Written by Taneea S Agrawaal ACM-W would like to announce Dr. Shin Hwei Tan as this year’s recipient of the ACM-W Rising Star Award! The ACM-W Rising Star Award recognizes a woman whose early-career research has had a significant impact on the computing discipline. Dr. Tan is currently an Associate Professor at Concordia University, Montreal, […]

Written by Taneea S Agrawaal Marsha Chechik, Professor, Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto, has been named an ACM Fellow for her “foundational advances in formal reasoning for quality software development at scale.” This recognition—bestowed on fewer than 1 percent of ACM members—highlights her work at the intersection of formal methods and […]

Written By Asegul Hulus Avid readers, welcome to the vibrant city of Nairobi, Kenya! Join ACM-W’s global journey to East Africa this month, where we feature a chapter demonstrating remarkable resilience, vision, and dedication to advancing women in computing across the continent. With Audrey Mbogho at the helm, the Nairobi ACM-W Chapter is achieving great […]

Two Exciting Days of Innovation, Competition, and Mentorship By  the AUMC team Excitement filled the air as students and professionals gathered at Air University Multan Campus for the much-anticipated ACM-W Celebration 2025. Banners fluttered, and students hurried across the campus, setting up booths and preparing for what was promised to be an electrifying two-day event. […]

By Ashley Kline-Tozzi OCWiC ACM-W Vice President and 2025 Celebration Chair For twenty years, the Ohio Celebration of Women in Computing (OCWiC) – An ACM Celebration has been focused on inspiring women to expand their awareness of career possibilities and learning from women leaders in business, industry and academia. This year’s event took place February […]

Written by Taneea S Agrawaal and Adriana Wilde Professor Diane J. Cook, a Regents Professor at Washington State University, is a widely recognised computer scientist, who has most recently been named an ACM Fellow, an honour given to outstanding computing professionals who have made significant contributions to the field.  Diane’s contributions have focused on developing […]

ACM-W is excited to announce five new professional chapters across four continents, expanding its global reach from December 2024 to March 2025. These chapters showcase our continued commitment to supporting, celebrating, and advocating for women in the global computing field. Canberra ACM-W Chapter (Australia) – December 2024 The Canberra chapter, chaired by Shabnam Kasra, strengthens […]

As part of the ACM-W Above and Beyond Project, we are excited to feature Dr. Roghayeh Leila Barmaki, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the University of Delaware, where she directs the Human-Computer Interaction Lab. Her research makes significant contributions at the intersections of applied machine learning, multimodal human behavior […]

Written By Asegul Hulus Welcome, Avid Readers, to your stop at Dunedin Railway Station!  ACM-W Professional Chapters’ global journey brings you to the picturesque Dunedin, New Zealand, where we’ll highlight a chapter demonstrating the power of community, commitment, and innovative outreach to advance women in computing.  Thoughtful leadership, cultural inclusivity, and engaging programs within the […]

As part of the ACM-W Above and Beyond Project, we are excited to feature Dr Valeria Soto Mendoza, a dedicated professor, researcher, and mentor in the field of computing. Valeria has made significant contributions to data science, optimization, and interdisciplinary research, applying artificial intelligence to fields such as medicine, energy, and industry. Dr Valeria Soto […]

The ACM has named 55 members ACM Fellows for significant contributions to computing. The ACM Fellows program recognizes the top 1% of ACM Members for their outstanding accomplishments in computing and information technology and/or outstanding service to ACM and the larger computing community. The women recognised as Fellows this year include:

Written By Asegul Hulus Welcome back, Avid Readers! Hello again, everyone! Ace, your friendly tour guide, is back to continue our worldwide journey of ACM-W Professional Chapters. We’re off to the inspiring Mediterranean island of Cyprus today! The ACM-W Cyprus Chapter is reshaping the computing world through its commitment to innovation, inclusion, and empowering women. […]