In this episode of Discover Boston College, host George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Katherine Kelly ’26 and Christine Lee ’26, co-presidents of Women in Computer Science (WiCS), to explore how the organization supports, uplifts, and empowers women pursuing tech at BC. From mentorship pairings and course roundtables to alumni panels and cross-club collaborations, WiCS works to close representation gaps while helping students navigate the challenges of CS coursework and the tech job market. Katherine and Christine share their own journeys in computer science, offer advice for first- and second-year students entering the field, and highlight the power of community in shaping confidence and long-term success.
In this episode of Discover Boston College, host George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Katherine Kelly ’26 and Christine Lee ’26, co-presidents of Women in Computer Science (WiCS), to explore how the organization supports, uplifts, and empowers women pursuing tech at BC. From mentorship pairings and course roundtables to alumni panels and cross-club collaborations, WiCS works to close representation gaps while helping students navigate the challenges of CS coursework and the tech job market. Katherine and Christine share their own journeys in computer science, offer advice for first- and second-year students entering the field, and highlight the power of community in shaping confidence and long-term success.
0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ‘27.
0:18 | Introducing Katherine Kelly ’26 & Christine Lee ’26, Co-Presidents of Women in Computer Science.
0:50 | What is Women in Computer Science (WiCS) and who is it for?
1:37 | How WiCS addresses the representation gap in tech and brings alumni into the conversation.
2:45 | Biggest takeaways from leading WiCS: community, empowerment, and multiple paths in tech.
3:21 | Advice for first- and second-year students considering CS or adjacent fields.
4:27 | How to stay updated and get involved — Instagram, Linktree, MyBC, and mailing lists.
4:56 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!