DigiGirlz Day
Microsoft is proud to offer technology programs that target youth. This one-day event, held at multiple Microsoft locations worldwide, is designed to provide high school girls with a better understanding of what a career in technology is all about.
About DigiGirlz Day
During the event, students interact with Microsoft employees and managers to gain exposure to careers in business and technology and to get an inside look at what it's like to work at Microsoft. This exciting event provides girls with career planning assistance, information about technology and business roles, thought-provoking exercises, and interesting Microsoft product demonstrations. By participating in the Microsoft DigiGirlz Day, young women can find out about the variety of opportunities available in the high-tech industry and can explore future career paths.
Find out how to register for a DigiGirlz Day
2008 Microsoft DigiGirlz Day Locations and Dates
Additional event information will be posted as it becomes available.
Location | Date | Contact Information |
Toronto, Canada | Wednesday, February 20, 2008 | |
Reston, VA | Friday, March 7, 2008 | |
Waltham, MA | Monday, March 10, 2008 | |
St. Louis, MO | Tuesday, March 11, 2008 | |
Iselin, NJ | Thursday, March 20, 2008 | |
Denver, CO | Monday, March 24, 2008 | |
Phoenix, AZ | Monday, March 24, 2008 | |
Irvine, CA | Monday, March 24, 2008 | |
Mountain View, CA | Tuesday, March 25, 2008 | |
Islandia, NY | Wednesday, March 26, 2008 | |
New York, NY | Thursday, March 27, 2008 | |
Farmington, CT | Friday, March 28, 2008 | Filled to Capacity |
Tampa, FL | Friday, March 28, 2008 | |
Irving, TX | Wednesday, April 2, 2008 | |
Houston, TX | Wednesday, April 16, 2008 | |
Bloomington, MN | Wednesday, April 16, 2008 | |
Pittsburgh, PA | Friday, April 25, 2008 | |
Hyderabad, India | July 2008 | tbd |
United Kingdom | Spring 2008 | tbd |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do girls register to attend a DigiGirlz Day?
A. Microsoft accepts high school girls on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration will open in January 2008.
| • | High schools can request to register girls for a DigiGirlz Day in their city by using the contact or registration information provided next to the city name in the list on this page. For general questions, contact msgirlz@microsoft.com. | |
| • | An individual girl who is currently in high school is welcome to register for a DigiGirlz Day in her area by using the contact information provided in the list on this page or by sending an e-mail message with her name, her city and state, and the name of her high school to msgirlz@microsoft.com. | |
| • | Release Forms. All students and parent/legal guardian (if under 18) must complete and sign a media release form in order to attend the DigiGirlz event. The form can be obtained by emailing the appropriate event location found above. |
Q. How much does the event cost?
A. There is no cost associated with this event. Microsoft provides the day free of charge for the girls who attend.
Q. How does Microsoft choose the girls who attend?
A. Microsoft accepts girls and schools on a first-come, first-served basis. Local high schools are encouraged to send in registration requests for their interested girls for this event as soon as possible.
Q. Is there a GPA requirement in order to be accepted to the DigiGirlz Day event?
A. No. There is not a GPA requirement.
Q. If a girl does not attend one of the targeted schools, can she still attend?
A. Yes. If the girl is currently in high school, she is welcome to send a request to attend a DigiGirlz Day in her area by using the contact information provided on this page or by sending an e-mail message with her name, her city and state, and the name of her high school to msgirlz@microsoft.com.
Q. Can teachers attend the event to better understand what their students are learning?
A. Yes. If teachers have students who will be attending the event, they are welcome and encouraged to attend the event. Teachers who attend can help encourage the girls to engage in technology programs throughout the school year. (Note: Microsoft is not able to offer continuing education credits for teachers who attend this event.)
Q. Is lunch provided, or should the girls bring money?
A. The event hours are different in each location, but if an event is held during a standard meal time, then a meal is provided free of charge for attendees. If you have special dietary needs or other special needs requests, please send an e-mail message to the contact listed for your event city.
Q. What should I do if I have questions that aren't answered here?
A. If you have any other questions about DigiGirlz Day, send an e-mail message to msgirlz@microsoft.com.
DigiGirlz Testimonials
Here is what a teacher who attended a DigiGirlz Day last year had to say about her experience:
“Thank you Microsoft for hosting the DigiGirlz Day! Technology is an integral part of today's education, and, of course, today's world. Kudos to Microsoft for giving young women an opportunity to explore the many options for their futures. The DigiGirlz Day event enabled our students to realize the value of their educational experience and technology. I was very impressed with the event and even more so with Microsoft's ability to support and drive diversity in the workplace. Thank you Microsoft for giving us an opportunity to participate in this great event!”
Grace Gabriele
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Sayreville, NJ
