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BDPA Fosters Technology Education

Posted By Milt Haynes, Thursday, December 30, 2010

In a recent CRS (Congressional Research Service) Report for Congress, it was confirmed that we need to do even more to introduce our youth to technology and prepare them for technology careers.

There is growing concern that the United States is not preparing a sufficient number of students, teachers, and practitioners in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). A large majority of secondary school students fail to reach proficiency in math and science, and many are taught by teachers lacking adequate subject matter knowledge.

When compared to other nations, the math and science achievement of U.S. pupils and the rate of STEM degree attainment appear inconsistent with a nation considered the world leader in scientific innovation. In a recent international assessment of 15-year-old students, the U.S. ranked 28th in math literacy and 24th in science literacy. Moreover, the U.S. ranks 20th among all nations in the proportion of 24-year-olds who earn degrees in natural science or engineering.

BDPA supports numerous programs targeting younger children, middle school and higher education to encourage young people's interest in careers in technology. These include High School Computer Camp, High School Computer Competition, National Conference Youth Technology Camp, College Scholars Program, College Student Intern Program, National Conference IT Showcase, Mentoring Programs, National BDPA Career Center and Talent Management System, College Student Program, HSCC Alumni Program, Black Family Technology Awareness Week (BFTAW), BDPA Information Technology Institute, BDPA IT Corps, National BDPA Technology Conference, and ITSMF Executive Protégé Program (EPP).

"BDPA Technology Programs have set a good example for our technology education. We need to encourage our students to learn about technology, not just how to use it but how to develop innovative technology solutions too" said Monique Berry, National BDPA President-Elect.

BDPA Technology Programs are supported by sponsor companies like Allstate Insurance, Eli Lilly, Freddie Mac, Johnson & Johnson, Mayo Clinic, Prudential and many others. Please see the BDPA Corporate Sponsor Directory for a full list of companies providing valuable resources and support. BDPA Corporate Sponsors provide equipment, facilities and financial support as well as employees who volunteer their time and share their passion for technology with parents and elementary students at schools and community venues.

For sponsorship opportunities contact the corporate sales team by email at corpsales@bdpa.org for more details on the BDPA Corporate Sponsorship Program..

About BDPA

Founded in 1975 by Earl Pace and the late David Wimberly, BDPA is a global member focused organization that serves the professional well-being of its stakeholders. BDPA remains committed to excellence and providing a wide spectrum of resources to members, corporate sponsors, businesses, educational institutions and the African American community. The organization is a catalyst for professional growth and technical development for those in the IT industry. With over 50 chapters across the United States, the BDPA is the premier organization for African Americans in technology.

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The BDPA Insider – December 26, 2010

Posted By Milt Haynes, Monday, December 27, 2010
Updated: Thursday, December 30, 2010

The BDPA Insider – December 26, 2010

What better way to start the day than with your weekly message from BDPA!

Happy Holidays!!!

In this issue:

BETF Executive Director Wins BAM Award for Excellence in Education and Technology in North Carolina

BDPA Los Angeles: Remembering 2010

HSCC Testimonial: Nana Yaa Kwansa (Southern Minnesota, 2007-2010)

Message from Charlotte Chapter President-Elect

Good News Tuesday: James Peterson III - Future Face of Technology

A Whole Bunch of Job Seeker Checklists

National Business Plan Competition at Morehouse College

Hot IT Skills for 2011 - Part 2

Bridging the Technology Gap Locally. WJBC, Javelin Lawrence

10 Things You Might Be Doing That Could Hurt Your Career

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Message from National BDPA President

As a global member focused technology organization, our mission is to deliver programs and services for the professional well-being of our stakeholders. Founded in 1975, our foundersEarl Pace Jr.and the late David Wimberly had a vision to buildan organizationthat would be a powerful advocate for its stakeholders' interests within the global technology industry. Our stakeholders consist ofstudents,adults,entrepreneurs, educational institutions, andcorporate sponsors.

For over 35 years,From the Classroom to the Board Roomhas become our motto. In 2011, we will continue to implement programs that will ensure our members are well positioned as leaders and highly skilled IT and entrepreneurs for our sponsors and the community. We've accomplished a lot in 2010 and in 2011; the best is yet to come. Our focus will continue to be on "Taking Our Membership To The Next Level” as we transform our organization while delivering quality programs.

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BETF Executive Director Wins BAM Award for Excellence in Education and Technology in North Carolina

This Award recognizes four national and community leaders including yourself that have made significant contributions in the field of Education or Technology.

