Curious about computer science?
Curious about computer science?
CS KickStart is a week-long introduction to computer science for Michigan freshmen with little to no experience!
CS KickStart is a week-long introduction to computer science for Michigan freshmen with little to no experience!
Learn to Code
Learn to Code
Get hands-on programming experience with guidance from current students.
Get hands-on programming experience with guidance from current students.
Connect with Students
Connect with Students
Meet other students interested in the same fields you're considering.
Meet other students interested in the same fields you're considering.
Explore Careers
Explore Careers
Think software engineering is the only thing you can do with a CS degree? Think again!
Think software engineering is the only thing you can do with a CS degree? Think again!
2023 Organizers
2023 Organizers
Debby Chung
Debby Chung
she/her/hers
Debby will be a senior in the School of Information, majoring in user experience design and minoring in art and computer science. She's grateful to CS KickStart for providing her with a judgement-free community and some of her closest friends at U-Mich during COVID, and for providing so many great resources for CS KickStart alumni. Debby was not sure of what to pursue coming into college, and CS KickStart was the perfect program that introduced her to the field of tech. In her free time, she loves painting/drawing, trying new foods, and watching a good movie!
Debby will be a senior in the School of Information, majoring in user experience design and minoring in art and computer science. She's grateful to CS KickStart for providing her with a judgement-free community and some of her closest friends at U-Mich during COVID, and for providing so many great resources for CS KickStart alumni. Debby was not sure of what to pursue coming into college, and CS KickStart was the perfect program that introduced her to the field of tech. In her free time, she loves painting/drawing, trying new foods, and watching a good movie!
Julia Jun
Julia Jun
she/her/hers
Julia will be a senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in statistics and minoring in computer science. She is grateful to have been a part of the virtual program of CSK in 2020 as it introduced her to CS and allowed her to find a welcoming community where she can discover new interests and learn about the endless career opportunities in the tech industry. After her week of CS Kickstart, her curiosity about CS grew and motivated her to take EECS courses for the semesters to come. In her free time, Julia enjoys reading, hiking, and trying new cafes in Ann Arbor.
Julia will be a senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in statistics and minoring in computer science. She is grateful to have been a part of the virtual program of CSK in 2020 as it introduced her to CS and allowed her to find a welcoming community where she can discover new interests and learn about the endless career opportunities in the tech industry. After her week of CS Kickstart, her curiosity about CS grew and motivated her to take EECS courses for the semesters to come. In her free time, Julia enjoys reading, hiking, and trying new cafes in Ann Arbor.
Emily Abrams
Emily Abrams
she/her/hers
Emily will be a junior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. She is majoring in computer science after attending CS KickStart as a freshman. She really appreciated how CSK provided an opportunity to explore different career possibilities and to learn new skills in a welcoming and encouraging environment, and she had an amazing time getting to know future classmates and developing an interest in pursuing technology in her future. In her free time, Emily loves skiing, playing guitar, and exploring Ann Arbor!
Emily will be a junior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. She is majoring in computer science after attending CS KickStart as a freshman. She really appreciated how CSK provided an opportunity to explore different career possibilities and to learn new skills in a welcoming and encouraging environment, and she had an amazing time getting to know future classmates and developing an interest in pursuing technology in her future. In her free time, Emily loves skiing, playing guitar, and exploring Ann Arbor!
Abby Hart
Abby Hart
she/her/hers
Abby will be a junior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in computer science and minoring in user experience design. Before CS KickStart week, she was not considering majoring in anything remotely tech-related, but after the program she immediately changed her mind! Now, she feels a lot more confident in the classes and organizations she's involved with at school. Abby loves Pokémon, discovering new music, trying new restaurants in Ann Arbor, and playing the NYT mini crossword!
Abby will be a junior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in computer science and minoring in user experience design. Before CS KickStart week, she was not considering majoring in anything remotely tech-related, but after the program she immediately changed her mind! Now, she feels a lot more confident in the classes and organizations she's involved with at school. Abby loves Pokémon, discovering new music, trying new restaurants in Ann Arbor, and playing the NYT mini crossword!
Jessica Zhang
Jessica Zhang
she/her/hers
Jessica will be a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in computer science and minoring in user experience design and business. Before college, Jessica never had the opportunity to take computer science classes, but CSK offered her the perfect introduction. After camp week, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in tech, and excitedly walked into her first EECS course. In her free time, Jessica loves creating music with her friends, stargazing, and playing tennis!
Jessica will be a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in computer science and minoring in user experience design and business. Before college, Jessica never had the opportunity to take computer science classes, but CSK offered her the perfect introduction. After camp week, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in tech, and excitedly walked into her first EECS course. In her free time, Jessica loves creating music with her friends, stargazing, and playing tennis!
Maurice Tobiano
Maurice Tobiano
she/her/hers
Maurice will be a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and Arts, double majoring in history and FTVM, and double minoring in UX design and law and policy. Before CSK, Maurice had zero experience of interest in tech. However, CSK introduced Maurice to basic coding skills and a lovely array of career opportunities. She's enthralled to have a supportive community of #WomenInStem #slay. In her free time, Maurice loves binging movies, traveling, and playing Tetris!
Maurice will be a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and Arts, double majoring in history and FTVM, and double minoring in UX design and law and policy. Before CSK, Maurice had zero experience of interest in tech. However, CSK introduced Maurice to basic coding skills and a lovely array of career opportunities. She's enthralled to have a supportive community of #WomenInStem #slay. In her free time, Maurice loves binging movies, traveling, and playing Tetris!