Get Involved!
Looking to get more involved? There are many Rutgers Computer Science Clubs to choose from! Our clubs offer a platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals, fostering a sense of community and expanding your network. There are opportunities to participate in projects or hackathons that allow you a chance to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. Network with your peers and industry professionals, open doors to internships, job opportunities, and valuable mentorship. Join today!
The Undergraduate Student Alliance of Computer Scientists (USACS) is Rutgers’ premier student organization for every and any aspiring computer scientist! We host weekly workshops on topics not taught in class, mentorship services and programs, outreach opportunities to alumni and companies, diversity and community bonding events, and technical project building / open-source contributions. Lastly, we host weekly meetings to examine the state of Rutgers CS and discuss future events. We are here to serve and listen to your wants and needs! Come to a meeting to find out more about what we offer!
Rutgers Women in Computer Science (WiCS) provides a community in which women feel empowered to create with code. Our network connects female undergraduates to a social community, professional opportunities and each other. Throughout our mentorship program and community discussions, we are able to foster a sense of belonging and solidarity, creating a strong sisterhood for Rutgers women in tech. We encourage and promote educational and professional development through various networking events, tech talks and our alumni network.
Come out to our meetings every Wednesday from 8-9 PM at the CAVE! Subscribe to our mailing list to be updated on our meetings and events! If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at rutgerswics@gmail.com.
Rutgers Women in Computer Science (WiCS) Maintainer
Email Contact: rutgerswics@gmail.com, madhu.sivaraj@rutgers.edu
HackRU is a biannual, 24-hour hackathon at Rutgers University for students! Coders of all skill levels and age 18+ are invited to gain valuable hands-on experience, while learning from mentors and professionals in a collaborative environment. It’s completely free for all attendees, all you need is to register and bring your passion for creativity and coding! To learn more: info@hackru.org
Rutgers Security; Preparing Rutgers Students for careers, fostering security awareness, networking with professionals, and excelling in cyber competitions! Our Club meets in the CAVE (Hill 252 on Busch Campus) – 7PM every Tuesday. Learn more: linktr.ee/RUSecurity
The Creation of Games Society (COGS) is a project-based club focused on providing students with the skills necessary to learn and master game development skills in the modern industry. During our weekly meetings, members will have access to focus groups, mentors, and peers to help learn skills in creating their favorite video games. We also host social game nights to just sit back and play video games, and demo days to show off what we’ve made throughout the semester!
Rutgers Data Science Club; An organization for Rutgers students of all skill levels interested in Data Science! We meet every Wednesday 7-8pm Room BSC 120 BC To learn more visit us on Instagram @rutgersdatascience on or email us at rutgersdatascience@gmail.com
Rutgers Competitive Programming is a club that aims to form and train official Rutgers teams to programming competitions like the prestigious ACM-ICPC. In weekly meetings, we will teach you how to solve tough problems covering algorithmic and mathematical concepts like geometry, number theory, dynamic programming and graph/tree theory, to name a few. RUCP will stretch your problem solving skills, let you apply what you learn in class, and prepare you for coding interviews at the top tech companies!
For additional information: Please join our facebook group: https://tinyurl.com/rucp-fb
And our mailing list: https://tinyurl.com/yd92sqjm
RUMAD is the Mobile App Development Club at Rutgers. Our goal is to empower the Rutgers community through exploration and instruction of application development and design. Additionally we strive to position our members for success in their Software Engineering Careers.
Each year we mentor a group of students to start and finish projects consisting of iOS, Android, and Backend Development. By the end of the year members will have experience developing and shipping a complete project to the App Store, along with receiving direct mentorship and career advice from our senior members.