Honorees include the following:

Dr. Ronald Carter, President,Johnson C. Smith University
Dr. Peter Gorman, Superintendent,Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System
Wayne Hicks, Executive Director,BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF)
Johnny Taylor, President/CEO,Thurgood Marshall College Fund &Ebony Power 100 Leaders in America for Academia

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/betf-executive-director-wins-bam-award.html

BDPA Los Angeles: Remembering 2010

BDPA Los Angelestook some time during their annual Holiday Awards Luncheon held earlier this month toreflect on their accomplishments in 2010. The chapter also announced the creation of theBrandon Gardner Memorial Scholarship Fundto support the young people who represent the chapter at the annual national High School Computer Competition (HSCC) championships.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/bdpa-los-angeles-remembering-2010.html

HSCC Testimonial: Nana Yaa Kwansa (Southern Minnesota, 2007-2010)

BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF) is writing a check worth more than $10,000 from theBemley Scholarship Fundfor the first time in our 18-year history!Nana Yaa Kwansais a truly remarkable young woman.I believe that she is the second person in the 25-year history of our high school computer competition (HSCC) who has been a member of the national HSCC championship team in four (4) different years.Yaa was a national HSCC champion in 2007-2010.

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Message from Charlotte Chapter President-Elect

Markus Beamer

Hello BDPA Members and Friends,

As the Holiday times rapidly approach, I wanted to take the time and thank all of you. The Charlotte BDPA Chapter has had a great year and it could not have been a success without you!

As we move into 2011, BDPA will continue and improve on delivering you time sensitive, up to date technological topics and training. Please join us during our January meeting, Jan 20th, where we will discuss and announce the meetings, trainings and events coming up in Charlotte in 2011.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/message-from-charlotte-chapter.html

Good News Tuesday: James Peterson III - Future Face of Technology

Yvette Graham, James Peterson, Milt Haynes

I met James Peterson III in 2008 when National BDPA recognized him with theirEpsilon Awardsas their'Most Promising Technologist'.

James has lived up to that high honor with his work over the past few years.Today we learned that James is finishing the last year of his MBA program atKeller Graduate School of Managementof DeVry University's Tinley Park location. James recently accepted a position with an accounting and consulting leader, Deloitte Consulting.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/good-news-tuesday-james-peterson-iii.html

A Whole Bunch of Job Seeker Checklists

Blacks Gone Geek blog post by Milt Haynes

Finding a job in this day and age is a tricky business. There are tons of jobs, but also tons of competition. So how can you run ahead of the pack? There are a lot of steps to conduct a successful job hunt and lot of distractions along the way. Checklists are a powerful tool to help you stay focused on your objectives, each and every day.

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http://blacksgonegeek.blogspot.com/2010/12/whole-bunch-of-job-seeker-checklists.html

National Business Plan Competition at Morehouse College

by Kai Ajala Dupe

I am so pleased to learn over the last few weeks that our young people and our universities are stepping up to become producers in the technology arena. First we learn of the two students at Spelman.

Then we learn of Veda Rogers in the Silicon Valley. It just keeps getting better. Recently, I heard from Guy Madison of Morehouse College's Entrepreneurship Center with some very exciting news.

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http://whereareblacksintechnology.blogspot.com/2010/12/national-business-plan-competition-at.html

Hot IT Skills for 2011 - Part 2

Blacks Gone Geek blog post by Milt Haynes

We recently published Computerworld's list of 11 hot skills for 2011. Here's an update from a recent poll taken from staffing agencies, IT recruiters and other data sources.

Want know more about…

· Hot IT Skills

· What jobs will be retained onshore vs. offshore?

· Why IT Jobs Are Never Coming Back

· Who's Hiring Now?

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http://blacksgonegeek.blogspot.com/2010/12/hot-it-skills-for-2011-part-2.html

Bridging the Technology Gap Locally. WJBC, Javelin Lawrence

A group that aims to bridge the technology gap is hosting its first competition in Bloomington-Normal. Black Data Processing Associates is putting on a citywide technology showcase at heartland Community College where high school students will show off their tech skills.

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http://bdpa-news.blogspot.com/2010/12/wjbc-12182010-javelin-lawrence.html

10 Things You Might Be Doing That Could Hurt Your Career

Alan Norton

November 10, 2010

Over the years, I have observed some of my closest friends and associates make mistakes that had a negative impact on their careers. Other mistakes I have discovered for myself. I won't focus here on the obvious gaffes, like insubordination, poor work performance, and other common methods of committing "jobicide." I will instead discuss some of the ways you might be unknowingly hurting your career.

