Department Student Event Schedule

The Department of Computer Science sponsors and organizes a number of outreach events, to generate an interest in Computer Science with elementary, high school, and university students, throughout the year. The Department would like to thank all of our partners and sponsors that have helped to make these events possible. For more information on how to attend or volunteer for any of these events,
please contact the Outreach Coordinator. Looking for University Student Events?

University Annual Student Events

Computer Science Career Fair

- February 9, 2010

Representatives from various IT companies are invited to meet with the students and give talks. It is a great opporunity for students to network and hand out resumes.

This event is organized by the CSSS. Find out more about the event here.

International Collegiate Programming Contest

- February 2010

The programming competition is an opportunity for programmers and problem solvers at all levels to come and test out their skills. Teams usually consist of 2 or 3 members - create a team on your own or come as an individual to be placed with a team. Levels of difficulty range from solving problems in pseudo-code (beginner) to advanced. All students, staff, and faculty are welcome!

Find out more about the International Collegiate Programming Contest.

Linux Bootcamp

September 12, 2009

To kick off a new academic year, the Computer Science Student Society(CSSS) organizes a Linux Bootcamp. The day starts with a beginner Linux session, followed by an intermediate and advanced session, and end with a short programming competition. Students will have an opportunity to meet with the new CSSS Execs, enjoy a pizza lunch, win prizes, tour the department and get their CSSS memberships.

More details are available here.

Local Fall ACM Programming Competition

- October 03, 2009

The programming competition is an opportunity for programmers and problem solvers at all levels to come and test out their skills. Teams usually consist of 2 or 3 members - create a team on your own or come as an individual to be placed with a team. Levels of difficulty range from solving problems in pseudo-code (beginner) to advanced. All students, staff, and faculty are welcome!

Find out more about the Local Fall ACM Programming Competition.

CSSS Ogranized Events

For a list of fun events organized by the CSSS, click here.

High School Annual Student Events

Experience US!

- October 15&16, 2009

This two-days event is intended to assist students in learning about disciplines that they may be interested in pursuing at the U of S. Students interested in Computer Science will learn what to expect from a degree in Computer Science at this interactive session. Check out demos and see the Computer Science facilities. Hear from presenters and participate in a workshop. Experience US! is coordinated with the U of S Student Enrolment Services Divison.

Find out more about Experience US.

Spotlight on Careers

- November 2009

This presentation, in coordination with high school Spotlight on Careers week, gives students as an overview of careers in Computer Science. Spotlight on Careers is coordinated with the U of S College of Arts & Science.

On Campus Day

- February 26, 2010

On Campus Day is a high school student's opportunity to experience "a day in the life of a Computer Science student." They will attend a mock lecture and learn about many of the exciting areas of Computer Science. They will also participate in a mock lab where they can gain some hands on experience. On Campus Day is coordinated with the U of S Student Enrolment Services Divison.

Find out more about On Campus Day.

Digitized Conference

- May 07, 2010

Digitized is a one-day career conference, held at the University of Saskatchewan, for Saskatchewan high school students that presents Innovations & Career Opportunities in I.T. (Information Technology). Digitized is coordinated with the Saskatoon Industry Education Council.

Find out more about Digitized.

Elementary School Annual Student Events

I.G.N.I.T.E. Summer Camp

- July 2010

IGNITE (IGNiting Interest in Technology and Engineering) is a 3-day Camp for Aboriginal youth. The youth will have an opportunity to gain hands-on learning experience in science and technology. IGNITE is coordinated with IBM Canada and the Saskatoon Indian & Métis Friendship Centre.