Women in Computer Science (WiCS) is dedicated to promoting gender equity in computing by advocating for and supporting women and gender-diverse communities, including transgender, non-binary and gender-fluid students. Specifically, WiCS initiatives and events foster community, empowerment, and mentorship:
- to ensure that young women and gender-diverse individuals see computer science as an option in their studies and their careers
- to create an inclusive learning and working environment in the School of Computer Science
- to connect with other organizations and initiatives for women and gender-diverse individuals in computing
Upcoming WICS Events
WiCS x Outers Club Collab
In collaboration with Outers Club, we are having a women’s night hike. We will be meeting at CIF parking lot and walking around the Environmental Reserve Area. Outers Club has ~15 headlamps to provide to those who need it. The hike will last about an hour and we will have a campfire and s’mores afterwards.
Event Details:
Date: Nov 11th
Time: 6:00 - 8:00
Location: CIF main entrance
LC Interview, HM Interview, resume review after
Event Details:
Date: Nov 18th
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Build a Light-Up Keychain
WiCS Light-Up Keychain is a beginner-friendly, hands-on hardware workshop where students will build their own LED keychain featuring “WiCS.” No prior electronics or hardware experience is required. Participants will learn the basics of circuits, LEDs, batteries, and simple electrical connections through a guided build.
Event Details:
Date: Nov 25th
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Monthly Newsletter
October Newsletter 2026
Hello WiCS Students,