1. Portraying the Wrong Image

2. Asking When You Should Have Been Silent

3. Failing To Be a Team Player

4. Acting Unprofessionally

5. Working with Friends or Relatives

6. Being Unprepared

7. Being Unavailable

8. Not Using/Improperly Using Networking Opportunities

9. Lacking Ambition

10. Using Company Assets for Personal Gain

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http://www.globalknowledge.com/articles/generic.asp?pageid=2851

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The BDPA Insider – December 19, 2010

Posted By Milt Haynes, Sunday, December 19, 2010

The BDPA Insider – December 19, 2010

What better way to start the day than with your weekly message from BDPA!

In this issue:

Five Ways To Stand Out In The IT Career Community

BDPA Seeks High School and College Students for 2011 IT Showcase

BDPA Students: Upload Files to CPanel (Zack Garbow)

Message from New York Chapter President

Message from New York Chapter President-Elect

Message from Atlanta Chapter President

BDPA Newsletters from Chapters Around the Country

Tablet PC + PowerPoint = Productivity

Why IT Jobs Are Never Coming Back

Standish Group survey results show IT spending is on the rise for 2011

Newman Networks News December 17th, 2010

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National BDPA President - Welcome to our new website

Welcome to our new website.

As you visit our site, please take the time to learn about this great organization and the benefits that you will have by becoming a member. I am excited about the great work and energy that the team has put into making this a success. BDPA, we have a lot to shout about as we enter 2011.

Happy Holidays To You All.

Yvette Graham National President

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Five Ways To Stand Out In The IT Career Community

Blacks Gone Geek guest blog post by Robert Fulton

In today's competitive job market, it is essential to set oneself apart from the competition in order to stand out and obtain competitive positions. It is currently an employer's market, even though the information technology industry is relatively open. There are often dozens of qualified applicants for each position whether it is a new hire or a promotion. By implementing the following techniques a person can make themselves stand out.

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BDPA Seeks High School and College Students for 2011 IT Showcase

One of the most remarkable BDPA programs is the IT Showcase. This program provides a showcase for talented young people that are the future faces of technology. BDPA is actively recruiting high school and college students to participate in the 2011 National IT Showcase in Chicago!

BDPA wants to take the IT Showcase to the next level in 2011. This year's goal is to recruit 20 high school students and 20 college students! BDPA would like to encourage each chapter to identify qualified students. Register your students today.

Click here is the Call for Presenters issued by the IT Showcase founder Dr. Jesse Bemley.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/bdpa-seeks-high-school-and-college.html

BDPA Students: Upload Files to CPanel (Zack Garbow)

Zack Sharing 411 about Computers!

Wetold you earlierabout the success ofZack Garbowas the High School Computer Competition (HSCC) coordinator forBDPA Southern Minnesota chapter.Students on his teams in the past few years have earned over $50,000 from theJesse Bemley Scholarship Fundadministered by the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF).Whatever Zack is doing in Rochester, Minnesota is working ... and perhaps it's time for the other 44 chapters to look to him for some 'best practice' advice.

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Message from New York Chapter President

As I sat down to pen my last message as President ofBDPA New York, I could not think of the last words or message to express. So I decided to reviewour photo album. Then the following words immediately came straight out of my heart -Thank You. A photo album has a beautiful way of reflecting memories. No matter what took place:good or bad, pictures tell a beautiful story.

Highlights of my administration are as follows:

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Message from New York Chapter President-Elect

I would first like to thankJudaeafor her years of diligent service to our chapter and to theNational organization.

I am so excited and ready to run the 2011-2012 race by representing theBDPA New York chapter, which is truly a premiere organization for Information Technology professionals. I appreciate the new members that have accepted leadership positions in our chapter. Time is of the essence and 2011 is right around the corner. Thebaton has been passedto a new 2011 team and its time to run the relay. Below are some of the initiatives for 2011:

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Message from Atlanta Chapter President

BDPA AtlantaMembers and Friends,

Carter Hill

The chapter leadership board and Iare busy formulating strategies for 2011 and beyond. Our primary focus for the coming month will be laying the ground work for our BDPA 3.0 initiative that will be officially launched at our January meeting. One other point of focus for our team has been the addition of two new board members to our chapter. Therefore I am proud to announce the following changes to our local leadership board:

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/message-from-atlanta-chapter-president.html

BDPA Newsletters from Chapters Around the Country

RECENT UPDATES:Los Angeles and New York

BETF-Blog Readers, would you like to see information about programs and services being offered all over BDPA nation?Here are some recent newsletters issued from around the country:

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2007/12/bdpa-newsletters-from-chapters-around.html

Tablet PC + PowerPoint = Productivity

by Ricardo Wilkens at RixBits

Likemany others, I patiently await the delivery of my new HP Slate 500 tablet PC. Having been along-time fan of tablets, this latest incarnation is especially exciting.

