Women in Technology is Now Live on WGU Connect!
As of February 3rd, Women in Technology is now live on WGU Connect, a student-led platform designed to bring students and alumni together for collaboration, networking, and career development.
We’re transitioning from Teams to WGU Connect to provide a more engaging and interactive experience. Please note that the Teams channel will be closed on March 3rd.
Women in Technology Club Our new community space is officially open and ready for you to join! We're excited to welcome you to this enhanced platform where you can connect, share, and grow with fellow women in technology.
Getting Started is Easy:
- Log In Easily
Use your WGU credentials to sign into WGU Connect. - Complete Your Profile
Follow the steps in the WGU Connect Onboarding Guide. - Ready to Join?
Once you complete your profile, you'll be redirected to the SignUp/Login. After successfully logging back in, you can find the Women in Tech link here.
- Click “Join”
Make sure to click “Join” to access everything! - Start connecting by introducing yourself in the Welcome Thread and exploring the platform!
Note: Registered members can start at Step 3, and you will directly go to the Women in Tech’s home page.
What You'll Find in the Women in Technology Community:
- Discussion forums for networking and knowledge sharing
- Resource library with career development materials
- Event calendar for upcoming activities
- Mentorship opportunities
- Special interest groups like the Book Club, where you can connect through inspiring reads.
Have questions? Our moderators are online and ready to help you navigate the new space.
REMINDER: This channel will be deactivated on March 3rd.
Join us now and be part of this exciting new chapter for Women in Technology at WGU!
Note: If you need technical assistance accessing the platform, please reach out to the WGU Connect Support Team.
Upcoming Events
Panelists
- Dana Cobbs, Director, Instruction, School of Technology I Academic Delivery, Western Governors University
- Juan Ruiz, Instructor, School of Technology, Western Governors University
- Melissa Chodziutko, Professional Lecturer of Computer Science, Marist College
- Lillian McPadden, QA Developer Intern and Marist College Student, IBM
- Anne DeCusatis, WGU Alumni (MSDA), Staff Software Engineer, Flatiron Health
- Donna Eng Dillenberger, IBM Fellow, CTO Hybrid Cloud Systems, IBM Research
B4 Women in Tech Leadership Webinar Series
Members of the B4 Women in Tech program are encouraged to attend this confidence-boosting and leadership development opportunity.
Viewers will receive a certificate of completion for attendance to all sessions:
Tuesday, April 1st
Erica Fanning: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity
7:00pm EST/6:00pm CST/5:00pm MT/4:00pm PST.
Register Here
Featured Blogs
Past Events
#6 Leadership
January 16th, 2024
8pm Eastern / 6pm Mountain
#7 You Can Do It
April 9th, 2024
4pm Eastern / 2pm Mountain
Mae Jameson Hackathon
October 14-15
More Information Coming!
B4 Women in Tech Leadership Webinar Series
Members of the B4 Women in Tech program are encouraged to attend this confidence-boosting and leadership development opportunity. Viewers will receive a certificate of completion for attendance in all four sessions:
#2 Smart Goals for Success
Thursday, January 26th 2023
4pm Eastern / 2pm Mountain
#3 Leading Change
Thursday, April 6th 2023
8pm Eastern / 6pm Mountain
#4 Breaking Through Imposter Syndrome
Thursday, July 6th 2023
4pm Eastern / 2pm Mountain
#5 Job Chances
October 24, 2023
7pm Eastern / 5pm Mountain
Girls Who Code - HIRING SUMMIT
Friday, September 16, 2022, from 12 pm to 5 pm ET
What was expected at the hiring summit?
- Hear directly from hiring managers and recruiters about their summer 2023 and full-time opportunities.
- Connect one-on-one with recruiters to share more about your experience.
- Network with other attendees and share advice.
- Girls Who Code workshops before and after the Hiring Summit to help you with your interview process and job search.
Career Showcase Series
November 10 at 6:00 pm MT - November Career Showcase Presentation featuring Ling Xiang
Ling is a veteran data analytics product leader. Learn more about IT careers for Women in Technology in the expanding field of data analytics.
Ling has an amazing story to share. If you missed the live presentation, you can hear her story at the recording below.
Recording: Ling Xiang - Career Showcase
Sept. 8 at 6:00 pm EST
Steve Smith, the Director of Flight Services at Blue Origin
Steve Smith is an aerospace executive with extensive experience in innovation, product development, and go-to-market strategies.
August 3, 2022 at 4:00 EST
Tiffany Rolle Software Engineer with Beep.inc
Tiffany Rolle, is a WGU alumni and currently works with Beep.inc as a software engineer within the autonomous mobility industry. She is involved with designing, constructing, and testing backend software relating to the telemetry data received from the vehicles using various programming languages.
Recording: Tiffany Role - Career Showcase
Resume Workshop
WGU’s career services hosted a resume workshop for WGU WinTech club members. The goal of the workshop was to provide students with the tools and guidance to create a resume that will highlight their experience, help them standout in the industry, and define their personal brand.
Helpful WGU career service resources for the workshop
Grace Hopper Memorial Panel Discussion
December 11, 2022
Mark your calendars for the Grace Hopper Memorial Panel Discussion to be held on December 11, 2022, at 11:00 am MT. Ten panelists who are students, faculty, or IT professionals will address women's issues in technology during this informative panel discussion. Submit your questions here.
B4 Women in Tech Leadership Webinar Series
Members of the B4 Women in Tech program are encouraged to attend this confidence-boosting and leadership development opportunity. Viewers will receive a certificate of completion for attendance in all four sessions:
#1 Identify Your Leadership Style
Wednesday, November 16th 2022
8pm Eastern / 6pm Mountain
Grace Hopper Memorial Symposia
The Women in Tech Club hosted the Grace Hopper Memorial Symposia on December 9, 2021. Below are recordings from that event.
Questions? Please contact organizer Carolyn Sher-DeCusatis.
Recordings
- Welcome - Who was Grace Hopper? Carolyn Sher-DeCusatis, Senior Instructor, College of IT and Terry Walker, Instructor, College of IT
- Planning Your Escape - A story about designing energy efficient exit signs Carolyn Sher-DeCusatis, Senior Instructor, College of IT
- Pursuing my dream - some stories from a career in computer science Amy Antonucci, Senior Instructor, College of IT
- Humility, a Performance Improver Wanda Burwick, Instructor, College of IT
- WebSTARS - Who and What We Do Benita Hubbard, Instructor, College of IT
- The Role of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Tackling Cybersecurity’s Pressing Problems: The Case of State-Sponsored Attacks Lauren Provost, College of IT
- Panel Discussion with Leaders College of IT Panel: Peggy White, Administrative Director; Pubali Banerjee, Program Chair, Software Programs; Kristina Holland, Manager, Course Faculty; Lisa Daniels, Manager, Program Mentor Faculty; Joyce Dahlhauser, Manager, Program Mentor Faculty
