Graduate Students pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Statistics, Information Science, and Data Science who identify as Black or Indigenous.
Diversity is loosely defined as being composed of different elements. As the diversity in computing continues to grow, it is the object of this program to ensure that individuals from these unique backgrounds feel included in the community. GURMC facilitates this objective by connecting existing students with the incoming class in Computer and Information Science over coffee and dinners. Additionally, the program is supported by faculty members from these backgrounds. These events become safe spaces to talk about problems that exist within the community as well as to disseminate tips and information that can help students be at peace as graduate students.
To build community, it is necessary to come together. As a group, we have diverse interests. Some of the projects below are a few programs within the community