As I started thinking about how I would fit this new device intomy SharePoint Consultant toolbox, I started thinking about some of the ways that I've used my old tablet PCs in the past. One particularly useful technique I've used is to do quick drafts of my SharePoint presentations using handwriting on my tablet. Those who've never used a Tablet PC might respond, "why not just write it out on paper?” (sigh…) Paper is dead. :) Plus, there are other advantages to the tablet. Among them is the ability to distribute my handwritten slides electronically to others for feedback or collaboration. Not to mention being able to add images, side notes, etc to my slides, as well as re-ordering the deck on the fly.

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http://rixbits.blogspot.com/2010/12/tablet-pc-powerpoint-productivity.html

Microsoft Bliink 2011 Web Design Competition

by Kai Ajala Dupe

The Microsoft Bliink 2011 Web Design Competition will be open for student registration beginning Jan. 5, 2011. The site with all of the specific details for each contest will be ready fairly soon, but for now you can use thistime to make sure that participating teachers and students receivesoftware free of charge and to point them to the many free teaching and learning resources atExpression For Educators. Also, teachers are invited to attend free online demonstrations sessions where they can ask questions about Bliink and Expression.

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Why IT Jobs Are Never Coming Back

By Stephanie Overby

Thu, December 09, 2010

U.S. IT job loss may level off in coming years, but the likelihood that corporate IT will ever contribute to job creation again is minimal, according to a recent study by the Hackett Group. CIO.com talked to Hackett's lead researchers about what's driving IT jobs offshore, what roles will remain stateside, and why some American IT professionals may have to send their resumes to China.

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Standish Group survey results show IT spending is on the rise for 2011

The latest Standish Group survey results show IT spending is on the rise for 2011. Areas of strength include general hardware, software and services. For example 24% of organizations plan to spend more on hardware in 2011, than in 2010. Fifty-one (51%) percent of organizations will invest heavy to moderate in improving skills for project managers in 2011. Most companies will add IT personnel. Therefore, The Standish Group is predicting a good new year for the IT industry.

Newman Networks News December 17th, 2010

In this issue:

Marketing Tips

Newman Networks

Upcoming Events

Nicole's Commentary

About the Urban League

Entrepreneurship Center

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The BDPA Insider – December 5, 2010

Posted By Milt Haynes, Sunday, December 05, 2010

The BDPA Insider – December 5, 2010

What better way to start the day than with your weekly message from BDPA!

In this issue:

Jonecia Keels and Jazmine Miller (Spelman College): Future Face of Technology

BETF BDPAtoday

BDPAtoday Chapter Edition

Secrets to Being More Strategic

5 Steps to a Remarkable Personal Brand Strategy

Advance your Career with a College Degree or Certificate

BDPA Students: HTML 1, Learn the Basics (Zack Garbow)

Wintino Jones Memorial Award for Outstanding Member of the Year

Three BDPA Students Showcase Entrepreneurial Talents with 3D Virtual Integration of Facebook Called StartLounge

Slideshare, History: (BDPA New York)

A message to all members of Connectors Club

Gartner's Top 10 Technologies for 2011

10 Best-Selling Gadgets of Holidays Past

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IT Job Seeker Survey Results - Analysis Report Now Available

In October 2010 we asked job seekers to take a short 3-minute online survey to let us know how we could help them. The main objective of the survey was to obtain feedback that we could use to assist job seekers. This information not only provides a resource to meet our needs, it measures the effectiveness of our services along with suggestions for improvements. The survey contained Eight (8) questions. The total sample size for this survey consisted of 69 participants.

Many job seekers were looking for us to provide additional resources that are already available to them now. The question might be how can they tap into the current services and apply the information to their specific needs.

Click here for the full 11 page IT Job Seeker Survey Results Analysis Report:

http://blacksgonegeek.org/Documents/SurveyReport2.pdf

Jonecia Keels and Jazmine Miller (Spelman College): Future Face of Technology

Jonecia Keels and Jazmine Miller are full-time students at Spelman College. They are the 2010 Big Mobile on Campus winners.

