About Us & Frequently Asked Questions
What is CofC ACM?
The CofC ACM isn't just another computer club. It's a student chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery, the largest and most influential technology group in the world. The ACM helps fund and advance research in many areas of technology, including the development of research skills in undergraduate colleges and universities around the world.
Return to Top...Can I Join?
Unlike many other academic groups on campus, this is not limited to one major. We have many members from the Computer Science department, as expected. We also have members from Physics, Engineering and Mathematics, but we do not restrict membership to scientific fields. We gladly welcome those from Education because we discuss the applications of technology in the classroom. We would like to have students from the Arts because we enjoy discussions about the use of computers in both physical and virtual artwork. In fact, the only restriction for membership is that you must be a student at the College of Charleston with an interest in technology.
Return to Top...Where are the Meetings Held?
Meetings are held every Tuesday in the JCLong Building (on the corner of Liberty and St. Phillip) in room 220 (from the elevators, go left; room 220 is the last room on the right).
Return to Top...What Goes on in a Typical Meeting?
The most common element each meeting shares is free food and open discussion. Meetings typically open with a brief message from the chapter president who then introduces a guest speaker.
For an idea of speakers, discussed topics, and activities, take a look at our meeting archives.
Return to Top...What Are Other Ways to Get Involved?
There are many ways you can get involved in the CofC ACM. Here are some of the things you can get involved in:
- Attend our meetings
- LAN Party Planning
- Website work
- Programming Competitions
- Computer Literacy work
- High School Programming Competition Preparation
Be sure to view the upcoming events for more information on future opportunities to get involved.
Return to Top...More Information...
For more information regarding the ACM, check out the Official Website.
Or, for more information concerning Computer Science or College of Charleston, visit Computer Science @ CofC and CofC.edu respectively.
Feel free to contact us at acm@cofc.edu regarding any questions you may have.
Return to Top...Officers: Fall 2010
Club Advisor
Dr. Jim Bowring
President
Matthew Sapporito
Vice President
Mike Cole
Secretary
Josh Moore
Treasurer
Jeff Decker
SGA Representative
Randy Jimenez
Webmaster
Gini Harrison
Chapter Sponsors
