Who we are!

About SWiCS

The Society of Women in Computer Science is led by a team of 5 members, our advisor, Lisa Dion, and our amazing members. Read more about them here!

Our 2022-2023 officers

Maya Griffith, 2024

President

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Maya Griffith (she/her) is a third year Computer Science major, with a minor in math. Outside of SWiCS, Maya works at the CEMS Stuent Services office and is a TA for Python and Data Structures. She is originally from Harrington Park, New Jersey. She also is a ballerina and yoga enthusiast, and is currently spending her summer working as a teaching assistant for web development classes aimed to get high school girls involved in Computer Science!

Anja Samsom, 2024

Vice President

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Anja Samsom (she/her) is a junior majoring in Computer Science & Information Systems with a minor in Statistics. In addition to her work with SWiCS, Anja is also the social media manager and on the exceutive board for UVM TV, the co-leader of Twilight Book Club, an RA, AdvoCat, member of UVM's Tower Society, the highest university-wide honor society at UVM, and a computer science help hours TA. Anja enjoys spending her free time going on walks, having lunch with her friends, reading, and listening to music. She is originally from Montpelier, Vermont and is spending her summer working in a gelato shop, as a camp counselor, and a campaign manager for VT House.

Alyn Kirsch

Treasurer

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Corinna Plefka, 2024

Outreach Chair

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Alyssa Maguire

Secretary

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