There winning mobile application is called HBCU Buddy. HBCU Buddy is a mobile application created to educate and inform users, including both prospective and current college students, about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) across the United States.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/jonecia-keels-and-jazmine-miller.html

BETF BDPAtoday
Thursday, December 2, 2010

In This Issue

Strangers at Gate

BDPA Calendar of Events

Career Center (149 Jobs)

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BDPAToday Chapter Edition

December 2010

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Secrets to Being More Strategic

Have you often wondered what does it really takes to think more strategically?

If you are seeking tangible ideas that can help you learn how to better use your strategic thinking skills then you need to make sure you tune into this presentation.

As a former corporate executives and now as successful business owners we often find our selves pondering what it really takes to be successful in today's competitive business environment

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5 Steps to a Remarkable Personal Brand Strategy

by Tanya Smith

Personal brand marketing is a solid career management technique. When you are doing the work to clearly identify your personal brand - or the overall collection of perceptions that you want others to have about you - it may not be as simple as jotting down a few notes on a memo pad.

Developing a brand strategy that describes the irresistible, remarkable YOU can take some work, but once you have it, you can apply the pieces to everything you communicate - e.g. resume, interview remarks, online media, etc.

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Advance your Career with a College Degree or Certificate

Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) receives significant savings on Excelsior College tuition and fees. Excelsior College helps busy working adults earn the degrees they need through a variety of flexible distance education programs.

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BDPA Students: HTML 1, Learn the Basics (Zack Garbow)

Zack Garbow would be in the BDPA Hall of Fame if we had such a thing. He is the long-time coordinator of the high school computer competition (HSCC) program hosted by our BDPA Southern Minnesota chapter. BDPA Southern Minnesota has won more national HSCC championships than any other chapter in the nation. BDPA Southern Minnesota chapter has won 5 of the past 6 national championships (2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010)

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/bdpa-students-html-1-learn-basics-zack.html

Wintino Jones Memorial Award for Outstanding Member of the Year

Soulclap to BDPA Philadelphia chapter for taking steps to rename its local Outstanding Member of the Year Award after long-time member Wintino Jones (1958-2009). Wintino Jones joined BDPA Philadelphia in 1980.

During his 30 years of service Wintino was the unofficial spokesperson for his chapter. He would call members and friends of BDPA to invite them to program meetings and networking parties. Wintino also hosted fundraisers for young people that participated in the Student Information Technology Education and Scholarship (SITES) program. And he is famous around the nation for the joy in playing bid whist with his BDPA Family!

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/12/wintino-jones-memorial-award-for.html

Three BDPA Students Showcase Entrepreneurial Talents with 3D Virtual Integration of Facebook Called StartLounge

We often talk about BDPA being an organization that provides programs and services that advance the careers of our members from the 'classroom to the boardroom'. I think that we will find the reality behind those words in Rochester, MN. That is where three past national BDPA High School Computer Competition (HSCC) champions have joined together to create the StartLounge.

StartLounge is a visual, social interface that engages users with 3D-Facebook integration. StartLounge also gives you the power to preview your Facebook news feeds and pictures that you are tagged in. The co-founders indicate that the product is still in the development stages and will be continually updated with cool new features.

The co-founders are student members of our BDPA Southern Minnesota chapter: James Arama, Ahmed Mahamad and Adwait Walimbe.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/three-bdpa-students-showcase.html

Slideshare, History: (BDPA New York)

History: BDPA New York Chapter (1982-1997). A number of BDPA New York chapter members documented the history of the chapter over the first 16 years of its existence.

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A message to all members of Connectors Club

Read Connections Magazine Volume Two, Issue One November 2010
Self Publishing with YUDU

We're excited to announce the release of the latest issue of the Connectors Magazine for November 2010! The Connectors Magazine is the collective voice of the youth, instructors, staff, and partners who make the Digital Connectors national program thrive.

