Mission

The KU Women in Medicine and Science (WIMS) program was organized within the School of Medicine in 1999 to provide all women with the tools and the opportunity to succeed in academic medicine. Our goal is to be proactive and constructive in advancing the careers of women in medicine and science. The program aims to educate women on relevant KU Policies and Procedures for career development and advancement. In addition, our goal is to enhance and foster the professional development of all women faculty in the KU School of Medicine through mentoring and networking (local and national).

There are opportunities for research collaborations between the basic scientists and the clinical faculty that can be often be sparked by participation in shared programs. Program content is intentionally flexible, geared to meet the changing needs of women in medicine and science, and includes information on women’s health issues as well as career. Life management and leadership issues. The Women in Medicine and Science program maintains contacts with the national groups such as the American Association of Medical College’s (AAMC) WIM section and the Society for Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM).