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ACM Chapter Member News | December 2025

Welcome to the December 2025 edition of the ACM Chapter Member News.

Chapters are the "local neighborhoods" of ACM. Our Professional and Student chapters worldwide serve as nodes of activity for ACM members and the computing community at large, offering seminars, lectures, and the opportunity to meet peers and experts in many fields of interest. With over 900 active chapters worldwide, we would like to take the time now to connect with all of you and bring you a few ACM Highlights.

HEADLINES AT A GLANCE:

• ACM Chapter News

• Chapter Spotlight

• Welcome to Our Newest Chapters

• Why join ACM?

 

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ACM Chapter News

ACM UPE Scholarship Winners

In the search for excellence and professional commitment to the computing and information technology fields, The Executive Council of Upsilon Pi Epsilon and the Association for Computing Machinery are proud to announce the 2025 ACM UPE Student Chapter Scholarship Award Winners.

Thank you to everyone who applied. Congratulations to the following winners:

• Everett Richards - San Diego State University
• Cayden Henderson - Texas Tech University
• Hridiza Roy - Rochester Institute of Technology
• Ilmay Tas - Bilkent University
• Keira Stewart - Southeastern Louisiana University

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ACM Chapter Spotlight

ACM would like to congratulate chapters for organizing the following successful events. If your chapter would like to be featured in the chapter spotlight, please email [email protected] with a description of your recent event.

Bogota ACM SIGGRAPH Chapter
(Bogota, Colombia)

Over the past 16 years, Bogota ACM SIGGRAPH has grown to become one of the largest Computer Graphics events in Latin America, hosting over 185 speakers from top companies and attracting more than 13,000 professionals and students every year. During the past 15 years, we have worked alongside the Colombian Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications as part of a larger event named Colombia 4.0, and this year, for the first time, this event went on tour to 11 different regions within the Colombian territory, to bring the experience to a wider and more diverse audience.

This year we worked to create one of our most special events yet. It started for us in Tunja (department of Boyacá), on Sept 18th and 19th, then Barranquilla (Atlántico) on October 14th and 15th, and at last, we closed in our traditional location at Bogotá, on November 4th and 5th. In total, Colombia 4.0 had more than 2,340,000 attendees, between the conferences on site in the different cities, and the live stream viewers around the globe.

Our speakers share their stories through various individual talks on the main stage, highlighting what drives them in their work, and showcasing current or upcoming projects. Over the years, we've also hosted key panels with our speakers on relevant and thought-provoking topics like diversity and the importance of representation in the animation industry. Last November, our panel was on Diverse Gazes in the Animation Industry, Into the Future.

The amazing guests who graced our stage in 2025 included speakers from Netflix, Blender Studios, NASA, and Industrial Light & Magic. Portfolio review sessions for aspiring artists, and the meet and greet event also took place during these days. You can check our lineup, profiles, and agenda in more detail on our website: https://bogota.siggraph.org/en/.

Brazil ACM SIGCHI Chapter
(Porto Alegre/RS, Brazil)

The workshop "HCI Research Methods in Focus: Perspectives and Strategies", presented on https://brchi.hosting.acm.org/brchisite/workshop-interact-2025/, took place on September 9, 2025, in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, during the INTERACT 2025 conference. It was a vibrant event that brought together young researchers and professionals from different countries for a full day of learning and collaboration. With inspiring lectures by Philippe Palanque and Adriana Vivacqua, participants explored fundamental methodologies in Human-Computer Interaction research in a dynamic and accessible way. The hands-on activities encouraged rich exchanges and allowed each participant to apply concepts directly to their own projects. The welcoming atmosphere strengthened ties between the Brazilian and international HCI communities, opening new opportunities for partnership. In addition, the mentoring sessions provided personalized guidance that enhanced participants' methodological clarity and confidence. The event also fostered greater community engagement, with some participants being invited to join BR-CHI initiatives. Overall, the workshop was a success, highlighting the value of spaces that promote learning, cooperation, and professional growth.

AISSMS IOIT ACM Student Chapter
(Pune, Indial)

The AISSMS IOIT ACM Student Chapter successfully organized a two-day Robotics Workshop on October 12 and 13, 2025, as part of TENET Techfiesta, the chapter's annual technical event. With 46 enthusiastic participants, the workshop delivered a hands-on introduction to robotics, covering fundamental electronics, H-bridge motor control, DPDT switching, and essential CAD design using Autodesk Fusion 360. Students designed their own robot chassis, completed digital assemblies, and later transitioned to building functional Robo-Soccer bots through guided mechanical assembly and soldering. The sessions emphasized real engineering workflows, allowing participants to experience the complete lifecycle of robot development from conceptual design to prototyping. Led by a mentor team that previously secured AIR-3 at DD National Robocon, the workshop offered valuable technical insights. A friendly mini-competition at the end enabled teams to test and refine their bots, fostering creativity and practical problem-solving. Overall, the event strengthened the chapter's commitment to experiential learning and helped students develop industry-relevant robotics skills.

