Women in Information and Computer Sciences

Week 6: Study Session and Interview Help
2014-05-08 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | DBH 5011
Still have midterms left to study for or midterms left more for you to study? Well, WICS hosting another Study Session!
Missed the discussion on how to prepare for Job Interviews we had week 4? We’ll be doing that again, so don’t miss out!

Snacks will be provided. RSVP here!

Week 6: Python Project Meeting
2014-05-05 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Want to polish your Python skills or learn how to make a game using Python tools? Want to make your own version of Flappy Bird?
WICS is hosting a 5-week tutorial session for anyone interested!
For more information check our Facebook group!

Week 5: Python Project Meeting
2014-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011

Week 5: ICS Potluck and Board Games
2014-04-28 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Are midterms stressing you out and you want to take a little break?
Come socialize, play some board games, eat some food, or spend some time getting to know other ICS Club members! Don’t forget to RSVP so we know how many people are coming!

Week 4: SWE Engineering Day
2014-04-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Engineering Plaza
In order to encourage girls across the country to become involved with engineering and technology, the Society of Women Engineers will be hosting Engineering Day.
There will be six booths with engineering related hands on activities for children. If you are interested in volunteering, see here for more information.

Week 4: Homework and Interview Help Session
2014-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Midterms are around the corner! Need some help, want to find a study group, or want to help others? WICS is hosting a study session, so you’re in luck! Bring any questions you may have and be prepared to hit those books you might have been avoiding!
Midterms not on your mind? How about Job Interviews? We’ll also be discussing what to do and how to prepare for them!
Snacks will be provided. RSVP here!

Week 4: Python Projects - Launch
2014-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Want to polish your Python skills or learn how to make a game using Python tools? Want to make your own version of Flappy Bird?
Come to WICS Project Meetings every Monday starting April 21st, 2014 at 6:30 PM in DBH 5011. WICS is hosting a 5-week tutorial session for anyone interested! Don’t miss out on our first meeting; we will be forming groups for attendees.
For more information check our Facebook group and don’t forget to RSVP!

Week 3: WITI Waterfall to Lean, with Agile in Between
2014-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 | DBH 6011
Interested in what the gaming industry teaches us about building products that people will like to use? Want to learn a little more about using the Agile software methodology for building products and other software delivery methods?
WICS has invited Women in Technology International (WITI) speak about their experiences on maximizing customer satisfaction. The panel of technology experts include women from Blizzard and State Street!
Space is limited; we encourage pre-registration ($10 for studens) to guarantee admission!
Food will be provided! Don’t forget to also RSVP!

Week 3: Crepe Booth Fundraiser
2014-04-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Engineering Plaza
Support WICS by coming out and buying some delicious crepes! Grab a coupon from our fliers on campus to get an extra crepe FREE with your purchase! There will be strawberry jam, boysenberry jam, and nutella fillings with whipped cream!

Week 3: Board Games Social
2014-04-14 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Play board games with WICS! Food and drinks will be provided. Come meet people and have some fun! RSVP here.

Week 2: The Portal: MascotSecret
2014-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | The Portal, University Towers Suite 210, 4199 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA, United States
Are you interested in the technology behind a recently funded startup?
Join The Portal for a discussion with Jennifer Jeng, Donna Lee, and Jake Goodman, Co-founders of MascotSecret. The MascotSecret team has created an app that syncs seamlessly with your venue to control fan engagement, investory, and pricing during an event.
Enjoy a small group discussion about the ups and downs of creating a successful company with people who have been there and done that.
Food will be provided!
Admission is FREE! Don’t forget to RSVP!

CWIC-SoCal
2014-04-05 08:00 - 2014-04-06 17:00 | Carlsbad By The Sea Resort, 850 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92011, United States
The Celebration of Women in Computing in Southern California (CWIC-SoCal) conference brings together women interested in computer science and information technology to network, share their experiences, learn from each other and, of course, to have fun.
WICS will be providing a bus ride and reimbursing registration fees to those that signed up before March 13th!

Western Digital Tour
2014-04-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Western Digital, 3355 Michelson Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, CA, 92612, United States
Take Friday off from Week 1 to join WICS for a tour of Western Digital’s facilities! Learn about storage technology, check out their labs and ask some engineers a few questions. Come on, you know you want to. What’s happening on week 1 anyway?
Food and rides will be provided.
Fill out the survey if you would like to attend (details shown on survey)
Want to see last year’s tour of WD? Click here!

Week 1: First General WICS Meeting
2014-04-03 18:30 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
We hope you had a very enjoyable spring break! Now that we’re all back it is that time of the quarter to have our general meeting. Join us for a night of FOOD and games, and also learn about what we will be doing this quarter! We hope to see you there! RSVP here.

