Join the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance Meeting of the Minds!
Join us for the June installment of the Meeting of the Minds webinar series hosted by the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance on Friday, June 13th, 2025 from 12:30 – 1:30 pm PT | 1:30 – 2:30 pm MT | 2:30 – 3:30 pm CT | 3:30 – 4:30 pm ET to learn more about how AccessComputing can serve as a resource for making your computing department more accessible for all.
Gain valuable insights and practical strategies for creating a more welcoming environment in computing departments and organizations. The event emphasizes the importance of increasing the participation of people with disabilities in computing fields, which has been a focus of AccessComputing since 2006. Key takeaways include:
- Best Practices Sharing: Learn effective methods for fostering environments where all students can thrive from AccessComputing leaders and NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance members who have successfully implemented these practices.
- Broadened Perspectives: See highlights illustrating that incorporating a range of perspectives, particularly from individuals with disabilities, enriches the computing field for everyone.
- Resource Availability: Discover how AccessComputing and NCWIT can serve as a valuable resource for enhancing accessibility in academic departments and organizations.
Meet the Presenter
At the DO-IT Center at the University of Washington, an NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance member institution, Brianna works to increase the participation of people with disabilities in science and engineering careers, with a focus on disability inclusion in computing. Her work includes direct interventions for individuals with disabilities, as well as working with faculty, employers, and other stakeholders to create institutional change.
Previously, Brianna was Project Director of Outreach for AAAS & Science Careers, where she promoted Science Careers resources though career and professional development workshops to early-career scientists.
Register online to join the discussion on June 13th, and invite your colleagues.
About the Meeting of the Minds series
By bringing together experienced practitioners and evidence-based research, these events take on today’s largest challenges in broadening participation in computing. These free, online events are open to the public and geared toward post-secondary computing faculty, staff, researchers, students, and those in student-facing roles who are interested in making systemic, inclusive change. Join in online to learn and share innovative solutions alongside colleagues.
Can’t make this event line up with your calendar? Registrants will receive an email following the event with a link to the recording, and the video will also be in the NCWIT Media Hub: ncwit.org/media
About the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance
The NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance is a nationwide coalition of post-secondary institutions that are dedicated to increasing equity and inclusion in computing by broadening participation of underrepresented and marginalized groups. To join the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance, simply complete this Higher Ed Alliance Membership Form to be sent further details regarding membership. Please direct any questions to [email protected].
