In this paper explore how you reached your current relationship to women in science and what it means to you. If you consider yourself to be a woman in science, describe how and why you became one. If you have a relative who is a woman in science, or have been influenced by a woman in science, describe the effect this has had on you. If you feel you have had little or no relationship to women in science, write about how this has occurred.

Try to remember the first time you were interested in science -- whether it was asking questions to your parents/guardians about the world around you or your own explorations of the world e.g. collecting insects in the backyard.  From that point of view, trace your science history.  Think about your experiences both in and out of a formal classroom setting.  Do not just describe what courses you have taken but also how you felt about and experienced science and mathematics.  Were there any good or bad memories that stick with you?  Was there positive, negative, or no real opinion from your family and friends concerning the sciences?

The assignment should be typed and approximately 2-3 pages long.
Due Wednesday, January 5, beginning of class.