Spireon Techtalk
2014-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Spireon Technology Center, 17600 Gillette Avenue, Suite 100, Irvine, CA, 92614, United States
Join Spireon’s Jamie Slattery, Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, as he hosts an evening devoted to Big Data. You will have a chance to go home with A FREE IPAD Air!
Email TechTalks@spireon.com before March 20, 2014 to RSVP!
Networking and Refreshments begin at 5:30pm!

Project Meeting #5
2014-03-06 19:00 - 20:00 | DBH 5011
Come out to the last android meeting and remember to turn in your APK file to kyin2@uci.edu by 6pm Thursday, March 6 if you want to be part of the raffle and to get GOODIES.
Snacks will be provided!

Week 9: Mock Technical Interview Workshop
2014-03-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Career Center
Do you know what to expect from a technical interview? Are you looking to get a job or internship but are worried about what to say? Then come to the WICS Mock technical interviews! Here you can practice your interviewing skills, test your technical know how, and receive feedback on how to improve from industry professionals. This is a learning experience intended for anyone who wants to improve their chances in interviews regardless whether this is your fist experience interviewing or your 10th.
Details: Participants will have one-on-one mock interviews with representatives from participating companies including TigerText, Northrop Grumman and more. Interviews will last 30 minutes apiece. Maximum of 3 interviews per participant. Formal dress and resume required.
Be prepared to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled interview!
Please RSVP on Facebook!

Project Meeting #4
2014-02-27 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011
Come and work with your groups on your Android Apps!
Stay updated with the Facebook page and check out the Project Development page for more information.
Don’t forget to BRING YOUR LAPTOPS!
Food and refreshments will be provided during the meeting.

Week 8: Arista Networks Info Session
2014-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | DBH 3011
Interested in learning more about Arista Networks, a computer networking company? ACM, ICSSC, and WICS are cohosting an info session with Arista Networks. Come get some advice from industry professionals and bring your resume if you have one. Food will be provided! Don’t forget to RSVP here.

WICS littleBits Workshop with Brownie Troops
2014-02-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Kay Family Foundation Lab (ICS2 110)

Week 7: littleBits Workshop
2014-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011
Interested in learning about basic circuits? WICS is holding a workshop for non-tech majors interested in learning a little bit about how technology works using littleBits. It’s like making circuits with Lego pieces. Take some time out to learn a little about one of the base topics of the ever-growing technology field. Snacks will be provided. RSVP here!

Presidents' Day
2014-02-17
No School!

Project Meeting #3
2014-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011

Week 6: Northrop Grumman with ACM
2014-02-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Career Center Training Room
UCI CS/CE majors! Interested in meeting industry professionals who can offer you advice on getting the most out of your college education? Or learning about opportunities in the government contracting arena? Come out to the Northrop Grumman information session to learn more and send your resume out. Bring your resume if you have one. Make sure to RSVP at Zotlink.

Week 6: WICS Group Study Session
2014-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011
It’s week 6 and there’s midterms, projects, and a lot of stress. Looking for a place to be productive or a study group? Well WICS is hosting a study session, so you’re in luck. Bring any questions you may have and be prepared to hit those books you might or might not have been avoiding! Snacks will be provided. Please take a few seconds to FILL OUT this form so we know what area you can help/need help in.

Computer Expert Badge Brownie Troops Workshop
2014-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | ICS 192

Project Meeting #2
2014-02-06 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011

Week 5: Quarterly Potluck With ICS Clubs
2014-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | DBH 5011
Are midterms stressing you out and you wanna take a little break? I’m sure you’ve been hanging out with your textbooks up close and personal, but maybe it’s time to put some healthy space in between. This is also an opportunity to connect with your mentor or mentee over, so come socialize, play some board games, and eat some food. Don’t forget to RSVP here!

Project Meeting #1
2014-01-30 19:00 - 20:30 | DBH 5011
Interested in learning how to make an Android App? WICS is holding a 5-week Android App tutorial session, last day to join will be today (Jan. 30th) so don’t miss out! Don’t forget to BRING YOUR LAPTOPS!
Join our Facebook group and stay updated! Check out more information about WICS project development.
Food and refreshments will be provided during the meeting!

Week 4: Movie Night & Board Games
2014-01-27 19:00 - 21:00 | DBH 5011
Midterms are coming up! Come and de-stress with WICS. You can play board games or watch a movie or both. Food and drinks will be provided. Mentor and mentees, this is a great opportunity to get together and socialize! Come meet people and have some fun!
