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Unlocking the Clubhouse: A Decade Later BCC: 319-320 INVITED TECHNICAL SPEAKERS
and Now What?
Presenter: Jane Margolis Abstract: Despite the uptick of interest in computer science, the numbers of women majors are still abysmally small. I
will reflect on why this is the case, making connections to the issues raised in the last decade since the publication of Unlocking the Clubhouse. I
will also reflect on how underrepresentation in computing relates to larger issues we face as world citizens and the upcoming national elections.
Recruitment Practices to Engage Female Interest in Computing BCC: 314-315 ACADEMIC
Presenters: Dawn Laux (Purdue University), Alka Harriger (Purdue University) Abstract: Identifying the best way to recruit women into the
discipline of computing is an ongoing challenge. To ensure quality of programming, the development of a packaged set of ‘Monday morning’
ready activities is an important characteristic for broader dissemination and use among the audience. For any department seeking to improve
enrollment through outreach programs, special attention should be given to the areas of instructional technology, facilities, personnel and
feedback analysis.
In the Market for Big Data BCC: 327-329 INDUSTRY
Moderator: Rebecca Nolander (Illuminate Ventures) Panelists: Anne Dinning (The D. E. Shaw Group), Jennifer Costley (Credit Suisse), Panna
Pavangadkar (Goldman Sachs), Hanna Derry (BlackRock) Abstract: The financial services sector was ensconced in big data before there was Big
Data, as processing, analyzing, and generating information has been emblematic of the evolution of financial services. With increased regulations
and the increasing importance of critical data analysis and storage, how does a data-driven industry proactively face the challenges posed by the
big data frontier?
The Future of Online Social Networking BCC: 309 SOCIAL COLLABORATION
Moderator: Rajani Ramanathan (salesforce.com) Panelists: Anne-Marie Imafidon (Deutsche Bank), Dorothea Sieber (SAP), Jocelyn Goldfein
(Facebook), Karen Hennsessy (salesforce.com) Abstract: Today social networking sites are ubiquitous, and are transforming a multitude of
personal and corporate interactions – from how we interact with friends, to how we collaborate with coworkers, to how we support and engage
our customers. This panel of social media experts discusses how social networks are used in their organizations, how they have changed
employee and customer interactions, and what the future holds for these powerful, interactive mediums.
Are We There Yet? Finding Your Career Sweet Spot BCC: 307-308 THEME
Moderator: Yina Arenas (Microsoft) Panelists: Rosa Enciso (Microsoft), Patty Lopez (Intel), Gilda Garretón (Oracle), Raquel Romano (Google)
Abstract: Throughout your career, you will experience highs and lows as you navigate your path. Every challenge brings with it the opportunity
to reassess and reprioritize. This panel will address motivation for changing fields/roles, marketing ourselves to compete for new opportunities,
confronting self-doubt and rebuilding credibility. We also invite women in the audience to share how they found their “sweet spot” or methods
for exploration via Q&A.
Achieving Success as an Immigrant Woman – Strengths and Obstacles BCC: 316-317 STUDENT
Moderator: Shivani Govil (SAP) Panelists: Anne Hardy (SAP), Mei Wang (Cisco), Dr. Ivette Falto-Heck (Lockheed Martin), Esin Kiris (CA
Technologies) Abstract: The objective of this session is to share the experiences of women who have come from different countries and have
built a successful career. Specifically, the panel members will share what strengths they believe their cultures provided that helped them
succeed, and what were some of the things that were “handicaps” that they had to either “unlearn” or do differently.
Moving the Needle Across Georgia in K-12 Computing Education BCC: 301-303 STEERING COMMITTEE
A. Richard Newton Educator Award Winner: Barbara Ericson (Georgia Tech College of Computing) Abstract: How do you change computing
education in K-12 for an entire state? Barbara Ericson has been trying to do just that since 2004 in Georgia. Come learn about: policy changes,
curriculum changes, summer computing camps, weekend workshops for students, teacher workshops, a lending library, growing teacher leaders,
and competitions. These efforts have increased the number and diversity of students who are exposed to computing in Georgia.
Securing our Borders – Are We There Yet? BCC: 324-326 SECURITY
Moderator: Wendy Rannenberg (GlobalCerts, LLC) Panelists: Seniha Esen Yuksel (University of Florida), Pamela Arya (A-T Solutions), Laura
McLay (Virginia Commonwealth University), Susan A.Wilson (Northrop Grumman Information Systems) Abstract: The objective of this panel is to
discuss where we are as computer scientists in securing our borders. We will first discuss some of the alternative methods in homeland security.
Then we will talk about how to collect, store and process meaningful data, what are the challenges in such data, what kind of algorithms are
out there and what needs to be done to be better in security in terms of implementing effective strategies that can be integrated seamless into
everyday life that do not infringe on individual rights nor disrupt the flow of goods or people.
Anita Borg Change Agent Award Winners BCC: 310 AWARD WINNERS
Towards the Dream of Accomplishments in Technology Maria Dubovitskaya (IBM Research – Zurich) Abstract: To make our dreams come true
we need to be passionate about them and exercise "4 Cs": Curiosity, Confidence, Courage, and Constancy, throughout our life.
Creating an Enabling Environment for Women Entrepreneurs Evelyn Namara (Solar Sister) Abstract: Social Businesses like Solar Sister are
helping address the gap between women and men in the employment field.
Humanitarian Technology is the Responsibility of Engineers Ramalatha Marimuthu (Kumaraguru College of Technology) Abstract: Engineering
Teachers have the highest amount of opportunity to change the world of tomorrow through the younger generation. Finding Engineering
Solutions for the real world problems interest them and benefit both us and the society.
CSTA Speed Dating (open to all attendees, 3:45 PM - 6:15 PM) BCC: Ballroom I
Network with participating organizations and learn about programs in the K-12 sector.
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