I was checking my Google Alerts today, and came across an interesting article from the New York Times.  It appears computer science industries are looking for more women to enter the field. 

 “They [computer science industry] are concerned about this trend, they say, not just because they want to see young women share the field’s challenges and rewards, but also because they regard the relative absence of women as a troubling indicator for American computer science generally — and for the economic competitiveness that depends on it.”

So common ladies–the industry is calling and NIU has an excellent opportunity for you waiting in Rockford.  Check out the B.S. in Computer Science degree and discover what NIU and RVC have to offer.

 Amanda

Calling all Homeland Security students….

I need your help.  I came across what seems to be, a very cool site.  At www.clearimpact.com you can run simulations of possible disasters that could happen in your area.  Basically, you choose your disaster of choice and then select a location on the map.  From there, the site computes results based on what “could happen.” 

Here is the problem, I ran a train derailment from Dekalb and got results immediately.  But, I don’t understand the results.  Can anyone help?

 If you go to the site, you’ll notice a blog in the upper right-hand corner.  I blogged the creators of the site for some help.  Hopefully I’ll get feedback soon.  If the feedback is good, I think this would be a great addition to our Homeland security site. 

Check that out at www.niu.edu/homelandsecurity.

Help an English major out and explain this site to me!!

Amanda

The NIU off-campus course finder enables you to limit your search for NIU classes by NIU Outreach center in Naperville, Rockford, and Hoffman Estates; by Community College partner; and by whether it is offered online. It is perfect if you are specifically looking for classes in your area. Check it out!

Wow…this site is amazing.  A resource for adult students only, you’ll find articles on why you should commit to going back to school, how you can pay for it, and even a whole set of sources designed for female adult students.  Put this on your Favorites for sure!!

www.adultstudentcenter.com

Remember when you were 10, and you knew exactly what you wanted be when you grew up…funny how that changes!  Read this article for some tips on how to plan your career ahead of time. 

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumes/l/blcareerplan.htm

This free home-work related site features the best K-12 home-work sites in one spot.  Great for students as well as teachers–this link is a must see! 

It offers you the best resources for English, math, science, history, art, music, technology, foreign language, college prep, health, life skills, extracurricular activities and much more.

Amanda

Find nursing jobs in your area by using this free site.  There are lots of jobs out there!!