This schedule is outdated and refers to a past semester. Please check the latest schedule for current information.
Fall 2024
Welcome to the Association for Computing Machinery at UMass Lowell! Our mission is to explore the field of computer science and its subfields. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, join us as we learn together, work on hands-on activities, and connect with industry professionals.
📢 Announcements
Announcements will be posted here. Check back regularly for updates.
📆 Meeting Schedule
Events & Meeting Location: https://umasslowellclubs.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/acm/events
Meeting Time: Every meeting will be every other Wednesday from 6:30pm-7:30pm in DAN-321
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- 🟢 Meetings with confirmed speakers and topics
- 🟡 Meeting details TBD/not yet confirmed
- 🔴 Meetings not planned
- 🔵 Completed meetings
| Date | Week and Topic | Speaker | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔵 Sep 18th | Week 1: Welcome to ACM at UML | Club Leaders | Presentation Section: - Brief presentation on ACM at UML and introduction to who we are and what we do. |
| 🔵 Oct 2nd | Week 2: Python Workshop and Technical Interviewing | Charlie Norton, ACM Secretary Rohan Mallu, ACM President | Presentation Section: - A brief introduction to Python - Presentation on Technical Interviewing Hands-on Section: Coding the solutions to Leetcode problems using Python |
| 🔵 Oct 16th | Week 3: AI & ML Presentation | Sriram Krishnamoorthy | Presentation Section: Sriram Krishnamoorthy's graduate presentation on Machine Learning |
| 🔵 Oct 30th | Week 4: OvertheWire | Charlie Norton, ACM Secretary | Presentation Section: Platform for practicing cybersecurity skills |
| 🔵 Nov 13th | Week 5: Intro to LaTeX | Charlie Norton, ACM Secretary | Presentation Section: A typesetting system useful for academic papers. |
| 🔵 Nov 25th | Week 6: Learn About Natural Language Processing | Vijeta Deshpande, PhD Student | Presentation Section: Introduction to the math and algorithms behind natural language processing, a subfield of machine learning concerned with processing human speech. |
| 🔵 Dec 11th | Week 7: Movie Night | Club Leaders | Presentation Section: N/A |
(Note: The schedule is tentative and expected to change. The topics and descriptions for subsequent meetings will be updated as we progress through the semester.)
Getting Involved
If you're interested in getting involved with our club, the best way to start is by attending our regular club meetings. All organizational tasks, discussions, and work will be coordinated through our Discord server.
Feel free to reach out to our club leaders for more information. We look forward to seeing you!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
General
Q: Who can join the Association for Computing Machinery at UMass Lowell?
A: The club is open to all UMass Lowell students, faculty, and staff, regardless of their experience level with computer science.
Q: How do I join the club?
A: The best way to join is to attend our regular meetings. You can also join our Discord server for updates and discussions.
Meetings
Q: When and where are the meetings held?
A: The meeting schedule is outlined in the README. The location will be announced prior to each meeting.
Q: Can I attend meetings virtually?
A: Yes, you can! All our meetings are also accessible virtually via our Discord server.
Q: What if I miss a meeting?
A: Don't worry! Meeting materials and summaries will be uploaded to the respective week's folder in our GitHub repository.
Contact
Q: How can I contact the club leaders?
A: You can reach out to us via our Discord server or by sending an email to acm@outlook.com.
If you have a question that's not listed here, feel free to ask on our Discord server or reach out to the club leaders.