Flip through an online copy or download a PDF to print & share!

http://www.yudu.com/item/details/252586/Connections-Magazine-Volume-Two--Issue-One-November-2010?refid=27785

Gartner's Top 10 Technologies for 2011

October 20, 2010
Larry Dignan

1: Cloud computing

2: Mobile apps and media tablets

3: Next-gen analytics

4: Social analytics

5: Social communication and collaboration

6: Video

7: Context-aware computing

8: Ubiquitous computing

9: Storage class memory

10: Fabric based infrastructure and computers

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10 Best-Selling Gadgets of Holidays Past

Christmas: a time for family, reflection, and the frantic unwrapping of presents amid the torn wrapping paper around the tree. Nothing says "Happy holidays” quite like the look of delirious glee on someone’s face when they unbox the latest tech gadget, whether it’s a kid getting their mitts on an eagerly awaited video game system or a parent in love with the latest creation from Apple. These are the electronic toys that once inspired tears of joy, even though some of them have long since fallen by the wayside.

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The BDPA Insider – November 28, 2010

Posted By Milt Haynes, Sunday, November 28, 2010

The BDPA Insider – November 28, 2010

What better way to start the day than with your weekly message from BDPA!

In this issue:

HSCC Testimonial: Matthew Clark (Detroit, 2008-2010)

Happy Birthday: George Williams, Past National BDPA President

BETF Executive Director Wayne Hicks Voted One of the Top 50 Amazing Tech Tastemakers

Bemley Scholar Caroline Tremain Heads to University of Minnesota

THE POWER OF THANK YOU

Zymic Webmaster Resources, 11/11/2010 (Nicholas Reid)

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Winter 2011 enrollment period is open for the BDPA IT Institute

BDPA Members,

TheWinter 2011 enrollment period is open for the BDPA IT Institute. Our PMP Exam Prep course is scheduled to begin January 31, 2011 and will be taught by Gregory Brown, PMP. The course has been updated to align with the 4th edition of the PMBOK Guide and awards all 35 PDUs required to sit for the PMP Certification Exam.

The PMP Exam Prep course is a cost-effective and convenient option for busy professionals. Enrollment in the course includes access to our online course environment administered through Auburn University's Blackboard system and weekly conference calls with the instructor and fellow students.

Join the growing list of Project Management Professionals that are alumni ofour PMP Exam Prep course! Apply now at http://www.auburn.edu/bdpa.

Enrollment is open to any adult professional. BDPA membership is not required to participate in the class.

For more information, please contact us at http://us.mc509.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=office@bdpa.orgor vpms@bdpa.org.

Regards,

The BDPA IT Institute
http://www.auburn.edu/bdpa
http://www.bdpa.org/
1-800-727-BDPA

HSCC Testimonial: Matthew Clark (Detroit, 2008-2010)

BDPA Detroit is a historically strong chapter when it comes to the national high school computer competition (HSCC) championships. In fact, there is only one chapter (Southern Minnesota) with more championships than Detroit. One reason for the success in Motor City is the strong coaches and students in the program. One of the strong students over the past three years (2008-2010) has been Matthew Clark.

Matthew shared his thoughts on his HSCC career with us.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/hscc-testimonial-matthew-clark-detroit.html

Happy Birthday: George Williams, Past National BDPA President

Please join us in wishing a wonderful birthday to our past national president -- George Williams. I've known George since I first joined BDPA back in the late 1980s. He was a powerful figure in the BDPA Cleveland chapter before he set a record for the longest-tenured national president in BDPA history.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2009/11/happy-birthday-george-williams-past.html

BETF Executive Director Wayne Hicks Voted One of the Top 50 Amazing Tech Tastemakers

I just learned from the folks over at Black Web 2.0 that I'm one of the Top 50 Amazing Tech Tastemakers.

You may recall that we told you about the Top 50 Amazing Tech Tastemakers campaign a few weeks ago. Since then a number of you took the time to cast your vote on who you think should be a Top 50 Tech Tastemaker and the results and activity have been both interesting and exciting to watch. The voting ended yesterday and we ended up as #25 on the list!

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/betf-executive-director-wayne-hicks.html

Bemley Scholar Caroline Tremain Heads to University of Minnesota

BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF) has given out over $318,000 in scholarships to more than 150 students since 1999. One of those talented scholarship students is Caroline Tremain. She was a member of the 2006 high school computer competition (HSCC) team trained by BDPA Southern Minnesota chapter. Her team took home the silver medal in the 2006 national HSCC championships held in Los Angeles CA. As a result, Carly earned a Jesse Bemley Scholarship.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/bemley-scholar-caroline-tremain-heads.html

THE POWER OF THANK YOU

by BDPA Detroit TAC

In the spirit of Thanksgiving I'd love to share with you the benefits and power of two simple words. THANK YOU.

