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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Portland 2011 Fall College Fair Flyer


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Here's an awesome interactive site to check out, especially for 9th and 10th graders!


http://knowhow2go.org/

NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing

The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) and the Oregon and SW Washington Region are now accepting applications for the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing, which recognizes young women at the high school level for their aspirations and achievements in technology and computing! The Award is open to young women in the U.S. and Puerto Rico in grades 9-12. 

Application, Information, & Dates
Information and application are available online at: www.aspirationsaward.org.
Applications accepted from September 15 to October 31, 2011
Teacher and parent supporting statements by November 7, 2011 

Award Purpose
The “NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing” acknowledges the computing achievements and aspirations of young women, and generates visibility for women’s participation in computing-related pursuits. 

Award Region
The “NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing” is available at both National and Regional levels. Our region includes all of Oregon and the areas of SW Washington near Vancouver and Portland. Girls applying from this region will automatically have their applications entered at both national and regional levels. 

Award Criteria
» Applicants must be high-school level girls (grades 9-12).

OSU Admissions Blog

If you are interested in attending OSU take a look at the OSU Admissions Blog for information on events, campus life, and so forth.

7 College Admissions Myths

Good short article from the Washington Post