1 Marci Ryan Alapati, Program Manager, MentorNet, c/o College of Engineering, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 951920080, 408-924-4022, mryan@mentornet.net 2 Stephanie J. Fox, Director of Technology, MentorNet, c/o College of Engineering, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0080, 408-924-4071, sjfox@mentornet.net 3 Jennifer L. Dockter, Ph.D., Program Manager, MentorNet, c/o College of Engineering, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0080, 408-924-3319, jdockter@mentornet.net 4 Carol B. Muller, Ph.D., Founder and CEO, MentorNet, c/o College of Engineering, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0080, 408-924-4070, cbmuller@mentornet.net Abstract MentorNet (www.MentorNet.net) is a non-profit program that pairs post-secondary women students studying engineering, science and math with professionals who work in industry for one-on-one mentoring relationships conducted via email. MentorNet leverages technology and the Internet with the goal of enhancing women students' persistence in fields where they remain underrepresented and facilitating their entry into scientific and technical careers. MentorNet represents a growing, inclusive partnership among colleges and universities, corporations and professional societies, all committing volunteer labor, technical expertise, and financial support to develop the project. Year-end and long-term evaluations demonstrate the value of the program and the benefits of e-mentoring.
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