CiC is a free program that provides a stipend to every mentee, offers mentorship from college students, and includes lunch and necessary materials, specifically targeting economically disadvantaged and/or future first-generation college students.
Changemakers in Computing (CiC) is a free, four-week in-person summer program at the University of Washington's Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering. It is designed for rising high school juniors and seniors in Washington state, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged and/or future first-generation college students. The program aims to increase participation in computer science and engineering among underrepresented backgrounds. Mentees develop introductory coding skills through culturally relevant, project-based learning, exploring various areas of computing and the societal impact of technology. The curriculum includes both technical lessons and discussions on social justice, career exploration, and post-high school computer science pathways. Participants engage in structured group work and discussions, supported by current UW undergraduate mentors. By the end of the program, students gain practical coding experience and a clearer understanding of computing coursework and community within a major public research institution. The program also offers support in seeking higher education and helps build a community among students and mentors.
A typical day generally runs from 9am to 3pm, Monday through Thursday, and includes optional breakfast, mentor group check-ins, morning activities, technical foundations and code-along sessions or social responsibility and tech ethics sessions, lunch, and project work time.
The program is ideal for Washington State high school students who are rising juniors or seniors, have an interest in learning about technology, society, justice, and changemaking, and have little to no prior coding experience.
University of Washington, Seattle campus
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