Events and Activities at ACM-W NJIT CHAPTER

Roundtable with Dr. Jeff Ullman

October 14th 2023
Photograph with Dr. Jeff Ullman

During the roundtable discussion with PhD students in computer science, Dr. Jell Ullman shared his valuable experiences. The conversation delved into diverse perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI) and its future trajectories. Dr. Jell Ullman elaborated on topics such as the explanation of AI black boxes, the bottleneck within data science at the current stage, cutting-edge technologies in burgeoning domains, and imparted guidance for early scientists and researchers.

Upcoming Events

Panel Discussion with Verizon

February 7th 2024

The ACM-W NJIT chapter is hosting a panel discussion with Verizon on February 7th, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at GITC 3600, aimed at providing female students with career advice from industry experts. We're thrilled to have you with us. Welcome to join!

Roundtable with Dr. Sihem Amer-Yahia

November 8th 2023

Join us for a thought-provoking roundtable event with Dr. Sihem Amer-Yahia. Explore the future of work and education in the digital age, where educational technologies and AI hold immense potential for learners. Dr. Amer-Yahia's insights and vast experience promise a valuable discussion. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with fellow female students and delve into crucial topics shaping our educational landscape.

Seminar Talk with Dr. Sihem Amer-Yahia

November 8th 2023

Dr. Sihem Amer-Yahia, a distinguished Silver Medal CNRS Research Director and Deputy Director of the Lab of Informatics of Grenoble, will be presenting on "Algorithmic Upskilling and The Question of Ethics in AIED". The presentation delves into how the combination of educational technologies and AI collaboratively enhances the process of upskilling. Dr. Amer-Yahia's vast experience, including roles at QCRI, Yahoo! Research, and AT&T Labs, promises valuable insights. This event offers a unique perspective on the future of work and education.

Roundtable with Dr. Yuhong Liu

October 4th 2023

Dr. Yuhong Liu, a distinguished visitor from the IEEE Computer Society and a leading figure in trustworthy computing and cybersecurity from Santa Clara University, will be presenting at YWCC on October 4th. Alongside, the ACM-W NJIT Chapter is hosting a 'Roundtable Conversation' with her. This event offers students a unique opportunity to engage with academic excellence, explore in-depth discussions, and draw inspiration from Dr. Liu's vast experience.

Seminar Talk with Dr. Yuhong Liu

October 4th 2023

Dr. Yuhong Liu, a distinguished visitor from the IEEE Computer Society and expert in trustworthy computing from Santa Clara University, will give a talk at YWCC on the transformative potential of Blockchain titled 'Facilitating Security and Trust among Multiple Parties through Blockchain Techniques'. Join us to explore how blockchain can shape trust in multi-party systems.

Past Events

Lunch gathering

May 11th 2023

ACM-Women NJIT Chapter organized a lunch gathering on May 12th. The purpose of this lunch is to provide a casual environment where women faculty and student members can get to know each other better. During the Lunch, Dr. Jing Li shared her research experience on a complete learning-based custom design automation framework of power converters.

Lunch gathering

March 12th 2023

The very first meeting of the ACM-Women NJIT Chapter took place on March 12th 2023. During this luncheon, women faculty and student members had the opportunity to introduce themselves. A valuable insight came from a senior Ph.D candidate, Phung Lai who shared her research experience on trustworthiness in ML and AI along with advice on searching for faculty jobs.