Upcoming Events

Check out latest events hosted by WIT! Visit our Facebook Page for more event information:  

https://www.facebook.com/witunimelb/

Monday 15th May 2023, 11:30am - 1:00pm

DataSips Coffee Catch up

Sip on some piping hot data-driven coffee ☕ with the coolest data science and hacking crews in unimelb! DSCubed and Women In Tech have joined forces to bring you an epic catch-up event, filled with inspiring conversations, fresh perspectives, and endless opportunities to level up your tech game. Let’s brew up some magic together! 🤝🔥
 

Time: 11:30 am – 1 pm
Date: Monday 15th May 2023
Location: St.Ali Coffee Cafe


Past Events

Monday 8th May 2023, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

WIT x MISC Hackathon

🫡 Ahoy there! Are you ready to set sail on a hacking adventure and defend your digital treasures from thieving pirates? Then join us for the WIT x MISC Hackathon, aka WISC Hackathon! 🤖 💻
 
In Week 10, we’re hosting a beginner-friendly Python coding and cybersecurity hackathon that’s guaranteed to test your mettle 🏴‍☠️ Whether you’re new to coding or infosec, this is your chance to hone your skills and unleash your potential 🌟
 
No crewmates allowed, this is a solo mission! You’ll need to use your own knowledge to safeguard your digital loot and emerge as the ultimate champion. Fear not, we’ll keep you fueled with delectable sushi 🍣, pizza 🍕, and some epic prizes 🏆 fit for true pirate royalty!
 
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by – sign up now and set sail towards glory on the high-tech seas! 💻🌊
 

Time: 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm
Date: 8th May 2023 (Monday)
Location: Kwong Lee Dow (Building 263), Room 419

Facebook Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/241809625069658/

Wednesday, 3rd May 2023, 7pm - 10pm

WIT x WISE x Robogals Trivia Night

👋 Hey there, trivia enthusiasts and tech lovers! 🤖🚀🧬
 
Are you ready for a night of brain-boosting fun? 🧠💪🏼 Join us for the WIT x WISE x Robogals Trivia Night, where we’ll be celebrating women in tech and science with a twist of friendly competition! 🎉💡
 
🤔 Think you’ve got what it takes to win? Are you a master of pop culture? A geography genius? A tech wizard? Prove it! 🤩 From trailblazing women in tech to mind-boggling discoveries, our trivia night has it all! 🎬🌎👩🏻‍💻
 
And with our diverse range of topics, you’re sure to learn something new while having a blast! 📖 🧠 So come prepared to dazzle us with your trivia prowess and maybe even pick up a few new fun facts along the way 🤓
 
And the best part? 🍪🥤 We’ll have free snacks and beverages to keep you fueled up throughout the night, so you can keep your focus on winning! 🏆
 
Bring your friends and join us for a night of fun, laughter, and competition! 🎊 See you there! 🤗
 

Time:  7pm – 9pm
Date: 3rd May 2023 (Wednesday)
Location: The Clyde

Facebook Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1347825515781201/

Saturday, 29th April 2023, 3:30pm - 6:30pm

WIT Networking High Tea

👩‍💼 Sip, chat and conquer at our Networking High Tea! ☕🍪
 
Join WIT for a scrumptious high tea affair and ignite your networking skills like never before 🤝
 
Indulge in delicious treats, cozy chats and bond over common interests with our amazing sponsors and fellow members 👥
 
With a guest panel in tow, get ready to gain valuable insights and elevate your career to new heights 🚀
 
Hurry and book your spot before it’s too late! 🎟️
 

Time: 3.30 pm – 6.30 pm
Date: Saturday, 29th April 2023
Location: Wayi Djerring – Us Together, Queen Victoria Women’s Centre (210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000)

Facebook Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/189278917297521/

Wednesday, 26th April 2023, 5pm - 7pm

WISC Pre-Hackathon Workshop

Are you looking to polish up your resume and to win prizes at a hackathon?
Then pause what you’re doing right now and register for our WIT x MISC Hackathon, also known as the WISC Hackathon. 🎉🎫
 
In week 9, WIT and MISC will be holding a beginner friendly python coding and cybersecurity hackathon open to all students who are just getting into coding and infosec! 👨‍💻👩‍💻📱
 
In preparation for the hackathon, in Week 8 we will be holding our WISC Pre-Hackathon Workshop, teaching you everything you need to know to ace your first hackathon! 👨‍💻👩‍🏫
 
Sushi, pizza, prizes and hacking! What more could you ask for 🍕 🍱 🏆 👩‍💻
 
So join us on Wednesday 26th April, 5pm at the Pre-Hackathon Workshop. We can’t wait to see you there 😊🥳
 
Keep an eye out for further details for the Week 9 WIT x WISC Hackathon! 👁
 

Time: 5pm – 7pm
Date: Wednesday, 26th April 2023
Location: Alan Gilbert – 120 (Theatre 4)

