Women's History Month Spotlight

Celebrate Women's History Month with your child by reading inspirational stories about women in STEM together. For video versions of the stories click the links below:

Grace Hopper: Queen of Computer Code
Maya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines
The Astronaut with a Song for the Stars: The story of Ellen Ochoa
 

More at-home activities for Women's History Month

Create your own binary bracelet to honor Ada Lovelace.

Watch MAKERS documentaries to learn about the women who shaped America.

Write thank you notes to women who have positively impacted you.

Explore virtual exhibits that highlight women in STEM, women in NASA, and women of color in the DMV.

Complete random acts of kindness for women and girls in your life.

Learn about women improving athletic performance through STEM and create your own prototype.

Participate in the Women in STEM Day at the Casey Community Center. 

Rear Admiral Grace HopperPhoto: Courtesy of Vassar Archives and Special Collections

Meet Grace Hopper

As we commemorate Women's History Month, we honor the indelible contributions of Grace Hopper, a pioneering computer scientist known for her groundbreaking work in programming languages and computer science education. Hopper's innovations include the development of the first compiler for a programming language, which laid the groundwork for modern software development. Her relentless dedication to advancing technology and her trailblazing leadership continue to inspire women in computing worldwide, emphasizing the vital role of women in shaping the digital landscape.

Learn More: https://kids.kiddle.co/Grace_Hopper

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2023 I4C Summer Academy Applications Are Now Live!

For more information: https://inclusion.cs.umd.edu/outreach#camps

Questions: i4c_k12@umd.edu

The AI summer program is a two-week long, computer programming and artificial intelligence (AI) non-residential summer camp. Students will be given the opportunity to use artificial intelligence to address problems of a probabilistic and numeric nature. Participants will explore the field of AI through team projects, industry field trips, and presentations from guest speakers. 

Register: https://inclusion.cs.umd.edu/outreach/ai4all

Need Based Scholarships: https://go.umd.edu/need24
 

University of Maryland Events

 #GivingDayUMD is just a few days away! Help #ScienceTerps move fearlessly forward — save the date for March 6 to support scholarships for CS undergrads and MCWIC’s efforts to recruit young women into computing fields.

During Giving Day: #GivingDayUMD is your chance to support and uplift #ScienceTerps! 

Even small gifts can have a huge impact on UMD’s computer science program. Learn how you can support our inclusive community for students in computing — give back today: go.umd.edu/givingdaycmns
 

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Admitted Students Open House 2024

Join us in-person on March 11th or April 8th

Join us virtually on April 19th 

Throughout the day you'll learn more about your admitted major/college and any special programs you may have been invited to; meet faculty, staff and current students; and explore unique student experiences and campus resources.
 

For more information and to register: https://admissions.umd.edu/page/asoh

Learn more about CS at UMD: https://undergrad.cs.umd.edu/first-year-applicants

Awards, Scholarships, & Other Opportunities

 This school year, Girls Who Code challenges students to create projects on how AI can be used to help people with their finances! All 6th-12th grade Club members, any 9th-12th grade US high school students, and all College Loops members are eligible to win a $500 gift card, swag, and a newsletter spotlight. Deadline extended to March 5th, apply for a chance to win! 

For more information: https://go.umd.edu/gwcAI4finance
 

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Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eMdExnxv
 

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The Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) Scholarships is designed to empower high school seniors of African descent in their pursuit of technical careers. With a total of $137,500 available, including awards of $5,000 renewable for up to three years and one-time awards of $2,500, this opportunity aims to support future leaders. Don't miss out on this chance to kickstart your journey in tech – apply now!

APPLY BY 3/13/2024

Apply Now https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/bam-scholarship.aspx
 

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Bitcamp is a hackathon hosted at the University of Maryland that is open to highschool students! Come to have fun with your friends, learn something new, eat s'mores, and have a generally awesome time. We have all sorts of crazy activities planned for you...come find out the rest!

Register here: https://register.bit.camp/hacker
 

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For several years, the Kimmy Duong Foundation has been supporting Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong Endowed Scholarships at the University of Maryland.  This prestigious scholarship was established with $2 million to celebrate and honor business and engineering students who maintain high academic achievement.

APPLY BY 3/29/2024

Apply here: https://thekimmyduongfoundation.org/portfolio/applying
 

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