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Newsletter week 2
by Kinga Mastej 06 May '22

06 May '22

Hi everyone! Hope you are doing well! The most beautiful and stressful term of the year is here, so it may be helpful to let yourself have a moment to relax. Please check the Ports and Policies event below if you feel like having a break and meeting CompSoc people:)) No more spam; see you there tomorrow! Best, *Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ EventsPorts and Policies <https://www.facebook.com/events/5361885690501531/?ref=newsfeed> 19:00-22.00, Saturday 7th April, Week 2, UGSA, Department of Computer Science Now that CompSoc has managed to return to the CS department, we would like to hold a networking event for our members. (Laptops are encouraged!) There will be free pizza! If you get to the department and can’t get in call 1865 20 02 22 ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 1
by Kinga Mastej 29 Apr '22

29 Apr '22

Welcome back to Oxford! We hope you all had a relaxing vacation, and are looking forward to the coming term. As the regulations have loosened, it is finally possible to go back to hosting in the CS department. Hope to see you there tomorrow on Board Game Night :) Have a good start to the term, *Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ EventsBoard games night <https://www.facebook.com/events/519804553196985/?ref=newsfeed> 19:00-22.00, Saturday 30 April, Week 1, UGSA, Department of Computer Science No theme for this one. Just bring your laptop if you want and recover from collections with some pizza. ------------------------------ Sponsor NoticesTPP Fantastic holiday entitlement, £200 birthday meal allowance and opportunities to travel internationally are just some of the great benefits offered by TPP! To read what it’s like to work at TPP and to see our full list of benefits, visit www.tpp-careers.com ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter - scholarship
by Kinga Mastej 08 Apr '22

08 Apr '22

Hi CompSoc! An uncommon thing to receive a newsletter in the middle of vac, but I write to share information about a Scholarship granted by the Oxford Careers Service. Please have a look and hopefully it will be of interest to some of you. Scholarship The Science to Data Science programme (S2DS) offers hands on commercial experience data science experience to augment our students’ research and technical skills. - Applications are invited from data literate Masters and DPhil candidates who already have considerable coding (Python) experience. - Applications close on 30th April for a late July start. Two other programmes run each year, across the October /November cusp, and again in March/April. - Pivigo provide one dedicated Oxford fellowship (full fee remission) for every programme, which has a separate application route. There are also partial scholarships available. - There is a one off £800 fee for others, payable when they take up their place – there are no other costs. https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/article/s2ds-data-science-programme : Programme and application details https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/article/s2ds-bootcamp-moving-from-academia-int… : Personal story is from Jasper Hajonides, an Oxford DPhil, outlining his transition via S2DS into a data science with dunhumbly S2DS provides a 5-week immersive data science programme. It works like a full-time RSC consulting project and offers high quality commercial experience, supplemented by lectures, expert team mentoring and access to a growing alumni body of S2DS alumni. *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 7
by Kinga Mastej 03 Mar '22

03 Mar '22

Hey everyone, Hope you are alright! Unfortunately, we are not holding any socials this week :( But mayby TPP’s graduate positions will be of interest to you, have a look! Best, Kinga and the rest of the committee ------------------------------ Sponsor NoticesTPP Graduate role TPP are currently looking for bright graduates to join our close-knit technical team, this diverse role will allow you to kick start your career in the tech industry. You will actively participate in the designing, maintaining and upgrading of services that are critical to the NHS and many healthcare organisations around the world. You will be working as a team to address the current challenges such as the rapid expansion of our mobile Apps and AI as we scale on an international level. You will also have the opportunity to travel internationally to scope out data centres, design and size new projects and join in on technical discussions at government level. If you enjoy solving technical problems, have an interest in technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment then this role is for you. Apply for the Graduate Technical Engineer role now via our website: https://tpp-careers.com/roles/graduatetechnicalengineer/ ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 5
by Kinga Mastej 17 Feb '22

17 Feb '22

Hi CompSoc! Hope that the 5th week blues aren’t hitting you too badly! The social for this week is ‘Compsoc does’ Junk Yard Golf! We are gonna play crazy golf in Westgate and then go for a meal afterwards, it should be lots of fun. If you’d like to come there’s a form to fill in as we need to know the numbers to make a booking. *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ Events‘CompSoc does’ Junk Yard Golf <https://www.facebook.com/events/328129252616640/?ref=newsfeed> 19:00, 19 February (Saturday Week 5), Westgate Shopping Centre, Castle Street, Oxford, OX1 1PB This weeks social will be a little different. We are going to Junk Yard Golf in Westgate and then having food at a restaurant afterwards. As we are going to have to book timeslots at the golf and probably book a table somewhere for food, I am going to have to put a cutoff on the sign up time for this event of Thursday evening. If you haven’t signed up by this time and want to come along you can contact Ewan the Social Secretary, but we can’t make any guarantees. Please fill out the form attached now if you would like to come play crazy golf with other compsoc members. https://forms.gle/NM4TBELRsQ4UMUNFA ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter update - TPP graduate opportunity
by Kinga Mastej 11 Feb '22