They are two words that have the power to transform our health, happiness, athletic performance and success. Research shows that grateful people are happier and more likely to maintain good friendships. A state of gratitude, according to research by the Institute of HeartMath, also improves the heart's rhythmic functioning, which helps us to reduce stress, think more clearly under pressure and heal physically. It's actually physiologically impossible to be stressed and thankful at the same time. When you are grateful you flood your body and brain with emotions and endorphins that uplift and energize you rather than the stress hormones that drain you.

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http://bdpadet-tac.blogspot.com/2010/11/motivational-monday_22.html

Zymic Webmaster Resources, 11/11/2010 (Nicholas Reid)

Nicholas Ariel Reid Portfolio. A Collection of some of the web applications and program codes that I have worked on. Languages Used: Hypertext Preprocessor(PHP), Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language(HTML), MySQL Database, AJAX(Asynchronous Javascript and XML), and Cascading Style Sheets(CSS).

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http://bdpa-news.blogspot.com/2010/11/zymic-webmaster-resources-11112010.html

2011 National BDPA Conference Registration Now Open

Please accept our invitation to join us in the City of the Big Shoulders by registering for the 33rd Annual National BDPA Conference, August 3-6, 2011 at the Hilton Chicago.

Early bird registration for $350 now open!

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eWeek.com: IT Management: Non-Certified Technology Skills: the Top 25 Right Now

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Winter 2011 enrollment period is open for the BDPA IT Institute

Posted By Milt Haynes, Sunday, November 28, 2010

BDPA Members,

Join the growing list of Project Management Professionals that are alumni ofour PMP Exam Prep course! Apply now at http://www.auburn.edu/bdpa.

Enrollment is open to any adult professional. BDPA membership is not required to participate in the class.

For more information, please contact us at office@bdpa.org or vpms@bdpa.org.

Regards,

The BDPA IT Institute
http://www.auburn.edu/bdpa
http://www.bdpa.org/
1-800-727-BDPA

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The BDPA Insider – November 21, 2010

Posted By Milt Haynes, Sunday, November 21, 2010

What better way to start the day than with your weekly message from BDPA!

In this issue:

Why Have You Been Out of Work So Long?

BETF Scholarship Winners (2009-2010)

Can BDPA Expand SITES Program to Elementary School Students With Tech Corps?

ITSMF: Executive Protege Program

Summer Program for High School Students: Science and Engineering Apprenticeship with US Navy

BDPA Chapters on Twitter

BDPA Charlotte Chapter Supports eMentor Program at Garinger New Technology High School

2011 BDPA Chicago Awards Banquet Video

Computer Science Education Week

Not Just For Kids: Facebook For Grown Folks

Buy a Book Once. Read It Everywhere

Mastering the technology of the Mind

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eWeek.com: IT Management: Non-Certified Technology Skills: the Top 25 Right Now

By Don E. Sears on 2010-11-12

There’s no secret in the formula: For the most part, the more IT skills you have, the better pay you get. The following alphabetical gallery lists the top 25 skills in technology with increased demand in pay for the third quarter. These are non-certified skills, meaning they don’t necessarily require a technology worker to have a certification, yet they do require experience. These skills were sourced by Foote Partners, a Vero Beach, Fla., technology research company that tracks certified and non-certified IT skills.

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http://www.eweek.com/c/a/IT-Management/NonCertified-Technology-Skills-the-Top-25-Right-Now-629710/

Why Have You Been Out of Work So Long?

Whatever you do, have an answer to the question — why have you been out of work so long? Whatever you say, don't answer, 'Looking for a job.'

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http://technology.theladders.com/career-advice/why-have-you-been-out-of-work-so-long

BETF Scholarship Winners (2009-2010)

Chris Johnson is chair of the BDPA Foundation Scholarship Committee. He shared an update with the Foundation's board of directors on recent scholarship funds sent to post-secondary educational institutions around the country on the behalf of deserving BDPA student members.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/betf-scholarship-winners-2009-2010.html

Can BDPA Expand SITES Program to Elementary School Students With Tech Corps?

I drove out to Columbus Ohio today in order to meet with Lisa Chambers, Tech Corps Ohio state director. BDPA Columbus chapter member Andre Young joined us in a discussion about possible strategic alliance with Tech Corps on local and national level.

Lisa shared with me the 15+ years of history for Tech Corps. The group was founded in 1995 by Gary Beach, Publisher Emeritus of CIO Magazine. Tech Corps is committed to enhancing K-12 education through the effective use of technology by recruiting, placing and supporting volunteers and by developing partnerships between schools and the community.

