hosted a bake sale aimed at supporting career-focused opportunities for its members.
The fundraiser is part of a broader effort by the NMSU chapter to cover costs tied to professional development, including travel to national conferences and participation in networking events.
SWE President Almarie Stoltz said the organization helps students prepare for engineering careers by connecting them with employers and providing practical guidance.
“We connect students with companies and help them build their resumes, practice interviews, and prepare for careers after graduation,” Stoltz said.
Expenses tied to travel and participation can limit access, making fundraising a key part of the group’s operations.
“It mostly goes to hotel fees and in the future, we’re going to try and cover the flight costs as well,” Stoltz said.
Increased financial support has allowed the group to expand how many students attend the annual Women in Engineering Conference, a large-scale event focused on recruitment and skill-building.
“We were able to take 16 students to conference last year,” Stoltz said.
Alexandra, a sophomore chemical engineering major, said the organization offers experiences that go beyond what students typically encounter in class.
“It helps fund opportunities like conferences and other experiences we might not otherwise have access to,” Alexandra said.
She said involvement in the group has also created a support system among members navigating similar challenges.
“It’s definitely been a help in knowing that I’m not the only one going through what I’m going through and just having that kind of sisterhood,” she said.
Stoltz said those opportunities can shape students’ futures by connecting them with industry professionals.
“It’s one of the main reasons why I got into connection with Cummins and how I got my internship that I have lined up for this summer,” Stoltz said.
She said efforts like the bake sale help ensure more students have access to opportunities that can shape their careers.
