ColorStackVT Newsletter 9.2

Hello, and thank you for being a valued member of ColorstackVT!

Hello, ColorStackVT family! We hope you are having an amazing Labor Day Weekend. We are excited to kick off another exciting year with our beloved ColorStackVT community.

Please take a moment to fill out our Membership Form to become an official member of ColorStackVT.

About Us

ColorStack is a non-profit organization with the mission of “increasing the number of Black and Latinx computer science graduates who go on to have successful technical careers”. At ColorStackVT, we are dedicated to amplifying the presence and success of Black and Latinx Hokies in the tech industry. As part of our vibrant chapter, you'll gain access to invaluable resources, mentorship opportunities, and the collective strength of students nationwide striving towards similar goals. Join us in making a meaningful impact!

For more details, you can visit our website: ColorStackVT

Upcoming Events

📸 Build Your Image with CoStar!

As the CS Source Career Fair and Engineering Expo approach, it’s the perfect time to start polishing your professional image, and we’ve got just the event to help you shine! 🌟

Prepare for the fall career fairs with expert advice from Co-Star on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, project showcases, and interviews. This event will also be company catered by Co-Star. Join us for a chance to learn, network, and win a prize!

🗓️ Date: September 4th 2024

🕓️ Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

📍Location: Data & Decision Sciences

🏫Room: 180

Don’t miss this chance to learn from industry professionals and prepare to have a strong recruiting season!! 🚀 

🔑Unlocking CS Opportunities at ABB

Explore a variety of Computer Science career paths with ABB, going beyond typical software engineering roles. This is a perfect opportunity to discover unique opportunities and connect with industry leaders!

🗓️ Date: September 10th 2024

🕓️ Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

📍Location: New Classroom 🏫 Room: 210

🖥️Hack-a-thon Prep with Accenture

Prepare for VTHacks by building your team and learning what to expect! Hosted by Accenture, this event will cover teamwork strategies, networking with companies, and help you shake off those pre-hackathon nerves.

🗓️ Date: September 10th 2024

🕓️ Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

📍Location: Newman 101S

Mentorship Program

We are excited to finally launch our mentorship program⭐️. If you are looking for some guidance this semester, our Mentorship Program pairs mentees with experienced upperclassmen who can offer support as you navigate your academic and professional journey 📖. Mentees are provided with personalized advice and resources to help them succeed.

Mentors, on the other hand, are given the opportunity to build leadership skills, share their experiences, and network with fellow mentors and industry professionals. It’s a win-win for everyone involved, creating a strong, supportive community within ColorStackVT.

Resume Book

Add Your Resume to Our Exclusive Resume Book! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to share your resume with top companies. ColorStackVT is compiling a resume book that will be shared with our network of corporate partners. These sponsors actively recruit from our resume book when they have openings for internships, co-ops, and full-time roles.

By submitting your resume, you'll gain access to job opportunities and networking connections that may not be widely advertised. Click below to add your resume to our Resume Book.

Recap

🎈 Gobbler Fest

Thank you to all who come out to our ColorStackVT booth! We had an amazing time sharing our mission, and interacting with every single one of you!

If you missed us at Gobbler Fest, don’t worry! There are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Stay tuned for more exciting events coming your way! 🎉

Join our Slack!

Stay connected with all things ColorStackVT! This semester, we have a lot of amazing events in stock for our community. Our Slack is the place to catch real-time updates on these events, share resources, and ask questions. Click below to join our Slack.

For access to all our resources, visit our linktree!