Events
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March 3 2025
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
When Robots Meet the Real World: Lessons Learned & What’s Next
Room A203
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February 28 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Design strategic career moves in the tech ecosystem
This workshop equips students with the skills to strategically design their careers, seize opportunities, and confidently navigate the job market from day one.
Room A203
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February 27 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
F305 –Distance Learning Room & Online
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February 27 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
How to Secure a FALA Grant Through Innovative Projects
Women in Tech Club hosts a session with Future Africa Leaders Foundation Ambassadors (FALA) on securing a FALA grant through innovative projects.
F305
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February 26 2025
9:00 AM ET
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Breaking Barriers through Technology Webinar: David Vernon
An African Perspective on Culturally Competent Social Robotics: Why DEI Matters in Human-Robot Interaction
Virtual
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February 24 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Keith Straughan
Navigating Newness: the Joys and Perils of the Entrepreneurial Journey
Room A203
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February 21 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Opportunities at CyLab-Africa
Hosted by the Software Engineering and Cybersecurity Club, this session explores opportunities at CyLab-Africa, highlights key projects, and introduces the global picoCTF cybersecurity challenge.
A203
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February 21 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Chessboard game with African Leadership University
CMU-Africa Chess Club hosts ALU Chess Club for a friendly match and networking session.
A203
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February 19 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Doug Weber (CMU-Pittsburgh)
Neurotechnology for Detecting and Amplifying Motor Function After Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury
Room A203
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February 19 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Engineering the Future of Healthcare:Technology, Equity, and Impact
Hosted by Ahmed Biyabani, the research seminar will feature the work of visiting doctoral candidate from the University of Cape Town, Prosper Magara.
Hybrid, A203 and virtual
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February 18 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Mini-Hackathon on Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI)
This interactive event is open to students, staff, and faculty from all disciplines interested in exploring new frontiers in technology and innovation.
A203
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February 17 2025
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Ph.D. Pathways & Research Insights with Paul Ozioma
The Research Club hosts Paul Ozioma, a Ph.D. candidate and CMU-Africa alumna, for an engaging session on navigating the transition to a Ph.D. program and exploring her cutting-edge research.
F305
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February 17 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Industry Innovation Lab: Investor Pitch Event
IIL hosts 42 Geeks for an investor pitch event, where top startups present bold ideas to a powerhouse group of investors.
Hybrid, A203 and virtual
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February 15 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
WiT Club: Africa's Talking Hackathon
The Women in Tech Club and Africa's Talking are hosting a one-day hackathon on digitizing government services using Africa's Talking API.
A203, F203, F205
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February 13 2025
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Ph.D. Application Series Part 1: Overview and preliminary steps for Ph.D. applications
Hosted by the Research Club, this session will cover key steps for Ph.D. applications, including essential documents, finding opportunities, and the application process.
F305
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February 12 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Room A203
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February 10 2025
8:00 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
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February 10 2025
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Engineering the Future of Healthcare: Technology, Equity, and Impact
The research seminar will feature the work of visiting doctoral candidates from the University of Cape Town, Abby Blocker and Prosper Magara
Hybrid, A203 and virtual
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February 7 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Technical Session: Rapid Embedded Systems Prototyping
A hands-on training led by a CMU-Africa student
TBA
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February 3 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Health Campaign Management Product Workshop
A workshop hosted by the Upanzi Network in collaboration with Catholic Relief Services and eGov Foundation
CMU-Africa, PEZ Building
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January 31 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Explore Quarks Group’s cutting-edge tech solutions, learn about summer 2025 internships, and network with industry experts in an engaging Q&A session
Room A203
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January 30 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Faculty Seminar: Effective Lectures
An event for faculty to learn techniques to make direct instruction more engaging
F305
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January 30 2025
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Tom Franke, Boehringer Ingelheim
"Data Management in Multinational Organizations in a Regulated Industry"
F305
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January 29 2025
5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Upanzi Network Webinar: Aristide Tanyi-Jong Akem (IMDEA Networks Institute Spain)
Topic: On-Device Machine Learning for Traffic Classification in Programmable Networks
Virtual
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January 29 2025
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
The new IIL cohort of entrepreneurs will be onboarded into the incubator.
IIL Hub
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January 28 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Faculty Dialogue: CMU-Africa - Developing African Solutions to Global Problems
This Carnegie Mellon University virtual series will feature CMU-Africa's Conrad Tucker, Moise Busogi, Edith Luhanga, and David Vernon.
Virtual
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January 27-30 2025
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Resource Center
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January 24 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Introduction to Software Quality Assurance
Join Jeffrey Gennari for an introduction to software QA, covering principles, tools, metrics, career prospects, and a student Q&A.
Room A203
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January 23 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
My Story Series: Lessons and Achievements with Samalie Piwan
A monthly series hosted by the Women in Tech club to celebrate women's achievements, foster learning and inspire.
Room A203
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January 23 2025
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
2025: How to Take Advantage of CMU Research Opportunities
Semester kick-off session hosted by the Research Club to inspire student engagement in research.
Room A203
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January 22 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Gender Equality Dialogues in Higher Education
This event provides a unique platform for engaging discussions on gender issues, fostering awareness, and encouraging meaningful dialogue on this important topic.
