Student Organizations

Women Innovators Network

About

The Women Innovators Network (WIN) was founded in 2015 by a group of Boston College women seeking a dedicated space for women in technology. Today, WIN has grown into a vibrant community of more than 900 members, supported by a passionate network of alumni. United by a commitment to innovation, mentorship, and collaboration, WIN empowers women to explore and excel in technology and beyond.

WIN is structured around three core divisions: Speakers, Career Development, and Skills Development. These divisions offer a variety of programs, including industry panels, networking events, professional workshops, and hands-on skill-building sessions. Each initiative connects members with professionals across sectors, helping them gain insights, strengthen career readiness, and build confidence. WIN is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and safe environment for all members.

Looking ahead, the organization continues to expand its reach across the schools of Arts & Sciences, Education & Human Development, and Nursing, while deepening its impact through cross-disciplinary collaboration. WIN’s mission is to foster and grow the number of women passionate about working in technology and business by providing a supportive network of women and men at BC and beyond. We encourage women to be innovative, engaged, and fulfilled leaders through education, mentorship, community-building, and career development.

Programming

WIN’s speaker sessions bring in external guests from a wide range of industries to share their insights, typically in a fireside-chat or panel set-up. These conversations give members the chance to learn about the entrepreneurial experience, explore different corporate roles, hear personalized career advice, and ask company-specific questions in an open and supportive format.

WIN’s skill development series helps members build practical, career-ready abilities through hands-on workshops and interactive lectures. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including Excel and computer science fundamentals, résumé and LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, negotiation strategies, and personal branding. WIN has also partnered with The Hatchery makerspace in the past to offer workshops that encourage creativity and introduce students to prototyping and problem-solving tools.

WIN’s career development programming helps members explore professional pathways through panels, networking events, and informational workshops. These events introduce students to a variety of companies and roles while providing opportunities to connect directly with industry professionals. Past programming has included the Deloitte Women in Audit Panel, a Dell Technologies collaboration, LinkedIn headshot sessions, a HarbourVest Partners info session, and internship panels that highlight the experiences of fellow students.

WIN’s mentorship program pairs juniors and seniors with first- and second-year students to create supportive, long-term connections within the community. Mentors and mentees meet individually and in small pods throughout the semester to share guidance, discuss goals, and navigate academic and professional growth together. The program is strengthened by community events such as HalloWIN, Galentine’s Day, and the Mentorship Roundtable, which offer structured opportunities to bond and build meaningful relationships.

The End of Semester Dinner (EOSD) gives students a unique opportunity to connect with a founder in a relaxed setting, hearing both formal and informal insights about the journey of female founders. Typically held in the Heights Room, the event features dinner, dessert, raffles, and prizes, creating a space for meaningful conversations and learning outside of the classroom. This past year's guest was Madeleine Brason, the founder of Madeline's Candy Shop!

The Female Founders Panel is WIN’s spring semester centerpiece, offering students the opportunity to connect with one to three female founders over dinner. The event features a moderated panel where founders share their personal journeys, insights, and lessons learned. It provides a unique setting for students to engage with BC community founders in both formal and informal conversations, gaining a deeper understanding of the experiences, challenges, and successes of female entrepreneurs.