2014 CRA Taulbee Survey
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Report
Source: Computing Resource News - May 2015
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Relentless Growth in Undergraduate CS Enrollment; Doctoral Degree Production Remains Strong, But No New Record
Unconscious Bias and Why It Matters for Women in Tech
Unconscious bias is an important concept to understand because the barriers encountered by women in tech aren’t always overt. Learning to identify hidden roadblocks will help you hire and retain technical women. NCWIT’s first interactive video resource, “Unconscious Bias and Why It Matters for Women in Tech,” is a useful tool to get you started on this subject.
Scholarships for Women Studying Information Security (SWSIS)
Since 2011, Applied Computer Security Associates, sponsor of the ACSAC and NSPW conferences, has offered scholarships for women in security-related undergraduate and masters' degree programs through the Scholarships for Women Studying Information Security (SWSIS, www.swsis.org). Thanks to a $250,000 4-year contribution by Hewlett-Packard company in early 2014, ACSA expanded our program to award 11 scholarships for the 2014-15 academic year. The Committee on the Status of Women in Computing Research (CRA-W), an arm of the Computing Research Alliance, led selection of scholarship winners. Information about the 11 SWSIS Scholars (scholarship winners) is available at www.swsis.org. ACSA, CRA-W, and HP are pleased to announce that applications for 2015-16 scholarships are open Dec 15 2014 - Feb 15 2015. To apply, an applicant must provide: * An essay describing her interest and background in the information security field. * A current transcript. * A resume or CV. * At least two letters of reference (typically from faculty members). * Her university name and class status. The scholarship is renewable for a second year subject to availability of funds, given proof of satisfactory academic progress. Preference is for US citizens or permanent residents; funds are available for use at any US campus of a US university. More information at www.swsis.org or swsis@swsis.org Jeremy Epstein, Director, Scholarship Programs Applied Computer Security Associates, Inc. Rebecca Wright, CRA-W Director for SWSIS Computing Research Association Committee on the Status of Women in Computing Research
Michigan State University study looks at gender and 'image management'
Say you’re a woman, and you’re interviewing for a job in a traditionally male-dominated field like engineering. What qualities about yourself should you highlight in your interview? A new MSU study offers some ideas.
Current State’s Melissa Benmark spoke with one of study’s co-authors, Ann Marie Ryan. She’s a professor of organizational psychology at MSU. Listen (10 minutes)
Google - Inspiring the next generation of tech innovators
We want to inspire young people around the world not just to use technology, but to create it.
Visit Google's Diversity website for ideas on scholarships, internships, and longer term investments in CS: Education, Research, and Advocacy.
SciGirls Connect
The SciGirls brand has grown into a far-reaching transmedia enterprise, serving girls, families and educators in both English and Spanish. Evidence-based practices in STEM education for girls, SciGirls’ videos, online resources, hands-on activities and professional development work together to address a singular but powerful goal: to inspire, enable, and maximize STEM learning and participation for all girls, encouraging greater interest in STEM careers.
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Learn more about SciGirls: http://scigirlsconnect.org/
Women Who Choose Computer Science - What Really Matters
The critical role of exposure and encouragement
Abstract: Google believes that a diverse workforce leads to better products for diverse users, and is especially committed to reversing the negative trends around women in Computer Science. To guide the company’s outreach and investments in this space, Google conducted a study to identify and understand the factors that influence young women’s decisions to pursue degrees in Computer Science. It identified encouragement and exposure as the leading factors influencing this critical choice and learned that anyone can help increase female participation in Computer Science, regardless of their technical abilities or background. Women Who Choose CS - What Really Matters.pdf Click here to view on the Web.
FIRST - For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
Our mission is to show students of every age that science, technology, and problem-solving are not only fun and rewarding, but are proven paths to successful careers and a bright future for us all. Founder Dean Kamen invites you to get behind FIRST, too. University participation can include Scholarships, sponsorship of competitions, and additional participation. Read more about the FIRST Vision and Mission
University of Michigan's ADVANCE "good practices" website
Here’s a link to what Michigan has compiled as a result of their work in improving recruiting and retention of women in the sciences. The current program is now broader than gender and STEM, but it’s worth being aware of what they’re doing.
http://sitemaker.umich.edu/advance/good-practices
Virginia Tech’s Advance project, AdvanceVT.
Like other Advance programs, the goal is to improve recruiting, retention, and advancement of women in science and engineering.
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