More than 60 women engineers and students gathered on May 27, 1950, hoping to create a unified national organization supporting and advancing women in engineering. With more than 50,000 members spread across the globe today, the Society of Women Engineers is building on the founders’ legacy to inspire women and help them achieve their full potential as engineers and leaders.
In recognition of SWE’s 75th anniversary, SWE Magazine is presenting snapshots of SWE’s history in special features in each issue in 2025. In this issue, we focus on the history of SWE’s national and local conferences and events, and awards and recognitions programs.




