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IBM Qiskit Fall Fest 2025

October 27th - 29th

Join us for a 3-day event full of quantum computing lectures, workshops, and a hackathon!

About the Event

Celebrating 100 Years of Quantum Mechanics!

The Catholic University of America is hosting a 3-day celebration of quantum computing, supported by IBM Quantum, as part of the worldwide Qiskit Fall Fest series. This student-led event brings together enthusiasts, learners, and professionals to explore both the foundations and the future of quantum technology.

Participants will engage in interactive lectures, hands-on workshops, and a hackathon, all designed to introduce key concepts, coding skills, and real-world applications using Qiskit, IBM’s open-source toolkit for learning, simulating, and programming quantum computers.

This event is open to the public and all skill levels—whether you’re brand new to quantum or already exploring the field.

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Day 1 – Monday, October 27, 2025

Lecture Day

Location: Hybrid (Pangborn Hall 302/Zoom)
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM EST

  • 2:00–3:00 – Introduction to IBM Quantum and Qiskit
  • 3:00–4:00 – Fundamental Quantum Algorithms

Day 2 – Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Lecture Day

Location: Online (Zoom)
Time: 10:00AM – 4:00 PM EST

  • 10:00–11:00 – Q&A Session: High Performance Computing in the Quantum Era
  • 11:00–12:00 – Introduction to Quantum Dynamic Circuits
  • 12:00–2:00 – Break
  • 2:00–3:00 – Transforming Tech Knowledge to Policy Design
  • 3:00–4:00 – Quantum Optimization

Day 3 – Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Hackathon Day

Location: Hybrid (Pangborn Hall 302/Zoom)
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM EST

  • 2:00–3:00 – Qiskit Beginner Coding Session
  • 3:00–4:00 – Hackathon Prompt Review (Code Submissions Due: 10/31)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who can attend? The event is open to the public. All students, faculty, and community members are welcome—no prior quantum experience required.
  • Do I need to pay? No, this event is free to attend.
  • What do I need for the hackathon? Please bring a laptop. Setup instructions will be shared after registration.
  • How do I join online? Zoom links will be emailed to all registered participants before the event.
  • Where is Pangborn Hall 302? The address is School of Engineering, Pangborn Hall, Washington, DC 20064. You can see the location on the campus map here.
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Get in Touch

For any questions or accommodations, please contact student coordinator Natalie Lee at leena@cua.edu.