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Women+ in Technology

Women+ in Technology

Welcome to the Big Ten 91视频 Women+ in IT community!

The WIT peer group was created in 2018 and sponsored by BTAA CIOs to strengthen recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in IT across the Big Ten.

This diverse group has been created to expand connections to one another, and provide a place for respectful dialogue, timely questions, and broad sharing of best practices and insights.

This group is open to staff, researchers, faculty, and administrators at .


Nominate the Next BTAA WIT Co-Vice Chairs

We鈥檙e excited to announce that nominations are now open for the BTAA Women in Technology (WIT) 2025鈥�26 Co-Vice Chairs! This is a fantastic opportunity to grow as a leader, shape the future of BTAA WIT, and connect with peers across institutions.

馃ЛResponsibilities of Co-Vice Chairs

(Three-year commitment: Year 1 鈥� Co-Vice Chair, Year 2 鈥� Co-Chair, Year 3 鈥� Past Chair)

  • Attend monthly Executive and quarterly Steering Committee meetings
  • Preside over meetings in the absence of the Chairs
  • Represent the Chairs at external meetings when needed
  • Step into the Chair role if it becomes vacant
  • Collect and share meeting presentations and minutes
  • Participate in onboarding new Steering Committee members

鉁�Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have served at least one year as a BTAA WIT Steering Committee member. .
  • Must be employed by a BTAA university

馃摜Submit your nominations by Tuesday, July 15, using .

If you have questions or would like to learn more about the role, feel free to reach out to the BTAA WIT Executive Committee.

Local Women+ in Technology (WIT) Group Discussion & Support Session

馃搮 Date: Thursday, July 11, 2025
馃暃 Time: 9:00 AM PST / 11 AM CT/ 12:00 PM EST / (1 hour session)
馃搷 Location: Online 鈥�

Let鈥檚 Connect, Share, and Grow Together!

Are you part of a Local Women+ in Technology (WIT) group at your university, or thinking about starting one? Join us for a conversation with peers from across the Big Ten 91视频 (BTAA) to explore:

  • What active Local WIT groups look like on different campuses
  • How to start and grow a WIT group at your institution
  • Tips, tools, and ideas for running an impactful group

Everyone is welcome, whether you're just curious or already leading a group! 

 

Coffee Catch-ups

May 21, 2025 | 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. CT

Gen Z Perspectives on the Higher Ed IT Workplace
Facilitated by: Sam Colquitt, University of Michigan

Share and discuss perspectives and observations on how GenZ is experiencing the Higher Ed IT Workplace.

June 18, 2025 | 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. CT

Tech Tools, what are some lesser known tools that you have used?
Facilitated by: Laura Gordon, Rutgers University

Tools have changed often over time.  Have you found some great tools that you would like to share with everyone? 

July 16, 2025 | 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. CT

GenAI Can VS should. Eco impact!
Facilitated by: Sam Colquitt, University of Michigan

Dig deeper into the discussion started during the January Coffee Catch-up about GenAI and the ethical considerations of its use, focusing specifically on its environmental impact. 

August 20, 2025 | 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. CT

What are your favorite professional development tips and tools?
Facilitated by: Sarah Cross, Northwestern University

Join us for an engaging discussion where we share our favorite professional development tips and tools. Bring your questions and be ready to share your own experiences as we learn and grow together.