University of San Diego ACM Student Chapter
(San Diego, USA)

ACM Chapter Tech Summit: Breaking into AI Industry modeled after the national ACM Tech Talks, is an event to spark conversation and curiosity around a certain topic, this year choosing AI. It's an opportunity for students to gain insights from entrepreneurial and industry professionals about how rapidly changing technology like AI is being used everyday in the workplace. Further, it's a chance to learn and apply newfound skills. It featured:

• Two Speaker Panels: One with AI company founders and another with industry professionals, to learn about their career journeys and lessons learned in this field.
• 2 Hands-on workshops: One for vibe-coding and another to use our sponsored AI product daisy.so, led by the daisy founder.
• Mini Hackathon: Teams of 4-5 students came together to build a creative tech solution in only 2 hours, building and testing new and practiced skills.
• Networking & Food: Time to connect with company professionals over lunch and dinner.

With over 60 student attendees, this event became USD's very first Hackathon and USD ACM Chapter's first ever event of its kind.

We hope to make this an annual event for years to come, providing more experience and opportunities to CS students at USD.

AITR ACM-W Student Chapter & AITR ACM Student Chapter
(Indore, India)

MindMorph was a Distinguished Speaker session organized by AITR ACM & ACM-W Chapters, featuring the esteemed ACM Distinguished Speaker, Dr. Mehdi Bahrami. Held at the Kamal Prabha Auditorium, the session welcomed 100+ enthusiastic participants. Dr. Bahrami provided insightful perspectives on Agentic AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), highlighting their practical impact and emerging significance in the AI landscape. Participants engaged in a hands-on AI-agent building activity, connecting conceptual understanding with real-world application. The interactive demonstrations and engaging Q&A fostered dynamic learning and sparked thoughtful discussion. The event received excellent feedback and stands among our most impactful and well-executed sessions.

Nazarbayev University ACM-W Student Chapter
(Astana, Kazakhstan)

On October 25, 2025, the Nazarbayev University ACM-W Student Chapter organized Women's Hack Day 2025 - the largest IT competition for women in Kazakhstan this fall. The event featured three intensive rounds: mathematics, competitive programming, and product design, offering participants a platform to demonstrate a wide range of technical and creative skills. Teams of 3-4 high school, college, and university women students were eligible to participate. Overall, 386 participants (107 teams) registered, and 289 participants (84 teams) from 7 cities across Kazakhstan successfully took part in the competition. Freedom Broker - a leading investment company and part of the international Freedom Holding Corp. - supported the initiative as the General Sponsor. The total prize fund was 1 275 000 KZT, with the top six teams receiving cash prizes and three additional teams awarded exclusive branded merchandise.

Women's Hack Day 2025 highlighted the growing role of young women in STEM across Kazakhstan, fostering collaboration, leadership, and innovation within the tech community.

Fremont ACM Chapter
(Fremont, USA)

The Fremont ACM Chapter hosted its Emerging Technologies Tech Talk on November 16, 2025, bringing together professionals from AI engineering, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and modern computing platforms. The event highlighted advancements in AI, quantum computing, blockchain, cloud native systems, and next generation architectures, offering attendees practical insights into how these technologies are transforming enterprise systems. Speakers from Microsoft, Netflix, Walmart, Palo Alto Networks, Adobe, and Vanguard presented real world case studies focused on system reliability, identity security, scalable data pipelines, and AI driven product innovation. Participants engaged in deep technical discussions and formed new professional connections across Silicon Valley's engineering community. The event received external media recognition through a feature published by the International Business Times, underscoring its impact and reach. The session reflects the chapter's commitment to fostering collaborative learning and supporting the professional growth of technologists in the region.

UDST ACM Student Chapter
(Doha, Qatar)

The UDST ACM Student Chapter organized "Gamify Our Student Chapter", a three-day event held from October 6-8, 2025, to introduce students to the power of gamification in various aspects highlighting its usability in chapter's student engagement. The event began with an interactive gamification workshop delivered by Dr. Seifeddine Bouallegue, followed by team formation, mentorship sessions and building sessions. A total of 88 students registered, with 34 active participants forming 10 interdisciplinary teams that worked on creating gamified websites to enhance chapter engagement. Participants showcased their projects to a judging panel composed of faculty from multiple departments in UDST Collage of CCIT, using a structured 100-point rubric evaluating creativity, functionality, and scalability. The event strengthened teamwork, leadership, and technical skills while producing reusable materials and a prototype for chapter's gamified website. Overall, the initiative successfully increased student participation and set a strong foundation for expanding gamified learning experiences within the chapter.

