Events
The Women in HPC (WHPC) program welcomes anyone with an interest in our program to attend one of our meetings. We will hold 2-3 events per semester as well as one each summer.
WHPC Upcoming Events:
WHPC Past Events:
Purdue’s WHPC to host a presentation by Ursula Papandrea
Purdue University's Women in High-Performance Computing (WHPC) chapter is set to host a presentation by Ursula Papandrea on Friday, March 28th, at 10 a.m. Papandrea is a world-renowned competitor, coach, instructor, and leader in the sport of Weightlifting. Her presentation, titled “Surviving the Weightlifting Androcracy,” will focus on her challenges and triumphs as a woman in a traditionally male-centric sport. This will be a virtual event. Please join WHPC for this presentation via the following link: Teams Meeting Link. You may also register in advance, here: REGISTER
Women in High-Performance Computing to host presentation by Donna Cumberland, former executive director of RCAC, on February 28 at 10 a.m.
Purdue’s chapter of Women in High-Performance Computing (WHPC) will host a presentation by Donna Cumberland, the former executive director of the Rosen Center for Advanced Computing, “From DOS to HPC: an unlikely journey” on Friday, February 28 at 10 a.m. The event will take place in the Envision Center, with an option to attend virtually as well. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
[RCAC Workshop] Fundamentals of Research Storage
The Fundamentals of Research Storage workshop is a 1-day training event that covers the full spectrum of research storage systems available to RCAC users. It starts with basic concepts and the various advantages and disadvantages of different storage technologies. We discuss each storage system and where it fits within the context of research use-cases. Finally, we cover the Globus transfer service and how to use it both online and from batch job scripts. Please express your intention to attend at this Registration Link
Purdue’s chapter of Women in High-Performance Computing (WHPC) group will host a virtual discussion on microaggressions on Friday, December 13 at 10 a.m
This informal discussion will allow participants to share their experiences and thoughts on microaggressions, as well as brainstorm strategies with others. Join us using the Teams link above! For more information about Purdue WHPC and this Friday's event, contact whpc@purdue.edu
RCAC Cyberinfrastructure Symposium
Join us on October 22, 2024, from 9 AM to 4 PM, in Fowler Hall for Purdue’s 3rd annual RCAC Cyberinfrastructure Symposium. This year’s event will spotlight the role of High-Performance Computing (HPC), AI, and semiconductors in scientific advancements. We're excited to highlight our keynote speaker: Michela Taufer, a renowned professor from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, who will share her insights on interdisciplinary HPC applications.
Speeding Up Your MATLAB Code
Register Here for this workshop. Are you interested in learning how to optimize your computations with MATLAB for faster performance? This course will teach you how to speed up your applications and scale them to clusters and clouds. You'll also learn best coding practices for optimized performance, including code generation.
Building and Maintaining Supportive Communities for Women in High Performance Computing
Join us for a first of its kind Women in High Performance Computing (WHPC) event, co-hosted by the Northeast, Purdue, and Virginia WHPC chapters to engage in discussions about current challenges and opportunities for fostering a more diverse and inclusive WHPC community.
Purdue WHPC networking event to be held Aug. 27
Purdue’s chapter of Women in High-Performance Computing (WHPC) will host a networking event on Aug. 27 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Envision Center. This unique gathering is designed to empower, connect and inspire women in the HPC community. This event is an opportunity for professionals, academics and students to come together, share experiences and explore new collaborations in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Enriching Research Computing and Data (RCD) Careers: Opportunities, Trends, and Defining Job Families for Professional Advancement
Join us at 1 PM EST on July 16, 2024, for an enriching session with Dr. Scott Yockel, Harvard University’s Research Computing Officer. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading advocate of advancements in RCD professions.
Rebecca Sharples and Suzanna Gardner presenting: "A Woman of Color’s Transnational Lived Experiences through an Intersectional Feminist Lens: A Qualitative Narrative Inquiry"
Suzanna Gardner and Rebecca Sharples, both highly motivated women and staunch feminists, told the stories of their lives, their friendship, and the research journey into Suzanna's life they undertook during Rebecca's doctoral program. Link to Event: https://youtu.be/Co5FMuMfE-k
RCAC and Purdue Women in HPC assist with inaugural InnovateHer Hackathon
The Rosen Center for Advanced Computing (RCAC) and Purdue’s Women in High-Performance Computing (WHPC) group recently participated in the inaugural InnovateHer Hackathon, a weekend-long event at Purdue University aimed at fostering inclusivity in the field of technology.
Workshop: Beyond Bias, Understanding the Default Male on Gender Stereotypes in Society
Purdue’s Women in High Performance Computing (WHPC) chapter hosted a workshop exploring the groundbreaking research of Caroline Criado Perez and the topics of her award-winning book, Invisible Women.
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Contact Info
Questions? Contact our WHPC staff at whpcinfo@groups.purdue.edu for more information.