About
Our Mission
Women in Computer Science (WiCS) is dedicated to promoting women who are interested in studying computer science and who seek to pursue careers in computing.
Community
To build an environment in the School of Computer Science where women are supported in their work and studies.
Mentorship
To ensure that young women entering university see computer science as an option.
Empowerment
To connect to outside organizations and events for women in computer science.
Our Structure
WiCS is made up of two groups that aim to promote gender equity in computing, warmly known as:
Little WiCS
Students of the WiCS Undergraduate Committee studying a computer science related program. A subcommittee of the at-large WiCS committee at the University of Waterloo.
Big WiCS
Faculty and staff of the at-large WiCS committee working with industry sponsors. The standing committee of the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science.
Our Numbers
In the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, female-identifying individuals represent about:
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Updated: 2022
26.4%
first-year students
approx. 1 in 4
26%
undergrad students
approx. 1 in 4
22%
graduate students
approx. 1 in 5
Calendar
Monthly Schedule
Get Involved
Little WiCS Events
Events and opportunities run by the students in the WiCS Undergraduate Committee.
Office Hours
Each term we host weekly office hours for women and non-binary individuals undergraduate students to study, hang out and chat with the members of the executive committee and peers about academics, student-life, career advice and more. Visit us online! Eastern Timezone
11:30-12:30PM
2:30-3:30PM
5:00-6:00PM
5:30-6:30PM
1:00-2:00PM
Career & Mentorship
Several times a term, we run events for women focused on mentorship and career-building. Some of these include resume critique nights, mock technical interviews, BigCSter Mentorship and skill-based workshops. Checkout the calendar for the latest events!
Community Building
Throughout the term, we have events aimed at fostering a safe, inclusive and diverse space. This is a great chance to collaborate with other student clubs and organizations to promote gender equity and build community. Past events have included beginning of term socials, movie nights, side-project kickoffs and more!
Big WiCS Events
Events and opportunities hosted by faculty and staff of the at-large committee and sponsors.
Sponsor events and workshops to build skills and relationships hosted by our industry sponsors
Opportunities to connect with those in industry while building skills and your network
Engaging youth aged 10-18 in technology activities to create a gender equitable future in technology
Previous Events
Spring 2022 End of Term Plant Potting Event
Winter 2020 Beginning of Term Event
WiCS Booth at the Clubs Fair
Resources
Important Links
WiCS Resources
Conferences & Opportunities
Women at UWaterloo
Industry
Sponsors
WiCS is made possible thanks to the support from our many industry sponsors.
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Want to get involved?
Learn moreThe undergraduate Committee
Current Executives
Spring 2024
Co-chair
Co-chair
Secretary
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrator
Director of Outreach & Internal Affairs
Director of Finance
Director of Publicity
Operations Manager
First Year Representative
Past Executives
Thank you to the previous committee executives & alumnae for building the community we have today!
Past Executives
Winter 2024
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Fall 2023
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Spring 2023
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Winter 2023
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Fall 2022
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Spring 2022
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Winter 2022
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Fall 2021
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Spring 2021
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Winter 2021
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Fall 2020
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Fall 2019
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Winter 2019
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Fall 2018
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Contact Us
FAQ's
Have questions? You can find answers to our frequently asked questions, or in our policies.
Reach Out
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or feedback! We are always happy to chat.
Email us at wics.uw.ugrad@gmail.com
Find us on
Women in Computer Science
Undergraduate Committee
MC Building Room 3029
University of Waterloo
200 University Ave. W
Waterloo, ON, Canada
N2L 3G1
We would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnawbe and Haudenosaunee peoples. The University of Waterloo is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.
