October 8, Mann Library CALS Zone
In honor of Ada Lovelace Day, an international celebration of the contributions of self-identifying women in STEM, Mann Library is hosting a Wikipedia edit-a-thon, which will honor and highlight under-recognized women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and related fields. You can pitch in for just half an hour or the whole day, by writing an entry, adding a footnote, translating text, uploading images, or by looking up information for others.
We want to make Wikipedia a more inclusive space. While Wikipedia is the fifth most popular website in the world, reaching up to 32 million views a day, less than 18% of its English-language biographies are about women. No prior Wikipedia editing experience is necessary! Editing assistance will be provided as needed throughout the event for Wikipedia newcomers. Join the Wikipedia Dashboard to have your editing added to the event count. Learn more.