Reserve your place now for WAM Theatre’s Claiming Her Place benefit on Sunday, June 30 at 7:00 pm.
Nick Webb is an assistant professor of computer science at Union College and secretary of WAM Theatre. Here’s how he claims his place.
How do you define claiming your place? Can you tell me about a time when you claimed your place in your profession?
Claiming your place is, I think, having the confidence in yourself and your abilities and to know your own self-worth. This enables you to progress toward your goals, in your way, in your time.
What fictional, historical, or current public figure do you admire for her ability to stand up for herself?
As a computer scientist, one of the most revered women in my field is Grace Hopper.
What advice would you give to women who are just starting to establish themselves in their careers on how to claim their places confidently?
To know that they are equal. To form relationships with others, men and women, who know that they are equal. To stand up for themselves and others when they meet inequality.