Irvine, Calif. – The University of California, Irvine will host its 11th annual Grad Slam competition at the UCI Verano 8 Community Center on March 13th. WISE: Women Investing in Security and Education, is the Third Place sponsor for this event.
Part of UCI’s Graduate Division, Grad Slam is a systemwide competition that showcases and awards the best three-minute research presentations by graduate scholars. The competition not only highlights the excellence, importance, and relevance of UCI graduate scholars and their research, but it’s also designed to increase graduate students’ communication skills.
“We’re thrilled to partner with WISE for the first time,” said Jaymi Smith, Interim Vice Provost for Graduate Education at UC Irvine. “Since we are two institutions that pride ourselves on equal access education for all, I can’t think of a better partnership.”
WISE is focused on educating women and girls from all backgrounds on investing and personal finance. Proficiency in financial management expands life and career options, and provides the opportunity to reach financial security.
“We’re proud to partner with UCI Graduate Division and this prestigious event,” said WISE CEO Angela Dailey. “We believe in the power of financial education for women, and couldn’t think of a better brand to tie our name to.”
Started in 1997, WISE has grown into a national organization, reaching thousands of women and girls each year through workshops, events, and partnerships with nonprofits. From young girls learning about cash flow to college students inspired by top female leaders, to women learning about investing and personal finance, WISE continues to help women take control of their finances and unlock their potential.
WISE believes in the power of knowledge and community to create lasting impact. Our philosophy of “She Can Be, What She Can See”, expands experience and knowledge for women of ages and assists with building a brighter , more secure future for them and their families.
Grad Slam winners receive cash prizes up to $6,500 and a competitive resume line.
Presentation clarity and effectiveness for a general university audience is strongly considered in the judging process.
Thank you to all our sponsors: NIWC Pacific, Leonid Capital, Cie, Pfizer, UCI Chief Executive Roundtable, UC Irvine Chancellor’s Club, UC Irvine Charlie Dunlap School of Biological Sciences, UCI Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education, UC Irvine School of Social Sciences, UC Irvine Student Housing, UCI – OC Alliance, UC Irvine Foundation, and UCI School of Social Ecology
For more information on the event, please contact Raslyn Rendon at rrendon@uci.edu.
About the University of California, Irvine
Founded in 1965, UCI is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UCI has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. For more on UCI, visit www.uci.edu.