Events

For the first time in Dalhousie’s history, the Women in Technology Society (WiTS) is hosting the Women’s Excellence Gala—a special evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women and non-binary individuals in tech and related fields. This landmark event brings together students, faculty, and industry professionals for a night of inspiration, recognition, and celebration. Be part of this exciting moment as we honor outstanding individuals, share inspiring stories, and celebrate success. Enjoy a delicious dinner, dance the night away, and explore innovative ideas that showcase talent and creativity. Date: March 6th, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Location: McInnes Room, Dalhousie Student Union Building Event Schedule: 5:00 PM – Doors Open & Pre-Event Social 6:00 PM – Opening Remarks & Celebratory Moments 6:30 PM – Awards & Recognition 7:00 PM – Dinner & Social 8:00 PM – Student Innovation and Idea Showcase 8:30 PM – Celebratory Moments & Closing Remarks 9:00 PM – DJ & Dance Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and fun! Get your ticket today and be part of history! By purchasing this ticket you agree to this terms and conditions: I understand that an image and/or voice recording has been made of me and I hereby give WiTS […]

Moving into UX leadership requires more than just great design skills — it’s about influence, relationships, and strategic thinking. In this talk, Angela Duggan will share her journey from an individual contributor to VP, including key actions that helped her grow her career. She explores common fears and imposter syndrome, offering strategies to overcome them. Angela will also share practical tips on preparing for leadership, building strong professional relationships, and leveraging mentorship to support career growth. This session offers real-world insights for anyone looking to take the next step in their UX career.  Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Expanding Your Influence: A UX Leader’s Journey with Angela Duggan 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:30 PM Doors close Speaker Bio Angela Duggan is a user experience expert with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Starting as a web developer, she quickly moved into UX, specializing in B2B applications across web, desktop, and mobile. As the VP of User Experience at BeyondTrust, Angela grew the UX team from 3 to 30, driving a shift from siloed product teams to a unified, research-driven design culture. Passionate about UX advocacy and leadership, Angela excels at building strong […]