Chapter Newsroom

News, Articles, and Student Highlights

This archive brings together noteworthy updates from the ACM Student Chapter, UPE, student interest groups, workshops, competitions, outreach events, alumni connections, and student-centered achievements.

Speaker Spotlight

GovState Alumnus Shares the Career Lessons Nobody Puts on the Degree Plan

GovState IT alumnus Jared Porzio returned to share practical lessons about building experience before graduation, documenting projects, strengthening technical fundamentals, using certifications strategically, and preparing for the realities of an entry-level IT career.

Speaker Spotlight

Jayla Johnson Returns to GovState with a Message: Build Your Experience Now

GovState IT alumna Jayla Johnson shared how personal projects, professional relationships, and a willingness to take initiative helped shape her path into project management, STEM education, and mentorship.

Chapter Impact

GovState ACM Student Chapter Marks a Strong First Year of Impact

The chapter hosted nine major events, welcomed 395 attendees, connected students with distinguished speakers and industry guests, and expanded hands-on learning, career pathways, and community outreach.

Student Achievement

Arianna McGhee Selected for Cyber Threat Intelligence Internship

Girls Who Code president Arianna McGhee has been selected to serve as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst Intern with the Cyber Security Forum Initiative during Fall 2026.

Event Recap

Future Technology Pathways Launches at Governors State University

Bloom High School students explored robotics, drones, 3D printing, digital design, and emerging technologies during the program’s opening campus experience.

Research Workshop

Write, Review, Revise Workshop Strengthens Student Scholarship

A four-week faculty-led workshop helped GovState students strengthen their scholarly reading, research writing, peer review, and revision skills.

Student Highlight

GovState Student Selected for WiCyS + ISC2 Cybersecurity Program

Read how Kayla Giordani is advancing her cybersecurity journey through a national WiCyS + ISC2 certification opportunity.

Technical Article

Understanding Why Documentation Matters in Technical Work

A practical reflection on why clear documentation helps students think like technicians, analysts, and future technology professionals.

Outreach

Future Tech Leaders Connects Students with Technology Pathways

See how GovState ACM + UPE student volunteers are supporting Bloom students through hands-on technology learning, mentoring, and career exploration.

Chapter News

Build & Boot Competition Brings Students Together for Hands-On Technical Practice

Students worked in teams to identify components, rebuild systems, troubleshoot errors, and demonstrate technical confidence under pressure.

Chapter News

Advancing Computing with a New Student Organization

Read how the Jaguars ACM Student Chapter is helping students build community, explore technology, and grow beyond the classroom.

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