UCSC ACM Student Chapter
(Colombo, Sri Lanka)

The ACM Student Chapter of UCSC successfully hosted Brave Conversations Colombo 2025 on November 11, 2025, marking the first Brave Conversations event held in Sri Lanka. The program was facilitated by Anni Rowland Campbell, Director of Intersticia, with the support of Dr. Oshani Seneviratne, Deputy Director of the Web Science Trust Network Labs, and Fernando Spadea, a PhD student at RPI. The event brought together students, academics, and technology enthusiasts for an engaging exploration of how humanity, ethics, and emerging technologies shape each other. Through interactive activities including a real time cyber stalking activity and a scenario based case study, participants were encouraged to think critically about digital rights, power structures, and responsible innovation. The session created a safe and inclusive space where diverse perspectives were openly shared and discussed. Attendees noted that the experience broadened their understanding of the societal implications of technology and the importance of ethical decision making in computing. Overall, Brave Conversations Colombo 2025 supported our chapter's mission to encourage reflective dialogue and human centered thinking within the tech community.

University of Zurich ACM-W Student Chapter
(Zurich, Switzerland)

University of Zurich ACM-W Student Chapter, Women in Informatics Network Zurich (WINZ), hosted its first major event, the Women in Tech panel, on Friday, November 28th. The panel brought together five inspiring speakers from both academia and industry: Prof. Dr. April Wang (ETH Zurich, Peach Lab), Prof. Dr. Giorgia Ramponi (UZH, ALPI Lab), Dr. Elena Arcari (Senior Data Scientist, BCGX), Dr. Laura Manduchi (Research Scientist, Apple), and Dr. Anastasia Makarova (Research Engineer, Google DeepMind).

Throughout the session, the panelists shared candid insights into their career journeys, discussing the challenges they faced, the mentors who shaped their paths, and the importance of community in navigating the tech world. The conversation highlighted both structural barriers and opportunities, emphasizing how inclusive environments and supportive networks can empower women at every stage, from early education to advanced research.

Students who participated engaged with thoughtful questions, sparking meaningful dialogue about representation and leadership in a male-dominated industry. The event marked an important step in building a strong and connected community for women in tech at UZH and beyond. More information about the event is available on the WINZ website.

Virginia State University ACM Student Chapter
(Petersburg, USA)

The VSU x Adobe "Your Path to an Internship" event, held on Monday, November 10th, was a highly impactful professional development session for our Computer Science students. An Adobe representative provided valuable insight into the internship recruitment process, expectations for software engineering roles, and strategies to strengthen resumes and technical portfolios. Students were able to engage directly with industry professionals, asking questions about interview preparation, project experience, and how to stand out among competitive applicants.

The atmosphere was welcoming and supportive, with food and giveaways provided to encourage participation and build community. Overall, the event offered students actionable career guidance, meaningful networking opportunities, and a stronger understanding of what it takes to succeed in the tech industry. The collaboration also helped deepen the relationship between VSU and Adobe, setting the stage for future events and internship pathways.

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Welcome to Our Newest Chapters

