STEM Events and Workshops | Spring 2026
Friday, March 27 | 1-2 p.m. | Problem-Based Project (coding) Winner Announcement
Hosted by: Professor Azhari Ali
Location: Charlestown Campus, B-329
Thursday, March 31 | 1-2 p.m. | Cancer and Immunotherapy
Guest Speaker: William L. Hwang, MD, PhD; Harvard Medical School; Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute
Location: Charlestown Campus, E-175
Thursday, April 9 | 5 p.m. | BHCC STEM Alumni Panel
Webex Link: https://bhcc.webex.com/bhcc/j.php?MTID=m45575c9d6bc4e6a22096d2ec14321dca
Tuesday, April 16 | 1-2 p.m. | Drug Development and Path to Clinical Trials
Guest Speaker: Mike Nehil, PhD, Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.
Location: Charlestown Campus, E-175
Wednesday, April 30 | 1-2 p.m. | Testing the Waters: Careers in Water Quality
Guest Speaker: Director, Water Quality Operations, MWRA
Webex Link: https://bhcc.webex.com/bhcc/j.php?MTID=m1ae7b452a4478b6f0d6eca513ba93ee3
Tuesday, May 5 | 1-2 p.m. | Information Session: Registration, Transfer Services, and Internship Opportunities
Webex Link: https://bhcc.webex.com/bhcc/j.php?MTID=m2d2568692e568682079a041631b5f864
BHCC Problem Solving and Programming Contest
What is BHCC PSP Contest?
The BHCC PSP (Problem Solving and Programming) contest is an individual competition designed to challenge students’ skills in algorithmic thinking and programming. Participants will solve problems, competing for first, second, and third place. Winners will receive prizes and be formally recognized by the Computer Science Department for their accomplishments in problem-solving and programming excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
The BHCC PSP (Problem Solving and Programming) contest encourages all BHCC students to apply, regardless of their current programming experience or background. While anyone with an interest in problem-solving and coding is welcome to apply, only 20 candidates will be selected to participate in the competition. This selection will ensure that each participant has the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in a focused, competitive environment. Applicants will be chosen based on their enthusiasm and potential for success in programming challenges, making the BHCC PSP an inclusive yet competitive platform for emerging tech talent.
PSP Tools
Participants have the flexibility to use any programming language they are comfortable with to solve the problems. This includes popular languages like Python, Java, C, C++, and JavaScript, allowing contestants to leverage the language that best fits their strengths and familiarity. This flexibility is designed to encourage a diverse range of approaches to problem-solving and make the competition accessible to students with varied coding backgrounds.
Winners
The BHCC PSP (Problem Solving and Programming) contest will recognize the top three performers with significant prizes.
- The first-place winner will receive a $1,000 prize and a special recognition of accomplishment in problem solving and programming excellence from the Computer Science Department, highlighting their outstanding performance.
- The second-place winner will be awarded $500.
- The third-place winner will receive $250.
These awards not only acknowledge the winners’ achievements but also encourage all participants to push the boundaries of their problem-solving and coding skills.
Hosts
Dr. Suman Mukherjee smukherj@bhcc.edu
Prof. Ali Azhari ali.azhari@bhcc.edu
Prof. Pradeep Selvakumar pradeep.selvakumar@bhcc.edu
Applications
Contact Ali Azhari at ali.azhari@bhcc.edu