New Beginnings in Tech – Be Part of the Future!
MICWIC 2024 – An ACM Celebration of Women in Computing
Thank You for Attending the 2024 Conference!
Dates: Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. & Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, 7:45 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Locations: Kellogg Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan / STEM Teaching & Learning Facility, East Lansing
Calling all tech-savvy women and allies! The Michigan Celebration of Women in Computing (MICWIC) 2024 returns with this year’s theme: New Beginnings. Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply curious, join us to connect, learn, and grow with a community shaping the future of tech in Michigan and beyond.
What to Expect:
- Keynotes from leading women in tech, including Dr. Barbara Ericson (University of Michigan) on her journey in computing and Kealy Williams (Atomic Object) on “Breaking Free from the Lone Coder.”
- Interactive workshops, panel discussions, and breakout sessions on topics such as personal branding, AI-powered cybersecurity, and crafting a successful tech career.
- Evening events with snacks, games, and ample networking opportunities.
- Career & Resource Fair on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
For Students: Explore career paths, meet potential employers, and connect with peers and women in tech.
Student Packages:
- Hotel & Conference: $100
- Conference Only: $50
For Professionals: Share your expertise, mentor the next generation, and network with other tech leaders who are making waves.
Professional/Academic Packages:
- Hotel & Conference: $150
- Conference Only: $100
Career & Resource Fair Connections: On Saturday, meet recruiters and companies eager to hire top talent. It’s a great opportunity to connect with employers and help close the gender gap in tech.
Companies are invited to participate in the Career Fair at no cost on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Download the Conference Catalog.
Learn more about the success of the 2024 conference here.
About MICWIC
The biennial Michigan Celebration of Women in Computing brings together students, faculty, and technology leaders from across Michigan and neighboring states to discuss the role of women in today’s computing and technology fields, share experiences and strategies for success, and explore issues common to women working in these fields. It has been held 7 times (2005-2019) to date and is supported as an ACM-W Celebration. It has been hosted as a 2-day event, creating the opportunity for deeper bonding for the student attendees. https://women.acm.org/celebrations/
The goal is to increase the meaningful participation of women in the computing profession through a student-focused University event to build community and support and to break down feelings of isolation. Allow students to participate up to two times during a 4-year undergraduate program, thereby supporting, attracting, and retaining Women in Technology through their academic years.
MICWIC has also been aligned to occur at the same time as the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing award banquet to recognize high school winners. The High School winners can then be invited to attend the MICWIC day corresponding to the awards banquet, to experience the programming and engage with the University-level students.
A career fair is part of the 2-day program which will align with and support the Internship program, facilitating greater awareness of Michigan-based companies and job opportunities for both internship and new grad positions.
MICWIC has been led by college faculty volunteerism. MCWT stepping into this role, it will foster greater university/MCWT engagement, will increase the MCWT partner awareness and visibility into this program/experience, and will increase the awareness and visibility of the MCWT organization across the state. MCWT will improve its marketing, sponsorship, and reach across the state through the already-established network/programs for MICWIC. It will also increase the national awareness of MCWT, its programs, mission and vision.
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The Michigan Celebration of Women in Computing (MICWIC) – An ACM Celebration of Women in Computing is a biennial event that is part of a nationwide effort to increase the meaningful participation of women in the computing profession.
