Grace Hopper Infosession

Grace Hopper Infosession Leslie Hawthorn Outreach Manager [email_address] OSU Picture © Greg Keene

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World's largest conference for women in computing and technical disciplines
Co-founded by Dr. Anita Borg and Dr. Telle Whitney in 2004
GHC 2011 will be in Portland, OR November 9-12, 2011
http://gracehopper.org
What is the Grace Hopper Conference?

Variety of talks from subjects ranging to technical topics, career skill building, finding fulfilling employment, choosing a mentor, more
TONS of networking
Workshops, career fair, SIG lunches and events
What Happens at Grace Hopper?

Excellent content
Exposure to academic conferences
Opportunities to network and find internships, potential mentors & friends
Why Should You Go to Grace Hopper?

Registration fees ~$250
Registration opens June 1, 2011
Saving money
Room with a friend in Portland
Meals are provided at the conference
Carpool!
Grace Hopper on a Budget

The Anita Borg Institute funds ~300 attendees each year to attend GHC
Scholarships cover travel and lodging
We'll talk about how to apply in just a second …..
Grace Hopper Scholarships

Volunteer for 8 hours at the conference and receive free registration
Must attend mandatory training on November 9, 2011
Application to volunteer opens July 2011
Volunteering at GHC: Hoppers

Online application system
Don't worry, we have screenshots
500 word essay
Letter of support from faculty member to be uploaded by faculty
Resume
Entire application due May 16th
GHC Scholarships: How-To

Essay topic:
“ In 500 words or less, please tell us why you would like to attend the Grace Hopper Conference and how you plan to share your GHC experience with others (including your school community) after attending the conference.”
The Essay: Great Chance to Help Each Other

Ask a professor that knows your work well so the letter is strong
In person request is best
Include your essay if you can
Let them know instructions will arrive via email
Don't forget to follow up
Approaching Faculty for Letters

Start at http://bit.ly/GHCApp
You can save as draft any time
You can upload additional files to support your application
Scholarship Application How To

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Recommendations

Recommendations Continued

Entire application due May 16 th
Resume, essay, recommendations
If you don't receive a scholarship, apply as a Hopper
It's well worth the investment in your career to attend whether or not you receive funding!
Recap

Join the OSU Systers System
New student group to encourage women in STEM disciplines at OSU
Semi-regular meetings
Sign up for our mailing list http://bit.ly/OSUSysters
Another Important Bit

Any questions?
[email_address]
twitter.com/lhawthorn
Thank You!

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