Girls Who Code, Oakland
Break down barriers and promote equal opportunities in computer science
Girls Who Code aims to close the gender gap in tech and promote equal opportunity in computer science by offering advice, mentorship, an open dialogue, and a sense of community for women and nonbinary people in CS. Recognizing the importance of diversity in tech, the group creates a safe space where everyone can freely explore their coding passion without judgment or bias.
Girls Who Code helps members cultivate effective coding practices by creating study sheets for Fundamentals of CS quizzes and exams, and by helping its members develop strong study habits and interpersonal skills that will benefit them in their careers. The organization also co-organizes PawHacks, a hackathon for college students in Oakland.
Girls Who Code’s 20 members build technical coding skills and a supportive community, both of which bolster their chances at success in the exciting world of computer science.
Process to join
Girls Who Code is targeted toward women and nonbinary people but welcomes anyone with an interest in computer science.
Club details
Location
Oakland
Degree level
Undergraduates primarily; open to graduate students
Club advisor
Shea Tate-Di Donna
Meetings
Wednesdays 5:30–7 p.m. in the Mary Atkins Lounge at the Rothwell Center