Room A203
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January 14 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
College of Engineering Staff Awards
Join the annual ceremony to celebrate excellence, service, and outstanding achievements—rally behind your department’s nominees and show your support!
Virtual
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December 16 2024
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Muhazi
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December 15 2024
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Fireside chat with Romain Murenzi
"The Importance of Investment in Science, Technology, and Innovation for Poverty Alleviation and Economic Growth"
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December 13 2024
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Social Affairs Ministry: Appreciation and Acknowledgment Week
A203
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December 7 2024
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Women in Tech Club: Experience AI Event
Inspiring 7-14 year-olds to explore STEM through hands-on coding activities
A203
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December 6 2024
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Four Points by Sheraton
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December 6 2024
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
"An Academic's Perspective on 6G Research"
A203
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December 4 2024
5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Upanzi Network Webinar: Emily Aiken
"Targeting Humanitarian Aid with Machine Learning and Digital Data"
Virtual
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December 2 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Swearing-In Ceremony of the Incoming Student Guild
Event to mark the start of the leadership journey of the newly elected Student Guild leaders
E101
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November 27 2024
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Rwanda Space Agency University Outreach Event
RSA will present Rwanda’s space initiatives and growing earth observation role, inspiring students to explore space and geospatial careers
CMU 2, PEZ Plenary Hall
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November 25 2024
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Research Talk: "Targeting humanitarian aid with machine learning and digital data"
A203
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November 22 2024
2:00 PM - 3:50 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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November 21 2024
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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November 21 2024
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Join the club for a workshop focused on building skills in machine learning and infrastructure.
A203
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November 21 2024
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM CAT
Virtual and in person at Al Akhawayn University
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November 21-22 2024
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Symposium on Cybersecurity and Digital Identity in Africa
This two-day event is focused on tackling cybersecurity challenges and exploring digital identity innovations across Africa.
Al Akhawayn University (Ifrane, Morocco)
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Nov 21, 2024-Jan 19 2025
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Southern Africa Digital ID Hackathon
Hosted by CMU-Africa’s Upanzi Network and Microsave Consulting (MSC), this regional hackathon presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital ID in Southern Africa.
Virtual
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Nov 21, 2024-Jan 26 2025
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Northern Africa Digital ID Hackathon
Hosted by CMU-Africa’s Upanzi Network and Microsave Consulting (MSC), this regional hackathon presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital ID in Northern Africa.
Virtual
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November 20 2024
10:00 AM - 12:45 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Global Entrepreneurship Week Event
A half-day event for students to explore entrepreneurship through a combination of keynote address, panel discussions, and a Jenga Hackathon pitch finale.
A203
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November 18 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Student Guild 2024: Election Results
The reveal of the results of the recent guild elections.
A203
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November 14 2024
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
F305
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November 14 2024
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Research Club: Faculty Insights on Research
Faculty panel discussion on research interests, current projects, and opportunities for student collaboration in summer 2025.
A203
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November 14 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
AI in Africa Workshop, 2024 ACM International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Finance
This is a virtual external event, open to all
Virtual
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November 13 2024
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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November 8 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Meet the aspiring future leaders and hear their vision for the next Student Guild
E101
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November 7 2024
5:30 PM - 6:25 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Women in Tech Club: African Women in AI - AI Bias
A discussion that will explore how AI bias impacts African women
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November 6 2024
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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November 5 2024
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Research Club: Mini Tutorial on LaTeX
A hands-on LaTeX tutorial open to all.
Hybrid, A203 and virtual
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November 4-6 2024
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
2024 Internet Measurement Conference Remote PoD
CMU-Africa is hosting the first African-IMC remote PoD to provide a low-cost method to expose the local community to top-tier research culture.
CMU-Africa 2, The Upanzi Network Lab
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October 31 2024
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Debate competition between CMU-Africa and ALU students
A203
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October 30 2024
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Mr. Arin Barkhordarian, Utility Perspectives of HVDC
Those interested in electrical engineering and advanced power systems will gain valuable knowledge about various engineering systems.
Hybrid
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October 30 2024
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Guest Lecture: Programmable Kernel Abstractions Wanted for Fun (Profit)
A203
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October 28 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Lead the Guild: Info Session for Aspiring Student Leaders
With guild elections approaching, the current leaders will outline key roles and share insights to aspiring student leaders and the community.
F205
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October 26 2024
2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
IEEE Extreme Programming Challenge
A global challenge in which teams of IEEE Student members compete in a 24-hour time span to solve a set of programming problems
Hybrid
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October 25 2024
2:00 PM - 3:40 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Software Engineering Club: Career Opportunities in Software Engineering
SEC will host CMU-Africa alumnus, Denis Niwemugisha, for a discussion on how to leverage opportunities in the market.
A203
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October 23 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
French Club: Ciné Mercredi: Movie Night
A screening of the French movie "Les Profs 2" with English subtitles
F309
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October 9 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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October 8 2024
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
F205 and virtual
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October 7 2024
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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October 4 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
TBA
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October 4 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
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October 3 2024
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
A203
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October 2 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
The Leadership Collective: Insights from Africa's Game Changers
A203
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October 2 2024
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CAT
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Upanzi Network Digital Experience Center Soft Launch
For CMU-Africa staff and faculty
CMU Building 2