The NCWIT Academic Alliance brings together nearly 600 distinguished representatives from academic computing programs at more than 250 colleges and universities across the country, spanning research universities, community colleges, women's colleges, and minority-serving institutions. Charged with implementing institutional change in higher education, the Academic Alliance provides feedback on NCWIT programs, contributes and adopts effective practices, and serves as a national agent of change. It meets several times per year to compare approaches and provide guidance and mutual support. Membership in the AA is free for participating academic institutions. See the full list of members here.

Academic Alliance member benefits include:

• Access to leading-edge best practices for recruiting and retaining women
• Opportunities to attend workshops and compare practices with other institutions
• Ability to apply for funding opportunities and to advertise their departments and announcements
• Participation in NCWIT marketing and branding campaigns

For more information concerning membership, view the AA bylaws, fill out this form, or contact the AA project manager, Kim Kalahar, or one of the AA Co-chairs:

• Christine Alvarado (University of California - San Diego)
• Charlie McDowell (University of California - Santa Cruz)
• Margaret Burnett (Oregon State University)