November Newsletter 2024
Hello WiCS!  Ìý
Hope you’re enjoying the Fall ‘24 term! We have a lot of great stuff planned this month and we hope to see you there!  Ìý
Overview of what November looks like: Ìý
WiCS Events: Ìý
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The Road Less Coded: Inspiring Career Journeys at OpenText – October 29th Ìý
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Diverse Careers in Computing – November 7th Ìý
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WiCS Lifting Session – November 7th Ìý
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Call for Volunteers for Technovation Mini-Hackathon – November 9th Ìý
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Winter 2025 WiCS Executive Applications – Deadline: November 9th Ìý
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Side Project Showcase – November 20th Ìý
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WiCS x UW Cooking Club Event – November 23rdÌýÌý
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WiCS Study Room (Important Update!) Ìý
Other Events: Ìý
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WiNS Speaker Event – November 4th Ìý
External Opportunities: Ìý
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TreeHacks Application - Deadline: November 1st  Ìý
WiCS Feedback Form Ìý
WiCS Social Media ChannelsÌý
WiCS EventsÌý
The Road Less Coded: Inspiring Career Journeys at OpenText Ìý
Join us for an inspiring event hosted by WiCS and OpenText. This special panel features Shannon Bell (EVP, CDO & CIO), Lise Lefaive (VP, IT PMO), and Chantelle Slater-Shaw (VP, Corporate IT Applications) as they explore the concept of career pathing. This is your opportunity to learn how to navigate your own unique career journey—whether that means changing directions, overcoming challenges, or breaking into new roles. Career pathing is all about planning your professional growth while staying open to new opportunities.  Ìý
Date: October 29, 2024 Ìý
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM  Ìý
Location: DC 1302 Ìý
Don’t miss out on this valuable chance to gain insights from industry leaders and shape your future in tech! Ìý
Register:  Ìý
Diverse Careers in Computing Ìý
Join us for an exciting event, where you’ll gain unique insights into the vast career opportunities available in tech! This event brings together a diverse panel of industry professionals who will share their experiences, career journeys, and advice on breaking into various fields within computing. Ìý
What to Expect: Ìý
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Panel Discussions: Hear from a range of speakers representing different sectors in tech—stay tuned for the full lineup! Ìý
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Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and like-minded peers to expand your network. Ìý
Date: November 7, 2024 Ìý
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pmÌý
Location: DC 1302Ìý
Register:  Ìý
WiCS Lifting Session Ìý
Join Little WiCS at the WiCS Lifting Session to work out with the guidance from UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Personal Trainers! Whether you’re looking to learn more about lifting or have fun with your friends, we look forward to seeing you there! Ìý
Keep an eye out for more details on our social media channels! Ìý
Date: November 7, 2024 Ìý
Time: TBD Ìý
Location: TBD Ìý
Volunteer with WiCS at the Technovation Girls Mini-Hackathon! Ìý
Join us in supporting young girls and gender-diverse individuals (ages 11-18) as they explore tech entrepreneurship and develop solutions for global challenges! Ìý
Volunteers will help with event setup, guide teams, and assist participants through the challenge. No experience is required—just a passion for inspiring the next generation of innovators! Ìý
Volunteer Opportunities:Ìý
Below you will find a list of the volunteer roles and shifts we are looking to fill (note we will need multiple volunteers for each role/shift). Ìý
Program Volunteer: Volunteers who work directly with students to help them with their projects, and the activities.Ìý
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Shift 1: 8:30 am – 1:00 pmÌý
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Shift 2: 12:30 pm – 5:00 pmÌý
Logistics Volunteer: Volunteers who help with the organizational/background tasks (e.g., set-up, registration, clean-up, etc.) may also help guide participants in the activities.Ìý
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Shift 1: 8:00 am – 1:30 pmÌý
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Shift 2: 1:30 pm – 7:30 pmÌý
Date: November 9, 2024 Ìý
Location: Google À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Community Space Ìý
Winter 2025 WiCS Executive Applications – WiCS Undergraduate Committee Ìý
Apply to join the WiCS Undergraduate Committee as an executive for Winter 2025! The application form will be posted on our Linktree on Friday, November 1st. Stay tuned and monitor our Instagram for updates! Ìý
Application form opens: November 1, 2024 Ìý
Deadline to apply: November 9, 2024 Ìý
Apply:  Ìý
Side Project Showcase Ìý
Join us at the Side Project Showcase to see some of the most innovative work by your peers and upper-year students! Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just want to explore exciting ideas, this event is the perfect chance to connect and be amazed! Ìý
Date: November 20, 2024 Ìý
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm Ìý
Location: TBD Ìý
Register:  Ìý
WiCS x UW Cooking Club EventÌý
WiCS is teaming up with the UW Cooking Club for a fun, hands-on cooking session where you can connect with fellow students, learn new recipes, and enjoy some tasty creations together!ÌýÌý
Date: November 23, 2024Ìý
Stay tuned for more details on our Instagram page: Ìý
WiCS Study Room  Ìý
Important Update: Although the bridge between MC and DC is closing, the WiCS Study Room will remain open throughout the term! It's a quiet and welcoming spot for focused study—come by and take advantage of this peaceful space!  Ìý
Fob Access (Fall 2024): To gain access to the study room for the Fall 2024 term, please complete the fob request form linked below. The WiCS Event Coordinator will inform you via email when your fob is ready for pickup. Ìý
Apply: Here!  Ìý
Other EventsÌý
WiNS Speaker Event Ìý
The Laurier Centre for Women in Science is pleased to invite you to a conversation with Dr. Catherine Mavriplis, Professor of Mechanincal Engineering, author and former NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering at University of Ottawa. Ìý
Join them for a discussion about Dr. Mavriplis’ scientific research and her new book celebrating thirty years of NSERC CWSE program. Ìý
Date: November 4, 2024 Ìý
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 pm Ìý
Location: Room N1059, Science Building, À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Campus of WLU Ìý
Register:  Ìý
Refreshments will be provided! Ìý
External OpportunitiesÌý
TreeHacksÌý
Join TreeHacks for their eleventh annual celebration of Stanford’s premier hackathon, one of the largest in the world! Ìý
Why should you apply? Ìý
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Top-Tier Speakers: Get the opportunity to hear from world-renowned leaders in tech, AI and beyond. Ìý
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Network with Industry Pros: Collaborate with brilliant mentors and meet motivated students from across the globe. Ìý
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Learn & Build: From hands-on workshops to creative hacking sessions, bring your ideas to life! Ìý
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All Expenses Paid: They’ve got your travel, food, and swag covered – you just need to show up & code! Ìý
Applications are open now! Ìý
Hackathon Dates: February 14th – 16th, 2025 Ìý
Location: Stanford University Ìý
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024 Ìý
Apply:  Ìý
WiCS Feedback Form Ìý
Whether you have concerns, suggestions, or ideas, we want to hear from you. Our feedback form is designed for your convenience and confidentiality. Express yourself openly without revealing your identity—we’re here to listen😀. Ìý
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We hope to see you at one of our events!  Ìý
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Smridhi Bawa Ìý
WiCS Event Coordinator Co-op  Ìý
Women in Computer Science Ìý
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