SPC Hosts 16th Annual Women Breaking Through Conference
March 21, 2025
St. Philip’s College hosted its 16th Annual Women Breaking Through Conference on March 21, 2025, at its Southwest Campus, bringing together students, faculty, and professionals to encourage young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
The conference was created to inspire and motivate young women to pursue educational opportunities in STEM fields. St. Philip’s College collaborates with faculty and local professional women in STEM careers to be positive role models for the next generation of women interested in these fields.
St. Philip’s College President Dr. Adena Williams Loston welcomed attendees to begin the conference, emphasizing the importance of empowering women in STEM fields.
“Men and women are equally gifted in science and mathematics, but there is a nationwide imbalance of males versus females in STEM fields,” she said. “I encourage you to take advantage of today’s conference, ask questions, and build relationships with women you admire in your field of interest.”
Attendees participated in hands-on workshops, engaging with industry experts, followed by a STEM panel discussion. Panelists included Jennifer Castro from the Alamo Colleges District, Joy Etkins from the San Antonio Water System, Jessica Gonzalez of Wiss, Janney, Elstner, Associates Inc. (WJE), and Juan Song from the Alamo Colleges District. The event concluded with an exploration of STEM careers at various information booths.
