Women in Computer Science (WiCS)

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Club Mission

FALL 2025 RECRUITMENT

Our application form is due Friday 9/12 at 11:59PM!

https://forms.gle/ttTMrxStCHMFgfS29

We are recruiting for our committees and board positions.

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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.

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FAQ

Most Recent

Question: Can I reuse essays if I'm applying to more than one committee and my essay works for both prompts? - Anonymous

Yes, you can!

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Question: When do applications open/where can I find the application? - Anonymous

Applications will be released after our GBM on 9/3 at 7pm! In the meanwhile, fill out our interest form!

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Question: Hi, is this club for undergraduate students only or can graduate students also join? - Anonymous

Graduate students can also join!

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Question: do I have to have computer science background? - Ravali Gudavalli

Not at all, as long as you have an interest in computer science! Many members don't come from computer science backgrounds

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Question: Can men join? - Anonymous

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

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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, 9/3 at 7pm ET to learn more the application process :)

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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!

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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!

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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!

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Organizational Profile

201 Registered (> 100 Members)

Currently Accepting: Yes

Open Membership

Fall Semester

Classification: Undergraduate open

Contact

facebook.com/wicsatpenn

pennwics@gmail.com

wics.cis.upenn.edu

instagram.com/pennwics

How to Get Involved

Our application form is due Friday 9/12 at 11:59PM! https://forms.gle/ttTMrxStCHMFgfS29

Additional Pages

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