AccessUR2PhD: Supporting Women and Gender Marginalized Students with Disabilities in Computing Research
Are you interested in a career in computing research?
AccessComputing is excited to have received funding from the Computing Research Association for AccessUR2PhD which aims to support women and gender-marginalized individuals with disabilities (WGMD) on the pathway from being an undergraduate researcher to earning a PhD in a computing field. Activities will include:
- Programs for students interested in research, and
- Developing and disseminating resources to support women and gender-marginalized individuals with disabilities and their mentors.
Between now and the end of 2025, AccessComputing will run focus groups, mentoring circles, and webinars on topics such as:
- Accommodations in research
- Managing a relationship with a research mentor
- Undergraduate research opportunities
- Graduate school applications
- Transitioning to Graduate School
Funding is also available to support students attending research conferences.
To get involved, students with disabilities can join the AccessComputing Team. Educators can join a Community of Practice to stay informed.
