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Each year, the NCWIT Summit offers a unique space for our community to explore research-backed strategies and promising practices that advance equity in computing education and the tech workforce. The […]

NCWIT CEO Terry Hogan joined more than 250 CEOs from companies such as Airbnb, IBM, and Microsoft in urging state leaders to make computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI)

The world of education is constantly evolving, and the recent NCWIT Counselors for Computing (C4C) virtual workshop for our C4C Champions offered the opportunity to explore the intersections of computer

Meet NCWIT research staff and learn more about the NCWIT Workforce Alliance in this new series of Q&As! Member representatives meet with researchers on a quarterly basis for engaging meetings

NCWIT is thrilled to name Dr. Judy Goldsmith, Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Kentucky, the recipient of the 2025 Harrold and Notkin Research and

NCWIT is thrilled to name Dr. Maureen Biggers as the recipient of the 2025 Joanne McGrath Cohoon Service Award. The award, sponsored by AT&T, honors distinguished educators and staff who

As we move through Women’s History Month, there’s no better time to reflect on some of the legal advancements women have achieved in American history, and their collective efforts to

2025 marks the 16th anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, and this Women’s History Month we’re honoring the legacy of Lilly Ledbetter — the “Mother of the Fair

Meet NCWIT research staff and learn more about the NCWIT Workforce Alliance in this new series of Q&As! Member representatives meet with researchers on a quarterly basis for engaging meetings

By Dr. Catherine Ashcraft, Director of Organizational Research & Change It’s been quite the chaotic few weeks, to say the least. Feeling overwhelmed or confused by the tsunami of attacks

Last year, we announced the first cohort of #AiCstories Ambassadors, who graciously shared their personal tech journeys and provided encouraging advice for the #AiCcommunity in a first-of-its-kind series sponsored by

Honoring his legacy with community As we observe and honor the 30th annual celebration of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at NCWIT, we continue to dream boldly, partnering

This CS Ed Week — which runs from December 9th – 15th to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science — NCWIT is spotlighting 2024 Aspirations in Computing Impact Award

By Darin Gray, Ed.D. and Stephanie Weber The Internet has played a significant role in the democratization of STEM learning. However, there is still much work to be done. It

It’s that time of year again, so how do members of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Community make it through midterms and finals? Read along for some helpful tips and

Picture a workplace where employees are not just clocking in but are genuinely invested in the company’s success. When employees are engaged, they exhibit higher performance levels, are willing to

Each year, the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) program receives thousands of amazing award applications from women, genderqueer, and non-binary students across the country who are interested in tech. To

These Latinas have all made global impact through their work: NASA Engineer’s, Alma Stephanie Tapia and Susana Tapia Harper (aka “The Space Twins”)  VP of Latina Geeks Silicon Valley, Karina

Shortly before the 30th annual Grace Hopper Celebration, the National Security Agency (NSA) released an inspiring internal lecture that Rear Adm. Grace Hopper herself delivered in 1982, “Future Possibilities: Data,

Nancy Binowski: Chair, Professor at County College of Morris, Randolph, NJ How long have you been a part of the NCWIT Community and what brought you to NCWIT?For many years,

by Kelsey Kman, NCWIT Counselors for Computing Program Manager In June, NCWIT Counselors for Computing (C4C) hosted school counselors and career coaches from across the country for the two-day 2024

Since its inception, NCWIT has developed and disseminated digital and print resources and tools grounded in research to raise awareness, increase knowledge, and help individuals and organizations challenge the status

This guidance was adapted from an Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Labs event with the AiC Community and special guest Rhona Pierce, Founder & Lead Strategist at HowToLevelUp.com. AiC Community members

July 26th, 2024 marked the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a day that is observed annually as National Disability Independence Day. The ADA prohibits discrimination and

In early June, all of us at NCWIT were saddened to learn Lynn Conway — a true tech revolutionary — passed on. Her pioneering work in microchip design was foundational