Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) is an inter-disciplinary society of scientists who encourage and support women to enter and achieve success in science through full participation in their scientific research and its applications; in the development and advancement of women; in the integration careers, personal goals, and society's needs; and by professional networking and mutual inspiration. Our mission is to advance the participation and recognition of women in science and to foster research through grants, awards, and fellowships.Members include graduate students, post docs, and academic teachers and researchers, as well as the professionals in industry, government, or non-profits. Numerous disciplines are represented, ranging from basic scientists to representatives from corporations in all areas of science.As the Mid-Michigan Chapter of Graduate Women in Science, together we strive for the same mission alongside the dozens of chapters nationally and internationally: to build a global community that inspires, supports, recognizes, and empowers women in science.