About us
The Wisconsin Quantum Computing Club (WQCC) is the home to a community of interdisciplinary students interested in quantum computing at UW-Madison. Our community invites all curious minds! No prior experience in quantum is required! Join us in engaging discussions, insightful projects, and enlightening talks by experts from academia and industry. Together, we’ll uncover the intricacies of quantum computing and examine pathways into a career in this exciting field. Fuel your passion, expand your horizons, and forge connections with fellow quantum enthusiasts at the WQCC!
Fall 2026 Schedule
Our planned Fall 2026 schedule is below. Upcoming meetings are in Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241, except November 5 in Sterling Hall, Room 1313. The schedule is subject to change.
| Date | Event | Room |
|---|---|---|
| September 17 | WQCC Fall Kickoff · 7 p.m. Central Meet the club and hear about the semester. Executive board applications open September 17. |
Morgridge Hall, Room B2590 |
| September 24 | Intro to Math for Quantum Computing | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2103 |
| October 1 | Intro to Quantum Computing Paradigms | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| October 8 | Intro to Quantum Mechanics | Sterling Hall, Room 1313 |
| October 15 | Career Advising Lecture | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| October 22 | Qiskit Fall Fest Kickoff | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| October 29 | Qiskit Workshop | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| November 5 | Quantum Computing Theory Workshop | Sterling Hall, Room 1313 |
| November 7 | Hackathon Kickoff | Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| November 12 | Qiskit Speaker Event Speaker to be announced. |
Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| November 19 | Qiskit Fall Fest Closing and Awards Ceremony Project presentations, awards, and acknowledgements. |
Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
| December 3 · tentative | Quantum Hour This additional end-of-semester event may be held; details will be announced if confirmed. |
Chamberlin Hall, Room 2241 |
Hackathon submission deadline: to be announced.
See the Qiskit Fall Fest 2026 page for the program and hackathon details. Follow the WQCC Discord for confirmed rooms, times, and event updates.
