Explore ACM

ACM at UCSD is one large community, but it is made up of several smaller communities focused on specific areas of technology.

Communities

ACM AI

Artificial Intelligence

Our goals are to help build a community of AI enthusiasts at UCSD and connect that community to the broader AI network.

We strive to keep AI fun and accessible to all. We want to help you navigate your path around the complex world of AI through workshops, fun hands on competitions, mentor-guided projects, networking events and more!

Join our Discord and sign up for an account on our website to get access to all the perks and be up to date on AI and the community!

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three people, one holding a massive water jug, hiking by the sea
a bunch of people sitting and smiling at a table
people masked outside the elevators at Nobel Drive Station

ACM Cyber

Cybersecurity

ACM Cyber aims to provide member-first opportunities to learn, teach, and practice critical cybersecurity skills to help the UCSD community thrive.

With over 700 members currently registered, we are one of the fastest growing organizations on campus. We host hands-on workshops, industry panels, competitive CTF training, and mentorship opportunities for our members. Our largest event of the year is San Diego CTF (Capture the Flag), a 48 hour jeopardy-style hacking game.

ACM Cyber Board stands in front of a UCSD kiosk set to display "Cyber"
members picking locks at Lockpicking 102
ACM Cyber president Nick helps members pick a lock
Cyber Members Playing Board Games

ACM Hack

Software Engineering

ACM Hack is a community centered around software engineering and exploring what is possible through code.

Our name comes from hackathons—events where software engineers write code to produce innovative projects. Our goal is to enable and prepare a community of software engineers to build new things and excel in industry. We do this through technical workshops on industry-relevant tools, bootcamps, and projects.

Join our Discord to engage with our community, and check out our website to learn more about us!

members locking in at a Hack workshop
members watch presentation at a Hack Event
ACM Hack president Nikhil helps someone at a Hack Event
members consider what their project responsibilities and technologies are at a Hack Event

ACM Design

UI/UX Design

ACM Design centers around UI/UX design and exploring what is possible through all parts of design like research, graphic, and product.

We uplift new designers and curious developers to learn how to think like a designer. As a growing community, we host events to teach designers to go from mapping out ideas to building innovative prototypes. We strive to allow designers to have better conversations with developers while making developers more conscious of design methods.

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Design presenter presenting
Design event wide shot
Example design project

Initiatives

ACM Bit–Byte

Big–Little Program

Join ACM’s Bit–Byte program that pairs students to make lifelong friendships! Our upperclassmen bigs (bytes) help their littles (bits) grow in their academic, social, and professional lives.

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VP Membership Tony presents tips for success for the bit byte program
members talk over some tapioca express "boba"
members at bit byte allocation

ACM Outreach

Community Outreach

Welcome to ACM Outreach at UCSD, where our mission is to ignite a passion for computing and STEM among K-12 students, with a special focus on those who are underrepresented in the computing community. Our goal is to empower students to explore the exciting world of computing by nurturing their curiosity and enthusiasm for technology. Join us in inspiring the next generation of innovators and problem solvers!

Boy Scouts and Outreach volunteers make diamond signs with their hands in front of the Warren Bear
Outreach volunteers help out Boy Scouts with their Scratch projects
a child studiously considers whether to leave Scratch with their project changes unsaved
Boy Scouts and Outreach volunteers share their favorite video games

ACM Projects

Quarterly Projects

Sign up to join a team in our quarter-long projects. Grow your skills in coding, design, or project management.

members check out projects at project showcase
a project team makes diamond signs with their hands at project showcase, celebrating the completion of their project over the course of a quarter
a team hangs out at a social to take a break from their project
a project team

SPACE

Career Fair

Through SPACE, students and recruiters can connect and interact with each other regarding professional opportunities such as internships, full or part-time positions, and student programs.

students talk to a company at SPACE
students talk to a recruiter at SPACE
LPL financial is hiring! recruiters give a thumbs-up
students excitedly await their turn to present themselves to companies