Association for Women in Computing
Appearance
Founded | 1978 |
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Focus | Women in Computing |
Area served | National |
Method | professional organization |
Website | www |
The Association for Women in Computing is a professional organization for women in computing. The society is a member of the Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP).[1]
Purpose
The purpose of AWC is to provide opportunities for professional growth through networking, continuing education, and mentoring.[1][2]
History
AWC was founded in 1978 as a non-profit organization, originally under the name National Association for Women in Computing.[3]
Chapters
AWC has chapters in:
See also
References
- ^ a b "Association for Women in Computing - Home". acw-hq.org. Retrieved 20 March 2016.
- ^ Gay, Martin K. (2000). Recent Advances and Issues in Computers. Oryx Press. p. 190. ISBN 1573562270.
- ^ Mardesich, Jodi (17 October 1994). "Networking Groups Strive to Put Women Back in the Loop". InfoWorld. Retrieved 18 April 2016.
External links
- Houston Chapter
- Association for Women in Computing - Montana State University
- Association for Women in Computing – Northern New Jersey Chapter
- Association for Women in Computing – Puget Sound Chapter
- Association for Women in Computing – Twin Cities Chapter