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Women in Computer Science (WiCS)

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Description

Our Mission

Penn Women in Computer Science (WiCS) is a student group that aims to foster a community for students who support the advancement of women in tech at the University of Pennsylvania. Our purpose is to support and promote students who identify as women in CS by encouraging discussion and raising awareness regarding issues surrounding women in computer science. WiCS is open to all students, regardless of gender, gender identity or sexual orientation, who support the mission of WiCS.

Resources 

Our Website 

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FAQ

Most Recent
Question: Can men join? - Anonymous

Yes. WiCS has a WiCS Allies program that welcome all genders who are passionate about the cause of WiCS

- Heyi Liu
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Question: What positions are open for freshman in the club? - Anonymous
Hey! Everyone is welcome to apply for any of our committees, and freshmen can apply to join the exec board as Freshmen Representatives! Feel free to drop by our info session on Monday, 9/14 at 9pm ET to learn more the application process :)
- Yuxin Liao
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Question: If we subscribed to the WiCS Penn Clubs page are we automatically considered a member? Thanks! - Anonymous
Yes, once you subscribe, we will loop you in our listserv, where there will be more information on upcoming info sessions and events!
- Catherine Qiao
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Question: Hi! Can only freshmen apply to be a mentee or is it open to people in other years as well? Thank you! - Anonymous
Hi! Of course, you can apply to be a mentee and get a mentor even if you're not a freshman!
- Divya Somayajula
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Question: Hi! Unfortunately I wasn't able to make it to the club fair yesterday due to my timezone, but I was wondering what the application process involves? Thank you! - Anonymous
Hi, thanks for asking! You can hit the subscribe bell on our Penn Clubs page to be added to our listserv and receive our weekly emails about events and meetings. At our first general body meeting, we will discuss ways to get more involved in WiCS. Keep your eyes out for the WiCS newsletter for details about the upcoming meeting!
- Katherine Hann
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Basic Info

122 Registered (> 100 Members)

Currently Accepting Members

Open Membership

Fall Semester


Contact

How to Get Involved

Come to our first GBM on Thursday, September 7th at 8-9PM at Lippincott 242 (Van Pelt)

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