Sara Falleni

Oct 13

Events Chair

Sara (she/her) is a 5th year PhD Candidate in Computer Engineering at Northeastern University. Sara’s research focuses on underwater networks and the emerging Internet of Underwater Things. She has always loved the Oceans but the recent exposure to the marine world for research purposes made her particularly intrested in the wellbeing and protection of the seas.
Sara is passionate about creating a diverse environment in STEM and will use this passion to contribute to NE-GWiSE. After a year in NE-GWiSE as a school representative she is ready to give a bigger contribution and meet new amazing people. Sara’s main hobbies are cooking, photography and track and field.

NE GWiSE is an alliance between GWISE groups from universities across New England. We are joining together to support and celebrate women and gender minorities in STEM fields, to increase awareness of the issues we face, and create change within our community. We support ideas and actions to increase diverse gender representation in STEM departments, create fair and positive workplace environments, increase the support and mentorship students receive, and enact equitable university and federal policies. Through advocacy, diversity, outreach efforts, and networking opportunities, as well as collective actions and supporting developing GWISE groups, NE GWiSE works to advance policies and programs across New England to promote equality and improve the experience of students. All members of the graduate community are welcome to become NE GWiSE members and attend our events.

Sara Falleni

Michelle Sugimoto

Nivedha Sri Vellore Suresh