Join the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance Meeting of the Minds!
Join us for the October installment of the Meeting of the Minds webinar series hosted by the NCWIT Higher Ed Alliance on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 from 1:30 – 2:30 pm PT | 2:30 – 3:30 pm MT | 3:30 – 4:30 pm CT | 4:30 – 5:30 pm ET to learn more about how data science continues to shape industries and disciplines across higher education.
This talk will highlight the growing role of community colleges in advancing data science education, with a focus on El Camino College’s initiatives to build bridges between disciplines, industry, and diverse student populations. Key takeaways will include:
- Learn How Colleges Connect Learning to Careers: See how community colleges are linking students to real-world applications through local industry partnerships, faculty development, and dual-enrollment pathways with high schools.
- Explore Pathways into Data Science: Discover strategies for expanding the pipeline into data science and related fields, opening doors to in-demand career opportunities.
- Reimagine Technical Education for Today’s Needs: Gain insights on how technical education can evolve at the intersections of equity, interdisciplinarity, and workforce demands.
Meet the Presenter
Dr. Solomon Russell
As Professor and Chair of Computer Science at El Camino College in Los Angeles, Dr. Solomon Russell, will share how their department has developed one of the first community college–level data science programs in California, inspired by models at UC Berkeley and UC San Diego, and tailored to the unique mission of a community college.
We’ll explore how data science is being connected to disciplines ranging from sociology and child development to business and biology, using Jupyter-based modules and open educational resources that empower faculty across the curriculum.
Register online to join the discussion on October 23rd, 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 broadening participation in computing. 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].
