Members of NJIT’s undergraduate and graduate Women in Computing Society groups attending the Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC) 2024 in Philadelphia took full advantage of opportunities for professional development, networking and industry insights that support their growth in technology fields.
The GHC, hosted by the Anita Borg Institute for Women in Technology, is the world’s largest gathering of women and non-binary technologists, with a mission to bring the research and career interests of women in computing to the forefront. From engaging with industry experts on emerging AI trends and responsible technology to connecting with mentors and peers who share their ambitions, the students returned with fresh perspectives and skills to apply both in and beyond their classrooms.
This year’s conference was devoted to various AI-related topics, with particular attention to issues related to gender bias. Students attended select information and discussion sessions and compiled their findings in a presentation delivered to members of the faculty and administration in the Ying Wu College of Computing (YWCC). The subject of responsible AI was approached from the perspective of integrity and accuracy in information, a common part of current public discourse, especially regarding security, but with attention to how societal biases can affect data. To read the full story.