11 Feb '22

Hey everyone, I received information about this opportunity after preparing this week’s newsletter, hence the update. I hope that you find this interesting:)) Best, *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ Sponsor NoticesTPP TPP are holding logic & reasoning tests at the University of Oxford on 24th February and 25th March for a number of their graduate roles. TPP is a UK based IT company, dedicated to delivering world class healthcare software through their innovative products. They are currently hiring for several different graduate roles and for their 2022 summer intern programme. They’re looking for the brightest minds from the UK’s top universities who have a passion for problem solving. No experience is required and they accept applicants from all disciplines. If you are interested in applying, you can book into a slot that suits you. Please visit their website here: https://tpp-careers.com/ ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 4
by Kinga Mastej 11 Feb '22

11 Feb '22

Hey CompSoc, Hope everyone is having a great 4th week! Our next social event this term is Core Wars - more details below and see you there soon! If you aren’t already on the CompSoc Discord, you can join it here <https://discord.gg/RhvsMSn> to take part in social events and keep in touch with other members. *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ EventsCore Wars <https://www.facebook.com/events/459731882566221?active_tab=about> 18:00, <abbr title=“12 February”>Saturday, Week 4</abbr>, St Margaret’s Institute 30 Polstead Rd, Oxford OX2 6TN Have you ever dreamed of writing a program to battle it out against other people for control of a section of memory? Well here is your chance. Welcome to Core Wars! Please bring Laptop in order to participate Here are some links to resources to learn about Core Wars if you haven’t come across it before: http://vyznev.net/corewar/guide.html https://www.corewar.io/ https://sourceforge.net/projects/corewar/files/ ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 3 - attachment
by Kinga Mastej 04 Feb '22

04 Feb '22

The Oxford Hack's mascot is so cute it deserves its own email :)) Best, Kinga

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Newsletter week 3
by Kinga Mastej 04 Feb '22

04 Feb '22

Hi CompSoc! Hope that the third week is going smoothly for you! We are more than happy to announce registration for Oxford Hack 2022 - the official Oxford hackathon featuring most intellectually rewarding projects (and amazing graphics!- check the attachment). Unfortunately, the CompSoc quiz social, that was supposed to be this Saturday, has been cancelled. Hopefully, the socials will continue next week according to the Term Card. All the best, *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ Events Oxford Hack 2022 Deadline for registration: 19th February Oxford Hack is the official Oxford student Hackathon, where over 300 people gather every year to collaborate, innovate, learn and experiment while creating a project from scratch in 24 hours. We give you all the resources you need, from hardware and APIs to workshops, sponsors and volunteers who can help you with whatever questions you might have. In a few words, you attend to have fun, learn things you didn’t even know existed and see your ideas come to life. This year we are back IN-PERSON - for more information about what is going to change, check out the Event section or the FAQs. Project topics: - Hack the hackers’ hack - Hack for better infrastructure - Hack for a new web - Hack to reduce inequality - What the hack?! - Most stylish hack Full information: https://oxfordhack22.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR1FIyuafJ7_tKrK_KeMEWNwevjeEJfyjVXLQr… Register here! (before February 19th): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWzrfi-6k33l3q3rQhzgQDbxIb25ps2Ud… ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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Newsletter week 2
by Kinga Mastej 27 Jan '22

27 Jan '22

Hi CompSoc! Hope you are all doing well! In lack of other notices this week, we are happy to concentrate on the fun stuff i.e. the Movie Night with CompSoc at St. Margaret’s Institute. See you there soon! *- Kinga and the rest of the committee* ------------------------------ EventsMovie Night <https://www.facebook.com/events/622951158814521/?ref=newsfeed> 19:00, <abbr title=“29 January”>Saturday, Week 2</abbr>, St Margaret’s Institute 30 Polstead Rd, Oxford OX2 6TN Come and meet the society, learn about what’s on this term, and eat free pizza. This event is open to non-members, but you can purchase lifetime membership on the day. ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net/> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/.

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