WISENET was set up to be a way for women in science and engineering areas to electronically meet with others with similar interests. There are no guidelines as to topic, presuming that women with some similarities in interest and background, and likely to be in a minority in their place of employment, will find it helpful and useful and supportive to talk with others about many things. Over the years that seems to be the case.
The list is unmoderated. A number of "mail storms" have occurred over the years. Experience says that the most effective way to deal with intrusion that is unwanted is to ignore the intruder, as has been suggested by a number of list members.
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Harriet L. Coleman Systems Manager, Computer Center University of Illinois at Chicago HColeman@uic.edu