Best "Women In" Clubs at Pitt
Written by: Zoe Frantz
The University of Pittsburgh is known for having 700+ clubs on campus- everything from Greek life, religious organizations, or a club about cheese! Whether you’re a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh or just looking to join some new clubs, this can be a daunting amount of opportunities to sort through. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of all the best “women in” clubs to get more connected with empowering organizations on campus. Read on for female founded clubs at Pitt that you need to check out!
Contact Information: empowerpitt@gmail.com
Instagram: @empowerpitt
Empower is a group created by Pitt women with the goal of helping all women on campus become the best version of themselves. The club was officially recognized as a Pitt organization in Spring of 2022. Empower’s first semester was incredible-they have a membership of over fifty women, a passionate executive board, and were able to plan multiple successful events! Empower is a great club for Pitt women of any year or major. It is 100% free and open to all Pitt women who are looking for a community of supportive, ambitious women who want to see each other succeed. Follow their Instagram and join their GroupMe for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: wibatpitt@gmail.com
Instagram: @wibatpitt
Women in Business is a social, professional, and community service-based organization in the College of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh. Their focus is the development of young women as aspiring business professionals. This is a great club to join for women pursuing a career in business and want to make friends and allies navigating the same atmosphere. Follow their Instagram and join their GroupMe for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: pittsburghwomeninpolitics@gmail.com
Instagram: @womeninpoliticsatpitt
Women in Politics is a club created to empower a gender that has been prevented from reaching their true potential in leadership, public speaking, and the policy-making process even in the contemporary world. The essential role of women in politics has never been so prominent and WIP hopes to unite and empower the women of Pittsburgh who seek substantial change in the world. Consider joining Women in Politics if you are a girl looking to influence the world of politics through compassion, empathy, and selflessness, and want to be a part of a group of like minded people! Follow their Instagram and join their GroupMe for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: womenineconomicspitt@gmail.com
Instagram: @wiepitt
Women in Economics is a group created to raise awareness about and create connections between the underrepresentation of undergraduate women in economics. The goal of WIE is to promote inclusivity within the field of economics, engage members of the community in conversation about the future of the field of economics, and encourage more opportunities to help members excel in the field they choose to apply their talents. Women in economics seeking to gain real-world experiences, support, and community within the field should join Women in Economics to increase their passion. Follow their Instagram and join their GroupMe for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: wihpitt@gmail.com
Instagram: @wihpitt
Women in Healthcare believes The Future is Female and created a club to cultivate a supporting environment for women pursuing careers in healthcare. Through mentorship, leadership, and open dialogue, WIH has created a club that works to end the stigma surrounding the gender imbalance in healthcare! For those thinking about being in healthcare, pursuing a career in healthcare, or are already involved in healthcare, Women in Healthcare is the perfect club to join. Follow their Instagram and join their Slack for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: dlk61@pitt.edu
Instagram: @wics_pitt
Women in Computer Science is a club created to foster diversity in the field of computer science. WiCS organizes industry experience, networking, and social events for its members along with outreach and advocacy events. The group is open to any undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and faculty women in the School of Computing and Information at the University of Pittsburgh. Follow their Instagram and join their Discord for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: pittswe@gmail.com
Instagram: @pitt_swe
SWE is a national organization with a chapter at Pitt to bring the community of female engineers to the university and allow students to become involved in an international society. PittSWE strives to empower women to advance and succeed in the field of engineering through leadership and career development. Joining Society of Women Engineers provides a community of like-minded women along with the opportunity to network within the field of engineering, academically and professionally. Follow their Instagram for more information on how to join!
Contact Information: shb117@pitt.edu
Instagram: @womeninlawpitt
Women in Law is a club created to discuss the underrepresentation of women in the legal field. Pitt’s WIL is open to undergraduate women interested in law to connect with mentors from Pitt Law Women’s Association, or anyone interested in discussing the legal issues affecting women today. This is a great organization to connect females with a community. Follow their Instagram and join their GroupMe for more information on how to join!
Conclusion
As a woman founded organization at the University of Pittsburgh, we hope we were able to provide a comprehensive list of safe spaces and fun clubs to join. Whether you’re a freshman or just looking to join some new clubs, you’ll be able to find the perfect fit for you on this list! Send us a DM on Instagram (@empowerpitt) to let us know if we missed any clubs!
About EmPublish
EmPublish is a space for student publications and social discourse - diverse perspectives, rhetoric, and personalities encapsulate Empower's original goal of inclusion in the female community. EmPublish is open to members looking to write and be published.