r Science really is the STEM field for anyone.
2) This is a major that can really push you to improve! As I have been proceeding through the curriculum I have found my self becoming a better Computer Scientist. This drive to improve further drives my ambition to learn even more. And being surrounded by faculty that cares for the students is, to be frank, amazing.
3) Programming is fun! Its as simple as that. It looks cool. It can make cool things. And above all, it allows you to see a world in different light. …
sentation! This technical seminar hosted by the Hawaii Chapter of the Computer Society presents two exciting topics at an introductory level, but with sufficient detail to be of interest to professionals: - The Pengui-Phant in the Room: sneaky Linux at Home, School and Work. Have you heard of the Linux operating system? It runs the web, and your phone, and next...your PC!!! - FiberOptics in Today's Networks: Introduction to theory and practice. Google is laying fiber in Kansas. How does data get to Hawaii? And most importantly, why is my Internet sooooo slow? Did you know that Castle HS has a CyberTeam, and that they are competing in a nationwide contest? We'll also hear about the upcoming Underwater Robotics competition and the opportunity to join Castle's robo-team and STEM club. The Science Olympiad, VEX Robotics, custom workshops, business visits, and mentoring elementary students are some of the many STEM club activities. Light refreshments provided. Free and Open to the Public. Questions to david.morse@ieee.org. For additional information please visit the following IEEE link: https://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/meeting_view/list_meeting/15515…
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I would suggest to membership that they put in testimony with language supporting this bill. Testimony can be submitted on-line through their website.
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/submittestimony.aspx
Appearing in person is also very good but not required. I attached some testimony from Alan Hayashi as one example on the House bill.
Some additional points I intend to make in my own testimony include;
The tech industry lost most of its Federal and State support in a single year leading to several companies closing or significantly downsizing, so the R&D support has never been more critical to retain and grow high tech jobs in Hawaii. Large numbers of these highly trained and highly paid individuals have left the State and it takes years to regain that human resource capability.
Local tech companies provide opportunities for young tech working coming out of school who are otherwise forced to move to mainland locations to find gainful employment in tech fields.
Tech workers are the kind of high paying innovation jobs Hawaii should most want, both for their high wage positions and also for the type of people tech workers tend to be, entrepreneurial individuals that often start up additional companies and significantly expand the economy. The latest Hawaii Business talks about the wealthiest people in Hawaii and 4 out of 5 of those individuals made their fortune in the technology industry.
Tech workers make up ~5% of the workforce in the State but produce ~15% of the revenue (ref)
Tech companies inspire STEM education opportunities though internships, relationships with local universities and schools, science fairs, robotic competitions, etc. STEM education in Hawaii is weak and will become weaker still without a technology industry to provide opportunities, mentorships, teaching, etc. We need to provide work opportunities for STEM educated students to interact and go to upon completion of school.
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the future, especially at the new Palamanui campus here in Kona.
This pau hana is BYOB/potluck, so please bring a pupu and beverage to share. Reusable plates and cups are encouraged, as is taking home your own trash.
RSVP so we can plan for the number of people. Agenda: 5:00-5:30 p.m. Networking 5:30-6:00 p.m. Presentation and Q&A 6:00-7:00 p.m. More Networking…