Co-chaired by dean of the Faculty of Computer Science, Dr. Andrew Rau-Chaplin and Dr. Stan Matwin, the "Learn and Work" report, which examines how Nova Scotia can invest in communications technology to support a diverse, digital-ready workforce and make data accessible to decision makers.

Recipients of the NCWIT AiC receive access to a community of more than 20,000 technical women and exclusive opportunities.

nspired by her introduction to computer science education, Genny Centeno Metri — an international student from Mexico — wanted to do something to narrow the gender gap in technology. As she graduates from the Master of Applied Computer Science program, she can certainly say she’s succeeded.

Taking place early next month, the COVID-19 Virtual Hackathon will see teams of students and professionals come together remotely to find solutions to some of the challenges brought by COVID-19.

Even though classes and exams have moved online, Dalhousie students and alumni across the country have found amazing ways to contribute to COVID-19 efforts.

Recognition for the success of the WeAreAllCS initiative has come fast and furious this year, with the latest honour coming at the Dalhousie Legacy Awards Wednesday when the working group of staff, faculty and students spearheading the initiative took home one of the President's Awards for the Advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness.

Computer Science student Mariam Ragab and Management / Sustainability student Hayat Showail share a similar commitment to building community and breaking down barriers in the process. Now, they also share one of Canada’s top student honours: a 3M National Student Fellowship, awarded to just 10 undergrads annually.

Bachelor of Applied Computer Science student, Aisha Abawajy, wins a 2019 Dalhousie Board of Governors' Award.

Computer Science student Mariam Ragab reflects on a recent visit to Papua New Guinea with Global Vision Canada where she met Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.