Women-Centric Clubs Teach Finance, Networking, Community-Building
The Women in STEM Club’s goal is to help women succeed in a traditionally male-dominated field. Photo: Kiki Teng
By ANDREW PAN and MIRANDA LIU
By fostering leadership, confidence, and a strong sense of community, Midwood’s women-centric clubs are breaking barriers and paving the way for the next generation of female pioneers.
The Women in STEM Club, which meets in Room 319, every Friday during period 10, is now in its third year.
President Atiqa Ullah ‘25 said, “I genuinely care about diversity in the STEM fields. I don't see a lot of people like myself, so I think it's a good idea if we start young.”
The club offers a place to meet and talk, as well as workshops, such as one on LinkedIn.
“We focus on what schools don't teach,” Jenny Zeng ‘25 said. “Networking is so important, and getting ahead early is key to securing opportunities.”
Sharing this philosophy is the Women in Business and Finance Club, which launched this September and now holds biweekly meetings on Tuesdays during period 10 in Room 471, where members learn about financial literacy, career development, and investment strategies.
“I thought this would be a great opportunity to empower women and help them grow in these fields,” said President Eva Hong ‘25.
The club teaches members about stocks and cryptocurrency and prepares them for job interviews.
Hong said, “I really enjoy teaching about stock and crypto. I want members to feel confident and knowledgeable about managing their money and preparing for their future.”
Secretary Tina Cao ‘26 said, “I decided to join this club because I wanted to learn more about finance and get out of my comfort zone. Being part of this club has helped me become more confident and develop better communication skills.”
The club includes workshops and hands-on, collaborative lessons. Recently, they hosted a session in which everyone created their own resume.
Raine Lu ‘25, one of two social media managers, said, “The best part is that everyone is learning and growing together. Even if you’re not pursuing business, the skills you gain here, like financial literacy, are important for everyone.”
In a similar vein, My Sister’s Keeper targets leadership skills, personal growth, and community outreach. The club has hosted team-building exercises, discussions on mental health, career prep workshops, and a “mini me” activity in which members listed what they think their best attributes are.
President Amaya Williams ‘25, said, “I wanted to create a space where I could see people like me and help others find that sense of belonging.”
Newcomer Amaya Allen ‘25 said, “I feel like I get a sense of community here. It helps me build confidence and real-world skills.”
“Seeing everyone come together and bond over shared goals was a powerful moment,” Stacy Agordome ‘26 said. “We’re working on making freshmen feel comfortable and involved.”
My Sister’s Keeper is also involved in volunteer work, including an upcoming fashion show fundraiser.
“We have a lot planned this year, including our end-of-year gala, and I can’t wait to see it all come together,” Agordome said.
These women-centric clubs embody the spirit of collaboration, resilience, and innovation. From breaking new ground in STEM to reshaping leadership in business and finance and fostering empowerment, these clubs show the limitless potential of women when they come together.