About I4C
Who we are
The Iribe Initiative for Inclusion and Diversity in Computing (I4C) is a supportive, vibrant and inclusive community of students, educators and researchers coming together to increase the involvement—and success—of all individuals from historically marginalized populations in computing.
A unit in the Department of Computer Science with support from the University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies and the College of Information, I4C is a team of full-time staff, graduate assistants and student staff. The organization supports all UMD computing majors and local K-12 students through mentoring, scholarships, professional development and community-building programs.
What we’re working toward
We envision a diverse tech sector where all areas of computing are inclusive of all individuals from historically marginalized populations in computing.
How we’re making it happen
Support, educate and mentor undergraduate and graduate students from populations underrepresented in computing through social, academic and professional programming
Collaborate with the K-12 community to encourage all students, especially those from underrepresented groups, to become creators and leaders in the computing and technical workforce
Conduct groundbreaking computer science education research to identify and implement data-driven practices that acknowledge and address disparities in the field
Build bridges between faculty, staff and students in all computing units, creating pathways for interdisciplinary careers, research and student support to diversify the tech sector
The mission and vision of I4C are quite dear and personal to me. K-12 and undergraduate programs designed to foster inclusion in STEM provided me with enriching learning experiences and a community of support still central to my life today.
I4C Director Tammy Clegg
