When: Sep 03, 2023, 01:00 PM EST (US and Canada).
What: Join us for a first of its kind Women in High Performance Computing (WHPC) event, co-hosted by the Northeast, Purdue, and Virginia WHPC chapters to engage in discussions about current challenges and opportunities for fostering a more diverse and inclusive WHPC community. Our panelists will provide an overview of their chapters’ community activities and offer insights into navigating hurdles and fostering professional growth within HPC.
The format for this event will be a brief presentation by the hosts followed by theme-focused breakout rooms where participants will be invited to share their experience and personal perspective.
Please join us for this critical dialogue!
Panelists:
- Heather Baier, Graduate Student – Arts & Sciences, William & Mary
- Krista Valladares, MSM, Associate Director of Technology Strategy and Planning – Harvard University
- Paula Sanematsu, Ph.D., Sr. Research Computing Facilitator – FAS Research Computing, Harvard University
- Kaylea Nelson, Ph.D., Director, Arts & Sciences Research Computing – Yale University
- Laura Theademan, Director, Center Operations and Visualization – Rosen Center for Advanced Computing, Purdue University
Discussion Topics:
- The role of mentors.
- Engaging allies.
- What topics/types of events are we covering (or want to cover) within our chapters?
- What gaps do you see in our programming or outreach efforts, and how can we fill them?
- What would you like to see from the WHPC chapters?
- Current challenges in gender diversity and inclusivity within HPC.
Code of conduct: We welcome and value the diverse perspectives and experiences of all participants, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for meaningful dialogue.
