Emerging Scholars Hackathon Explores Gender and Leadership in Politics and Business
From February 6–8, 58 students in the Emerging Scholars Program came together for an intensive and inspiring Hackathon experience. Organized into 12 teams, students spent the weekend investigating a timely and complex question: Who leads — and why does it matter?
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[Music] I joined the center because I wanted the opportunity to learn more about technology in a safe and inclusive environment I joined the center because I love women empowering women I joined the center to build my confidence and lead a team I got involved in the black women in Tech group mainly because of my background in stem I'm a mathematician but I know nothing about technology but at the same time I love the sense of belonging that seawit creates for black women and technology and for black women in stem I joined the center to connect with mentors in the industry outside IU I joined the center because I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone I was drawn to the center because of the center's strong message about empowering and educating women in the stem field as a result I wanted to showcase the center of staff and student interns through social media I joined the center to build my network and to connect with other women in Tech through the center I've had the opportunity to build grow and improve on my skills and further develop my career goals this was a great outlet for me to learn software for me to network with other women who were exploring different fields in Tech I found it to be a really empowering and just uplifting atmosphere to work in I joined the center because I'm passionate about equity and making an impact in the workplace I joined the center to find a mentor to share their experience and expertise we Empower women to build leadership and technical skills through workshops internships and mentorships research opportunities and more students at the center represent all schools in over 300 majors at the center of excellence for women in technology we are more than just a place for women in Tech we are here for you wherever you go giving you endless opportunities to grow.Every company these days is or is becoming a tech company, and every employee must have a modicum of tech skills. The IU Center of Excellence for Women & Technology can help guide and support you through this journey to career opportunity, help you build and grow a network of support to last throughout your career. Take advantage of it.
Mike Langellier, President & CEO, TechPoint
With your help, we can rewrite the story of women in technology. Gifts of all sizes from both individuals and corporations are important and appreciated. Corporate partners can also benefit from opportunities to network with and hire IU's talented alumnae or directly sponsor one of the Center's initiatives.