• AIKTC ACM Student Chapter - New Panvel, India (Student)
• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Nagercoil ACM Student Chapter - Nagercoil, India (Student)
• APEC ACM-W Student Chapter - Chengalpat, India (Student)
• Ashland University ACM-W Student Chapter - Ashland, USA (Student)
• ASIET ACM Student Chapter - Ernakulam, India (Student)
• AUEB ACM Student Chapter - Athens, Greece (Student)
• AURAK ACM Student Chapter - Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (Student)
• Beijing Jiaotong University ACM Student Chapter - Beijing, China (Student)
• Bluffdale ACM Chapter - Bluffdale, USA (Professional)
• CCP ACM Student Chapter - Philadelphia, USA (Student)
• CU Jammu ACM Student Chapter - Samba, India (Student)
• Cyprus ACM SIGCHI Chapter - Nicosia, Cyprus (Professional)
• Delft ACM-W Chapter - Delfgauw, Netherlands (Professional)
• DigiPen ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter - Redmond, USA (Student)
• Dnyaan Prasad Global University ACM Student Chapter - Pune, India (Student)
• Dr NGPASC ACM Student Chapter - Coimbatore, India (Student)
• DTU ACM Student Chapter - New Delhi, India (Student)
• El Camino ACM Student Chapter - Torrance, USA (Student)
• Farmingdale ACM-W Chapter - Farmingdale, USA (Professional)
• Georgia State University ACM-W Student Chapter - Atlanta, USA (Student)
• GHRCE ACM Student Chapter - Nagpur, India (Student)
• GLS ACM Student Chapter - Ahmedabad, India (Student)
• GNIT Kolkata ACM Student Chapter - Kolkata, India (Student)
• Governors State University ACM Student Chapter - University Park, USA (Student)
• Grambling State University ACM Student Chapter - Grambling, USA (Student)
• Health Informatics Knowledge Management ACM Chapter - Ballarat, Australia (Professional)
• IIIT Pune ACM SIGCHI Student Chapter - Pune, India (Student)
• IILM Greater Noida ACM Student Chapter - Greater Noida, India (Student)
• IISU ACM-W Student Chapter - Jaipur, India (Student)
• Illinois Institute of Technology ACM Student Chapter - Chicago, USA (Student)
• JECRC College Jaipur ACM Student Chapter - Jaipur, India (Student)
• JIS University ACM Student Chapter - Kolkata, India (Student)
• Kansas State University ACM-W Student Chapter - Manhattan, USA (Student)
• KITS ACM Student Chapter - Guntur, India (Student)
• Koc University ACM SIGACT Student Chapter - Sarıyer, Turkiye (Student)
• Koc University ACM SIGCHI Student Chapter - Istanbul, Turkiye (Student)
• KTU ACM Student Chapter - Trabzon, Turkiye (Student)
• Lahore Garrison University ACM Student Chapter - Lahore, Pakistan (Student)
• Lansing ACM-W Chapter - East Lansing, USA (Professional)
• LENDI ACM-W Student Chapter - Vizianagaram, India (Student)
• Longwood University ACM Student Chapter - Farmville, USA (Student)
• Manipal Dubai ACM Student Chapter - Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Student)
• MBZUAI ACM Student Chapter - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Student)
• Minnesota State Moorhead ACM Student Chapter - Moorhead, USA (Student)
• Mody University ACM-W Student Chapter - Sikar, India (Student)
• MPSTME ACM-W Student Chapter - Mumbai, India (Student)
• MPSTME Shirpur ACM Student Chapter - Shirpur, India (Student)
• MVPS's KBT ACM-W Student Chapter - Nashik, India (Student)
• NJCU ACM Student Chapter - Jersey City, USA (Student)
• NSS College of Engineering ACM Student Chapter - Palakkad, Kerala, India (Student)
• Oklahoma State University ACM Student Chapter - Stillwater, USA (Student)
• PCCOE ACM SIGAI Student Chapter - Pune, India (Student)
• PCE ACM-W Student Chapter - Nagpur, India (Student)
• Poornima College of Engineering, Jaipur ACM Student Chapter - Jaipur, India (Student)
• PSG iTech ACM Student Chapter - Coimbatore, India (Student)
• PSNACET ACM Student Chapter - Dindigul, India (Student)
• Rajkot ACM Chapter - Rajkot, India (Professional)
• Rayat Bahra University ACM Student Chapter - Mohali, India (Student)
• RCET UET ACM Student Chapter - Gujranwala, Pakistan (Student)
• RCET UET ACM-W Student Chapter - Gujranwala, Pakistan (Student)
• Saint Cloud State University ACM-W Student Chapter - Saint Cloud, USA (Student)
• Salim Habib University ACM Student Chapter - Karachi, Pakistan (Student)
• Santo Domingo ACM Chapter - Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (Professional)
• SIESGST ACM Student Chapter - Navi Mumbai, India (Student)
• Sinai University ACM Student Chapter - Arish, Egypt (Student)
• Singapore ACM SIGCHI Chapter - Singapore, Singapore (Professional)
• SISTC ACM Student Chapter - Melbourne, Australia (Student)
• SMVITM ACM Student Chapter - Udupi, India (Student)
• SRM University AP ACM Student Chapter - Amravati, India (Student)
• SVKM's NMIMS Indore ACM-W Student Chapter - Indore, India (Student)
• Tarleton State University ACM Student Chapter - Stephenville, USA (Student)
• Thammasat University ACM SIGHPC Student Chapter - Lampang, Thailand (Student)
• Turin ACM-W Chapter - Turin, Italy (Professional)
• University of Michigan-Flint ACM Student Chapter - Flint, USA (Student)
• University of Mississippi ACM Student Chapter - University, USA (Student)
• University of Utah ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter - Salt Lake City, USA (Student)
• University of Zurich ACM-W Student Chapter - Zurich, Switzerland (Student)
• UNLV ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter - Las Vegas, USA (Student)
• UTAS Sur Oman ACM Student Chapter - Sur, Oman (Student)

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