RisingWISE role-models, ambassadors and success stories

'RisingWISE has shown me what’s out there, what you can do beyond academia.'                                                       

'We heard from many inspirational women about varied career paths.'                                                                           

'I’ve learned how monumentally impactful positive support from other women can be.'                                                 

'RisingWISE really emphasises networking and collaboration and the importance of these skills in your career.'            

'RisingWISE helped to reshape the narrative in academia that there is only one path... it's okay to jump between paths.'     

'You have the opportunity to access a wonderfully comprehensive, inclusive, and practical self-development program.'

'It will be an experience that will impact your career choices very strongly - you can only gain something from the programme.'

'Making mistakes and re-starting from scratch is the best thing that can happen to you in your career.'                        

'The authentic workshops and discussions uncovered insights that I didn’t know I needed.'                                        

'Meeting other women in industry with varied career paths was incredibly inspiring.'                                                     

'Throw yourself into the programme, the more open you are and the more you put into it, the more you will get out.'    

'RisingWISE opened the door for me to explore the opportunities outside academia.'                                                   

'Confront the reality even if it makes you feel uncomfortable and make a plan that leads towards the life you want.'          

'RisingWISE exposes you to a broad set of opportunities... the perfect environment for the ‘exploration’ phase of your career.'

'Don’t think twice about taking part in the programme, it is the best investment of my time I have made towards my career.'

'I learnt a lot about myself through the course, and my outlook on what a career post-DPhil might look like was expanded.'

'SeedWISE helped me realise that I can achieve my personal and professional goals while creating a positive impact in society.'

'No matter what stage of life, you can always change your career path if you want to.'                                                  

'A phenomenal programme that allowed me to establish connections... and explore different career pathways.'            

'SeedWISE showcased the many options and possibilities outside of academia that having a doctorate degree can open.'   

'SeedWISE has helped me grow all-round, as a Scientist and as an individual.'                                                             

'I got so excited at hearing about the concept of a portfolio career... Suddenly, I see a way that I can pursue a variety of things.'