ColorStackVT Newsletter 9.15

Stay Connected: This Week's ColorStackVT Updates!

Hello, ColorStackVT family! 🎉 

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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

September General Body Meeting 

We’re kicking off the semester with our First General Body Meeting, and we could not be more excited to see you there! This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about opportunities at ColorStack and get the scoop on our upcoming events.

CodePath will also join us to discuss their exciting collaboration with ColorStackVT, as well as opportunities for our members.

🗓️ Date: September 24th 2024

🕓️ Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

📍Location: Holden Auditorium

🏫 Room: 210

Don’t miss this chance to connect with our community, learn about the exciting semester ahead, and win amazing prizes! 🎁 

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

🔑Unlocking CS Opportunities at ABB

What a turnout for our Unlocking CS Opportunities event with ABB! 🙌 We hope everyone walked away with fresh insights into the many paths Computer Science can offer beyond typical software engineering roles.

🖥️Hack-a-thon Prep with Accenture

Our Hackathon Prep session for VTHacks with Accenture was a hit! 💥 Attendees dove into team-building strategies and got valuable tips on how to make the most of the hackathon experience. It was an interactive and exciting event that had everyone pumped and ready to crush VTHacks! 🏆

💻️ ColorStackVT @ VT Hacks

ColorStackVT had a great time at the VTHacks Club Fair! 🎉 We had a blast connecting with everyone, sharing our upcoming events, and handing out some awesome swag.

We also held a panel discussion on inclusivity in the workplace. 🌍💼 The conversation offered incredible insights into building diverse and welcoming environments in tech, and it definitely left everyone feeling inspired!

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.

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