Canadian Celebration of Women in Computing West (CAN-CWiC West)
Welcome to the Virtual Watch Party for the Annual Canadian Celebration of Women in Computing!
Taking place in Toronto, we’re thrilled to extend the festivities to Simon Fraser University in Vancouver on October 25th, offering an inclusive and engaging experience for students who are unable to attend the live event in Toronto.
Join us at Simon Fraser University as we celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women in computing, fostering a sense of community and inspiration. The virtual watch party provides an excellent opportunity for students to connect, share insights, and participate in discussions surrounding the exciting developments in the field. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to be part of a nationwide celebration right from the comfort of your campus. Mark your calendar, and let’s celebrate together in the spirit of empowerment and innovation! More information about the program will become available over the summer.
Program Schedule
| Time | Program Schedule |
|---|---|
| 3:00 – 3:15 pm | Welcome and Introduction |
| 3:15 – 4:15 pm | Keynote from CAN-CWiC in Toronto |
| 4:15 – 5:10 pm | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session |
| 5:10 – 6:00 pm | Poster Session & Industry Booths (Fortinet & EA) |
For more information contact admin@cscan-infocan.ca
Arefe Dalvandi
Software Development Manager
Amazon
Lisette Lockhart
Lead Machine Learning Developer
Circle Cardiovascular Imaging
Pantea Jabbari
Senior Engineering Manager
Elastic
Marjan Roohipour
Senior Data Scientist
Infoblox
Ouldooz Karimi
Panel Moderator
Lecturer (SFU)
| Name | Poster Subject |
|---|---|
| Jialin Song | Data-Efficient Operator Learning via Unsupervised Pretraining and In-Context Learning |
| Nazanin Yousefian | Graph Query Optimization Using Normalized E-Graphs |
| Bhakti Bhanushali | Multimedia Reconstruction for Low-Bandwidth Remote Immersive Extended Reality |
| Saarang Anand | Adaptive Real-Time Optimization of Haptic Feedback for Remote Augmented Reality Experiences under Fluctuating Network Conditions |
| Miloni Khunt | Redefining Network Design by Placing Human Needs at the Center |
| Ayana Hussain | Predictive Edge-Assisted Low-Cost Augmented Reality (AR) Tool for Learning Minimally Invasive Suturing |
Organizing Team
Emily Qin
Emily is a second year student in Computing Science, aiming to minor in business. Her leadership roles include Mentorship Coordinator for WiCS and Events Director of the CSSS. She was inspired to run for these positions due to the powerful and supportive women in the SFU computing community, so, she is incredibly excited to volunteer for the 2024 CAN-CWIC West Watch, and promote the celebration of women and non-binary folks in technology!
Isabelle Kwan
Isabelle is a third-year computing science student at SFU. She is currently the president of the Computing Science Student Society (CSSS) and a Women in Computing Science (WiCS) Mentor. She is ecstatic to be assisting in organizing this year's iteration of CAN-CWIC alongside many other inspiring women. Through CAN-CWIC, she hopes to connect with other women in technology and raise awareness about the amazing things they have brought to our communities.
Mantaj Dhillon
Mantaj is a Computing Science student studying at Simon Fraser University. She is excited about bringing CAN-CWIC to the West and is looking forward to being a leader in making tech more inclusive! In her time away from tech, Mantaj enjoys getting outdoors and trying new things with those around her!