Meeting Times

Wednesdays 4:30-6:00 PM in ICS 318B (ICSpace)

What is PANDA?

PANDA (Programming AND Algorithms) is a special interest group of ACM Mānoa dedicated to studying and applying algorithms. We aim to help students develop the algorithmic problem-solving skills needed to succeed in the field of computer science.

We hold weekly meetings that involves our mentors (Big Pandas) guiding students at various levels of programming experience to solve algorithmic problems similar to ones given in technical interviews. Additionally, we hold presentations aimed to educate students about career-related topics such as resumes, internships, and more!

What do we do?

We hold weekly meetings dedicated to solving algorithm problems similar to those that are used in technical job interviews. We also host events aimed to educate students about computer science resumes, internships, and careers.

Who is welcome?

Anyone who is interested is welcome to join and attend! No pressure if you are unable to attend any meetings.

How to join?

Our meetings are currently hosted in person in the ICSpace located in POST 318B. Join the PANDA discord via the following link https://discord.gg/naDnBZ5 to keep updated about our meetings!

Officers (See Previous Semesters)

Officer PANDA Drawing Favorite Ice Cream?
Anson
Anson Leung
PANDA President
Junior
Anson SCARY PANDA (BOO!) Strawberry
Brian
Brian Shu
PANDA Vice President
Junior
Brian Hey, you’re doing GREAT! Caramel
Vincent
Vincent Chan
Advisor, PANDA President for 1 semester
Junior
Vincent Peeking behind your shoulders… staaare… Mint Chocolate
Ethan
Ethan Chung
PANDA Officer for 3 semesters
Junior
Ethan Just let me eat my bamboo in peace! Cookies n’ Cream
Elijah
Elijah Saloma
PANDA Officer for 3 semesters
Junior
Elijah Elijah van Gogh 🫡 Matcha
Victor
Victor Pagan
PANDA Officer
Senior
Nothing? Nothing?

How can I become an Officer?

We are searching for students who have taken or currently taking ICS 311 Algorithms. Most importantly people who have participated in PANDA.

If you are interested reach out to one of the Big Pandas, or if one of our Big Pandas notice that you are performing well, then we may reach out to you to become a Big Panda in training!