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Through a $1,064,500 funding gift from the Reboot Representation Tech Coalition, including an $160,000 addition from the Intel Foundation at Intel Corporation, Dr. Hill and the Computer and Information Sciences Department at Spelman College will implement Computer Science (CS) Challenge, a multi-faceted Computer Science Preparation program that provides financial support to scholars.
“At a time where Black women comprise
less than 3 percent of the technology workforce, we recognize the unique role HBCUs like Spelman College play in shaping, supporting and encouraging Black technology graduates for life beyond college,” said Dwana Franklin-Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Reboot Representation. “This is our largest grant yet, and we are excited to work with the Spelman team on investing in Black women’s success, nurturing community participation and broadening access to computing education.”
The program also provides awareness of the field of study of computer science and its benefits and opportunities, improved preparation for the Class of 2025 computer science students, a pre-Freshman bridge for students interested in computing (per support by Intel) and opportunities for hands-on engagement to
reinforce learning outcomes and to stimulate engagement and retention.
“As a Spelman Alumna, I am especially proud of Intel’s investment in enrichment programs, like CS Challenge, to increase the number of women pursuing careers in STEM. I look forward to seeing what the future holds for the CS Challenge participants – I know it’s bright”, said Pia Wilson-Body, President, Intel Foundation at Intel Corporation.
The ORICeLearn Professional Development Series is back!
Part of the Office of Research, Innovation and Collaboration’s Undergraduate Research & Training Programs, ORICeLearn sessions are designed to help all students interested in research and creative works gain valuable skills.
Spelman’s URTP is primarily responsible for the coordination of all undergraduate research and creative pursuits at the College and for the development of strategies to increase student involvement in scholarly activities. The URTP office works collaboratively with faculty, staff and students to support the scholarly engagement of undergraduates from all divisions through activities such as mentor pairing, professional development workshops, RCR (Responsible Conduct in Research) Training, Research Day planning, and student research engagement data collection.
Upcoming sessions this month cover topics including project and research plan development, data analysis and critical thinking and are open to all undergraduate students each Wednesday with the final sessions on July 27, 2022.
For more information on ORICeLearn sessions and registration details, visit Spelman.edu.
It’s a great time to work at Spelman College! With a variety of perks and benefits for staff including tuition remission, health and wellness resources, and even free meals, Spelman is more than a place to work. To learn more about the current job listings below, or to apply, visit Spelman.edu.
Maintenance Technician
Floor Technician
Housekeeper
Groundskeeper
Campus Driver and Expeditor
AD Digital Developer III
eSpelman Operations Support Specialist
Administrative Assistant for eSpelman Operations
eSpelman Database Assistant
Director of Counseling Services
Development Writer-Institutional Advancement
Registered Nurse (10 months)
Alumnae Highlights
Kendal K. Whitlock, MPH, C’90, was recently named Head of Digital Optimization, Real World Evidence Clinical Trials at Walgreens – one of the company’s notable new hires as it marks the launch of its clinical trial business to redefine the patient experience and increase access and retention in sponsor-led drug development research.
In her new role focusing on digital
optimization, Whitlock hopes to not only change how clinical trials are thought of and utilized, but she hopes to showcase how clinical trials paired with the use of digital technologies can better inform the safety and efficacy of therapies in patients who may be prescribed different medicines – all while ensuring that patient data and health information is kept secure.
“I’m over-the-moon with excitement about the potential impact that access and opportunity to learn about clinical
trials can be for patients already served by Walgreens, and the catalysts that community members can be for others in their respective health and wellness journeys,” said Whitlock.
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