DIGITAL- Dukes Inspiring Girls Into Technology Across Limits
Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 3:50 pm | Location: JMU's King Hall
Grades: 9th - 12th
Registration: FREE (Limited spots available. Registration required.)
Breakfast and lunch are included for free.
*Parent/guardian must come into the King Hall Atrium for both drop off and pick up unless the student has permission to drive themself. Parent/guardian must notify the Youth Programs Team in advance if their student will be driving themself (youthprograms@jmu.edu).*
Schedule:
9:00-9:40: Check In and Breakfast (King Hall Atrium)
9:40-9:45: Introduction from JMU CISE and Computer Science Department
9:45-10:10: Talk by Dr. Margaret Burnett
10:20 -11:10: Station 1: parallel workshops
11:20 -12:10: Station 2: parallel workshops
12:10-1:10: Student Panel & Luncheon — The Future: What Opportunities Do I Have in College? (King Hall 159)
1:20-2:10: Station 3: parallel workshops
2:20-3:20: Tech Gift Activity
3:25: Students Return to King 159
3:50: Call Students One by One as Parents Arrive
3:55 Check Out- Parents Pick Up Students
Tracks (Participants will chose one track during registration.):
Each track consists of three workshops (50 minutes each).
- Track 1 App Development: Goal: Build and deploy real-world applications across web, mobile, and data platforms.
- Track 2 Creative: Goal: Explore technology through a creative lens, combining programming, app design, and digital safety.
- Track 3 Programming: Goal: Develop core programming skills and apply them to web and data projects.
- Track 4 New Ideas: Goal: Investigate emerging technologies, such and AI and the ethical questions they raise.
- Track 5 CS Overview: Goal: Get a broad introduction to computer science, from coding basics to AI and security.
Tech Activity:
A pocket-sized computer that introduces you to the fundamentals of software and hardware interaction. In this hands-on session, you'll explore coding and electronics through fun projects, learning how to bring your ideas to life with this versatile device. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, these activities are perfect for anyone interested in the exciting world of technology!