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/can-bdpa-expand-sites-program-to.html

ITSMF: Executive Protege Program

I spent eight years in the Senior Executive Service (SES) with the federal government before striking out to start my own company. It is difficult to travel a career path in the information technology (IT) industry through the glass ceiling to the executive level.

One way to make that journey is with the help of a mentor. As such, I can sincerely recommend that any African American IT professional that is currently in a management position ... who feels that (s)he has executive potential should take a moment to learn about the Executive Protege Program (EPP) offered by the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF).

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http://betf.blogspot.com/2007/11/itsmf-executive-protege-program.html

Summer Program for High School Students: Science and Engineering Apprenticeship with US Navy

BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF) is working with others to create a powerful strategic alliance in 2011 with the Department of Navy. One way that we can help is to raise awareness of Navy programs that would be of interest to BDPA student members.

For example, do you know a high school student who is interested in science and engineering and is looking for an apprenticeship next summer? If so, please let him or her know about the 2011 Science and Engineering Apprenticeship (SEAP) Program.

Click here for more:

http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/summer-program-for-high-school-students.html

BDPA Chapters on Twitter

There are a growing number of BDPA chapters with Twitter accounts. These are local BDPA chapters that wish to reach out to all current, former and future members via the Twitter network. I encourage any BDPA members on Twitter to take a moment to follow their local chapter as shown on the following list.

Click here for more:

http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/09/bdpa-chapters-on-twitter.html

BDPA Charlotte Chapter Supports eMentor Program at Garinger New Technology High School

BDPA Charlotte seeks to provide male mentors for the eMentor program at Garinger New Technology High School. This program is designed to pair up students with professionals in careers related to Information Technology, Science, Math and Engineering.

Click here for more:

http://betf.blogspot.com/2010/11/bdpa-charlotte-chapter-supports-ementor.html

2011 BDPA Chicago Awards Banquet Video

Video posted by Chicago chapter member Millie Liggins provides both a preview of the 2011 chapter awards banquet as well as a review of the 2010 banquet.

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wl6kUTxyroI

Computer Science Education Week

from Where are are Blacks in Technology?

by Kai Ajala Dupe

December 5th thru 11th is Computer Science Education Week. CSEdWeek 2010 is a call to action to raise awareness about computer science education and computing careers. CSEdWeek is endorsed by the U.S. Congress and is in recognition of the birthday of computing pioneer Admiral Grace Hopper (December 9, 1906). You can learn more by visiting http://www.csedweek.org/

Not Just For Kids: Facebook For Grown Folks

Slideshare, 11/18/2010 (Ricardo Wilkins)

Not Just For Kids: Facebook For Grown Folks. Ricardo Wilkins gave this presentation to BDPA Columbus chapter members at program meeting held on 11/18/2010. Turnout for the meeting was high and the information shared in the following presentation was timely.

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http://www.slideshare.net/ricardo303/not-just-for-kids-facebook-for-grown-folk

Buy a Book Once. Read It Everywhere

from Where are are Blacks in Technology?

by Kai Ajala Dupe

I love to learn. I consider myself a lifelong learner. This is why I love to read. I feel that I can learn anything if I can get my hands on a book. In my opinion, the day you stop learning is the day you die.

Most of what I read has to do with personal development since I intend to continue to improve myself as long as I am on the planet. My goal is to be the best Kai Dupé that I can be before my time is done. The idea that people who continue to learn are the most successful has been documented for many years.

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http://whereareblacksintechnology.blogspot.com/2010/11/buy-book-once-read-it-everywhere.html

Mastering the technology of the Mind

from Where Are Blacks In Technology? by Kai Ajala Dupé

Recent research by Jane Margolis and Mark Warschauer regarding why certain groups are under-represented in computing suggests that it is a social issue as much as it is an access issue. Much has been written regarding the achievement gap between African Americans and their counterparts.

In virtually every metric of educational achievement African Americans are behind. In this knowledge-based economy, this concern has moved forward with concerns regarding digital equity, and the digital divide, the gap between African Americans and their contemporaries in terms of adoption of technology.

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http://whereareblacksintechnology.blogspot.com/2010/11/mastering-technology-of-mind.html

2011 National BDPA Conference Registration Now Open

Please accept our invitation to join us in the City of the Big Shoulders by registering for the 33rd Annual National BDPA Conference, August 3-6, 2011 at the Hilton Chicago.

Early bird registration for $350 now open!

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