Facebook Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/180181084903251/

Wednesday, 19th April 2023, 2pm - 4pm

Deloitte X WIT - Ace Your Interview Workshop

👋 Want to nail your next interview like a pro? Say hello to the Deloitte x WIT: Ace your Interview Workshop! 🎉
 
Whether you’re graduating soon, preparing for summer internships, or just looking to brush up on your interview skills, this workshop is for you! 🎓
 
Join us for an interactive session with Deloitte and bid farewell to those pre-interview jitters! 💪 Our workshop is designed to equip you with everything you need to know to ace your next interview! 💼
 
Learn from experts on what makes a good interview, effective techniques to tackle hard interview questions, and how to make a lasting impression 🤝👩🏻‍💼 Engage with professionals, ask questions, and connect with like-minded individuals on the same journey as you 👥
 

Time: 2pm – 4pm
Date: Wednesday, 19th April 2023
Location: Room 103, Level 1, Alan Gilbert Building, Parkville Campus

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/727138155759457

Wednesday, 5th April 2023, 12pm - 2pm

Study with WIT

Having trouble motivating yourself to study? Want a chill place to study with friends 👩🏽‍💻👩🏼‍💻? WIT has got you covered, come Study with WIT and get those assignments finished✅ ✅
 
Feeling Stressed? Its time to snack + study!📚🤓🍫
See you there! 💙⚛️
 

Time: 12pm – 2pm
Date: Wednesday, 5th April 2023
Location: Student Precinct, PAR 189- G02 Activity Room

Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/895620001715945/

Wednesday 22nd March 2023, 4:30PM-6PM

Deloitte: The Vast World of Data Consulting

Solving real-world business problems is one of the most 🎉 rewarding 🎉 aspects of a Data Scientist’s career. Who better to tell you more about it than Deloitte?!

Come and meet professional consultants who use solutions that span across 🔥 Computer Vision, Data Engineering and Data Analytics and more 🔥 to solve real-world problems. Deloitte’s recruitment team will also share with you their recruitment process and how you can prepare yourself for it.

Time: 4:30pm – 6pm
Date: Wednesday, 22nd March 2023
Location: 461 Arts West North Wing

Tuesday 21st March 2023, 2PM-3:30PM

Macquarie x WIT Resume Re-work

Are you tired of sending out countless resumes and not getting any responses? 😔 Don’t give up just yet! WIT has got your back and we’re excited to bring you the ultimate resume re-work event! 🎉

Say goodbye to boring and generic resumes that get lost in the pile. 👋 Our friends from Macquarie are ready to deliver a game-changing workshop on how to create a killer resume that will leave a lasting impression on hiring managers. 💥 

👀 Have a current resume that needs some TLC? Bring it along and receive personalized feedback from our experts at Macquarie themselves. 💪 Whether you need some fine-tuning or a complete overhaul, they’ve got you covered! 🌟 

👉 Haven’t written a resume yet? No worries! Come along and learn the ropes from the best in the business 🤓 

So what are you waiting for? Don’t let this opportunity slip away and reserve your spot now! See you there! 🤗🤗

Time: 2pm – 3:30pm
Date: Tuesday, 21st March 2023
Location: Student Precinct (Building 189}, Activity Room G02)

EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING 6TH APRIL, 2022 TO 25TH MAY

WIT Study Sessions

Having trouble fixing the bugs🐞 in your code?
Want a chill place to study with friends and fellow coders👩🏽‍💻👩🏼‍💻?
If this is you, then come to our Study Sesh!!📚🤓
Come join us to create a fun, supportive and productive working space dedicated to STEM students every Wednesday 2pm-4pm at Melbourne Connect, Level 3, Room 3209 (the Manchester Room)🏢 or even on Zoom!💻
 
You must be a member to attend this event, so sign up here if you haven’t already ✍️: https://witmemberships.getqpay.com/
 
If you’re coming in-person, let us know by registering here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/…/wit-study-session…
No need to register if you’re joining on Zoom.
We hope to see you there! 💙⚛️
 

Time: 2:00PM-4:00PM AEST
Date: Wednesday, 6 April
Location: Melbourne Connect

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/9QBIgVqRH 

MONDAY 30TH MAY 2022, 1PM-2PM

SWOTCAKE - Free Cupcakes!

Feeling stressed? Eat cake! WIT is back with the perfect event to help you take a break from studies🥳! Come down to Alan Gilbert G20 NEXT Monday 30th May 1-2pm to hang out with us while enjoying some delicious cupcakes🧁🤩!

Time: 1:00PM-2:00PM AEST
Date: Monday, 30th May
Location: Alan Gilbert G20

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/2oJhVHy0f 

WEDNESDAY 13TH APRIL, 2022

Free Lunch with WIT on Campus

Join us for free Vietnamese lunch from Tia Con and meet some new friends! For members only so make sure to sign up!
 

