Curious about computer science?
CS KickStart is a week-long introduction to computer science for Michigan freshmen with little to no experience!
Get hands-on programming experience with guidance from current students.
Meet other students interested in the same fields you're considering.
Think software engineering is the only thing you can do with a CS degree? Think again!
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Maurice is a senior in the College of Literature, Science, and Arts, double majoring in History and FTVM, and double minoring in Law, Justice, & Social Change and User Experience Design. Maurice appreciates the introductory CS experience from CSK and believes that basic coding is useful for every professional field! She's enthralled to create a supportive community of #WomenInStem #yay. In her free time, Maurice loves binging movies, traveling, and playing Tetris.
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Jessica is a senior in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in Computer Science and minoring in 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 pickleball!
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Nisha is a junior in the College of Engineering, majoring in Computer Science. She has always had a passion for tech and how it can be used to solve issues in the world, especially related to environmental issues. She is excited to contribute to CSK's mission to empower women in STEM. When she's not studying, she enjoys painting portraits, playing piano, and dancing.
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Ava is a junior in the College of Engineering, majoring in Aerospace Engineering. Prior to CSK, she didn't have any coding experience, but the program gave her the confidence to take on EECS courses and projects with ease. Through CSK, Ava met an amazing group of motivated peers who have supported her and become some of her closest friends. In her free time, Ava loves reading, traveling, and building things.
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Ally is a sophomore in the College of Engineering, majoring in Biomedical Engineering and planning on minoring in Data Science. Ally believes that tech is extremely interdisciplinary, and that diverse interests can be integrated into both programming and tech at large. She believes that CSK is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity and had a lot of fun with her cohort. Outside of academics, Ally loves to play piano and listen to music in all genres and languages.
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Julia is a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in Chemistry and planning on minoring in Computer Science. Julia believes that experience in tech can be beneficial in every industry. She is excited to make camp week as fun and engaging as hers! In her free time, Julia enjoys playing tennis, drawing on her iPad, and posting food reviews!
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Dema is a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, majoring in Neuroscience with plans to double minor in Computer Science and French. Passionate about diversity in tech, she believes that CSK is a fun and engaging introduction to coding, and she truly enjoyed her camp week! In her free time, Dema loves attempting new recipes, traveling, and playing tennis!
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Ashni is a sophomore in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts, double majoring in Astrophysics and Math. Ashni believes that more women should be encouraged to join the tech field and have a supportive environment to explore it. She loved her camp week and can't wait to make it as enjoyable for the new campers! In her free time, Ashni loves solving puzzles, figure skating and dancing!
