Women in Technology: Strategies and Best Practices to Attract Young Women into IT Programs and Careers
Women in Technology: Strategies and Best Practices to Attract Young Women into IT Programs and Careers
Thursday, November 08, 2012 | 3:40PM–4:30PM | Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3
Session Type:
E12
Women are highly underrepresented in all IT fields. University IT leaders are strategically important in the efforts to attract women into IT careers. This session will provide examples of successful programs and partnerships utilizing innovative approaches and outreach efforts that participants can implement at their own institutions.
Presenters
Margaret Burnett
Professor, Computer Science, Oregon State University
Regina Kunkle
Sharon Pitt
Vice President of Information Technology and CIO, Virginia Tech
Sue Workman
Interim VP for Information Services and Technology, Boston University