Time: 12:00PM-2:00PM AEST
Date: Wednesday 13th April, 2022
Location: Old Arts Clocktower Lawn West (i.e. South Lawn)

Facebook event page: Coming soon

WEDNESDAY 13TH APRIL, 2022

Special General Meeting (SGM)

A special general meeting will be held so we can elect new members for the roles of Secretary, Media Officer, Events Liaison and Events Team Member. Please see our email yesterday for more information on the roles. Even if you aren’t interested in a role please attend to be involved in the voting! For more information about each of the available roles, see the following:

Secretary – Role description
Industry Liaison – Role description
Media Officer – Role description
Events Team Member – Role description

Elections will be held during the Special General Meeting, you can nominate yourself using this form: Committee Nomination Form

The agenda is here: WIT Special General Meeting 2022 Agenda

 

Time: 5:00PM – 6:00PM AEST
Date: Wednesday 13th April, 2022
Location: Zoom (here)

Facebook event page: Coming soon

MONDAY 7TH MARCH, 2022

Welcome Back Free Coffee for Tech Students with DSSS & HackMelbourne

Mark your calendars! Our first in-person event of the year in collaboration with Women In Tech & HackMelbourne.
 
Kickstart the semester by meeting some other cool like-minded people to connect with on campus. Who knows? They might be your next assignment lifesaver or next hackathon team member or even that special someone with p>0.05 😉
 
And did someone say free coffee? More reasons to swing by, even if that means skipping lectures/tutorials *cough*
 

Time: 11:30AM-12:30PM AEST
Date: Monday 7 March
Location: House of Cards Espresso, University of Melbourne

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/1rA6XsXlz 

FRIDAY 11TH MARCH, 2022

Spaghetti Bridge Building Competition with EWB, MUEEC, MESS, MUCSS and WISE

The event will run from 5-7:30pm on Friday 11th March, and is FULLY CATERED. Tickets are limited due to Unimelb COVID capacity limits (yes, we still have limits) so make sure to join quick!
 
So grab some friends or join individually and make some, and get ready to put your spaghetti engineering skills to the test!
 

Time: 2:00-7:00PM AEST
Date: Friday 11 March
Location: Infrastructure Eng Building C-428, University of Melbourne

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/17ud7rd39

TUESDAY 1ST MARCH, 2022

Summerfest Welcome Back Expo

Come along to Summerfest Clubs Expo in Week One and meet all the clubs, ask questions, sign up to become a member, win prizes, enjoy the freebies and make new friends!

Time: 2:00-5:00 PM AEST
Date: Tuesday 1 March
Location: South Lawn, University of Melbourne

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/1gUmqDNcE

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FRIDAY 24TH SEP - SUNDAY 26TH SEP, 2021

WIT Hackathon

Whether you’re a beginner or a master hacker, the WIT Hackathon is a chance for you to show off your finesse in programming, soft skills and other fields. It will be held online for 48 hours from Friday 24th September until Sunday 26th September, with the following prizes up for grabs for the winning teams:
🏅 1st place: $500 + a Google Mini per member
🥈 2nd place: $300
🥉 3rd place: $200
 
You’ll get the chance to meet other students, working in teams of 3-5 either formed by yourself or by us. There will also be workshops to power you through the weekend, with mentors from our sponsors at Google and Atlassian. Both current WIT members and other UniMelb students can participate in this experience.
 
To register for the Hackathon, go to: https://withackathon21.getqpay.com/
 

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM AEST
Date: Friday 24th September – Sunday 26th September
Location: Virtual

Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/4FdvZTn2C

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY STARTING WEEK 2, 2021

Fortnightly Study Sessions + Coding Help

Come study and mingle with other students, enjoy quiet study, or get coding support from student mentors.

Time: 12:00-2:00 PM AEST
Date: Friday 20 August, 3rd September, 17th September, 1st October, 15th October  
Location: Online (Zoom)

Facebook event page (+ Zoom link): https://fb.me/e/LLWeA3gJ 

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TUESDAY 20 AUG, 2021

Annual General Meeting

This is the chance to recap the year with us, nominate yourself for a committee position, vote on changes, and elect new committee members for 2021 – 2022!

Time: 5:30 – 7:00 PM AEST
Date: Friday 20 August (this Friday!)
Location: Online (Zoom)

Facebook event page (+ Zoom link): https://fb.me/e/2zJDCx3o

TUESDAY 24 AUG, 2021

Resume review & networking with Professional Australia​

Professional Australia is back to provide you with resume tips & tricks to help you better your CV

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM AEST
Date: Tuesday 26th August
Location: Online (Zoom)

Facebook event page (+ Zoom link): https://fb.me/e/ZW7lBXRO