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Aspirations in Computing – 2024 Award Recipients

The Central Connecticut Chapter was again proud to support the Aspirations in Computing Award Celebration on April 15, 2024 when 108 high school students and 4 educators were recognized and honored at The Travelers headquarters in Hartford.  The program included congratulatory messages from Connecticut's Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, the NCWIT professional staff, SIM President Rafi Khan, and Million Women Mentors Connecticut Leader Colleen Bielitz.  Tracey Cournoyer, Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Travelers Bond and Specialty Insurance and Heather Cavallaro, Vice President of Software Engineering at Travelers were the Keynote Speakers and their messages inspired both the students and their parents.  Congratulations to all of the 2024 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award recipients!  We are extremely proud of the 108 Connecticut high school students and 4 educators who were  recognized.   We can't wait to see what you can accomplish!




SIM 2024 Scholarship Recipient

Nihitha Guduru
Pathways Academy of Technology Design

Nihitha’s journey with technology began through her father, who introduced her to the exciting world of technology. Her interest grew and she decided that a STEM-focused high school would be best for her.  She is an active member of a FIRST Robotics team and developed her programming abilities through school classes and independent explorations.  Nihitha is a repeat recipient of the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award, which is sponsored in Connecticut by SIM Central Connecticut.  Nihitha will attend the University of Connecticut to study Molecular and Cell Biology.

Aiden Junod
Pathways Academy of Technology Design

Aiden has been interested in technology for almost as long as he can remember – before he could write or type! He was home-schooled in elementary and middle school and his free time during these years was focused on creating games and animations.  He enrolled at Pathways in 10th grade and his classes have developed his interest in software development and engineering. Aiden will attend the University of Connecticut to study Computer Science and Game Design.

SIM 2023 Scholarship Recipient

Amanda D'oleo
Great Path Academy
Amanda is a graduate of Great Path Academy and will attend the University of Connecticut with plans to major in Astronomy.  She achieved High Honors in each of her four years in high school and was the Salutatorian of the Class of 2023.  Amanda “… loves the STEM field and is very passionate about space and the stars.”

Rihana Foote
Sport and Medical Sciences Academy

Rihana is a graduate of Sport and Medical Sciences Academy and will attend the University of Connecticut to major in Chemical Engineering and Robotics. She achieved High Honors and is a member of the National Honor Society. She is interested in Robot Assisted Learning (RAL) to help children on the Autism Spectrum build communication, cognitive and behavioral skills.

Info-Tech Partnership and Membership Benefits

To provide additional resources for our members, we have formed a new Partnership with Info-Tech Research Group. Through this relationship, Info-Tech is offering our community complimentary access to specific research and services across a wide range of topics as an additional benefit to members across our community. Info-Tech Research Group produces unbiased and highly relevant research to help CIOs and IT leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. Partnering closely with your IT teams, they provide everything from actionable tools to analyst guidance.


SIM CT members now have access to the following:

  • Select Research Blueprints –Released Monthly
  • One Business Vision Diagnostic –Annually
  • Access to Info-Tech Webinars
  • Purchasing Incentives on Info-Tech Memberships

If you have not yet signed up for these benefits, explore these new complimentary resources for your team here.


Emerging Leader Development
Announcing SIM’s newest leadership development offering … the Emerging Leader Development (ELD) training program for first-time leaders in our Chapter members’ companies.  This new program is 100% online and 100% self-paced, providing a baseline foundation/orientation of leadership-related skills.  Learn more and register now at the ELD website!