ColorStackVT Newsletter 10.27

This week's events!

Last week of October!

Hello, ColorStack Family! Can you believe it’s almost November? Make sure to finish the month out strong! Keep an eye out on our Instagram this week as we have lots of cool content to show you guys. Also make sure you join both our Slack and ColorStack National’s (links can be found in our linktree below!) to make sure you never miss out. As always, keep reading ahead to see what events we have planned for you this week and the next.

If you aren’t a member already, please take a moment to fill out our Membership Form to become an official member of ColorStack@VT.

👥 About Us

Just in case you don’t know 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 ColorStack@VT, 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 the national ColorStack website: ColorStack

📅 Upcoming Events

🎯Internship Series: Mock Interviews

The Internship Series is a semester-long lineup of workshops and panels created to guide students through every stage of the internship search from crafting application materials to preparing for interviews and thriving on the job. Each session builds practical skills and provides insider tips to help you stand out to employers.

In this session, participants will take part in a mock interview workshop designed to help them build confidence and sharpen their interview skills. You’ll learn how to approach common technical and behavioral questions, communicate your strengths effectively, and make a lasting impression on interviewers. This hands-on session is a great opportunity to receive feedback, practice in a supportive environment, and prepare for real-world internship interviews.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 29th
🕓 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Torg
🏫 Room: 1020
📩 RSVP HERE

🧠Jeopardy Night

Think you’ve got what it takes to claim the title of ultimate trivia champion? Join us for Jeopardy Night, a fun and competitive social where members can test their organization spirit and general knowledge! Come ready to represent your org, answer questions across a mix of categories, from pop culture and campus life to tech, and see which team will come out on top. Whether you’re in it to win bragging rights or just here for the laughs, this is the perfect chance to connect, compete, and show off your brainpower!

Snacks, prizes, and plenty of good vibes guaranteed.

📅 Date: Thursday, November 6th
🕓 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Goodwin
🏫 Room: 125
📩 RSVP HERE

💻 Leetcode Friday

 Leetcode Friday is a weekly event designed to help members build proficiency in solving Leetcode problems and strengthen coding skills essential for technical interviews. Participants will gain confidence working with a variety of data structures through guided practice and problem-solving sessions, preparing them for internships and technical interview success. Make sure you guys come if you want to be as prepared as possible for your technical interviews!

📅 Date: Friday, November 7th
🕓 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Torg
🏫 Room: 1040
📩 RSVP HERE

 💼 Internship Opportunities

📝 Software Engineer Intern - Uber Freight

🏢 IT Software Engineering Internship - Nintendo of America

🧩 Software Engineering Internship - Lumafield

📢 Keeping Up With ColorStack

Stay connected with all things ColorStack@VT! This semester, we have a lot of amazing events in stock for our community. To make sure you don’t miss a thing, be sure to follow us on Instagram for updates and event highlights, join our Slack to stay engaged with the community, and connect with us on LinkedIn to grow your professional network. Together, let’s make this semester one to remember!