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About YWiC

Who We Are

YWiC began at New Mexico State University (NMSU) to introduce middle and high school students to computer science in a hands-on, engaging way. Since its start in 2006, YWiC has expanded from summer camps into year-round programs, educator training, and tech-focused workshops.

Our goal is to help students build skills in coding, teamwork, and problem-solving through interactive activities and real-world applications. We aim to show that computer science is creative, fun, and accessible to anyone willing to explore it.

YWiC has worked with hundreds of students across New Mexico, many of whom have gone on to pursue computer science in college and beyond. By offering early exposure to technology and meaningful learning experiences, we are helping to prepare the next generation of thinkers, builders, and leaders in computing and AI. 

Annual Summer Camps

 

Every summer YWiC holds a summer camp for middle school and high school students to get hands-on experience with computer science, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Camp is open to the public and completely free for participants!

For more information

Click Here for Summer Camp page

Local STEM Nights

YWiC is heavily invested in the Las Cruces community and the surrounding areas, making sure to attend every STEM Night and Career Expo available. Introducing young minds to computer science through small robotics and problem solving activities!

Community Outreach Page

After School Workshops

YWiC gives back to the community with after school workshops held on the New Mexico State University campus. These workshops can range from elementary school to high school students and aim to give participants a dedicated time to explore a topic of computer science.

After School Programs Page

Research

  

YWiC's mission is to bridge the gaps in computer science. To track our progress in this endeavor interviews are conducted at summer camps in order to gauge the participants feelings about computer science and their likeliness to pursue a computer science degree.