1. Summer Computer Science Camp for Native American Students
NMSU
Summer Computer Science Camp
for
Native American Students
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2. Artwork in Presentation
From Tribes in New Mexico
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3. New Mexico State University
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4. New Mexico State University
The Sponsors
National Science Foundation
Minority Institution Infrastructure Program
Initial Funding Period:
New Mexico State University
Computer Science Department
American Indian Program
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5. New Mexico State University
What is C.S.
Making a computer do what you want
the SOFTWARE
Building the next century’s infrastructure
the INTERNET
Making Computers Work for People
Human/Computer Interfaces
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6. New Mexico State University
What You Need
Logical thinking skills
To solve complex problems
Self-motivation
To stick to and finish large problems
A good math background
Help understand concepts of computing
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7. New Mexico State University
And the Rewards Are
Accomplishment
you are one of the creators of the information revolution & tomorrow’s world
Career
high-demand skills offer security
Monetary
small supply vs. high demand means high salaries
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8. New Mexico State University
The NA/CS Program
Three week supervised summer program
At NMSU in Las Cruces
Living accommodations in NMSU dorms
All living expenses paid by sponsor
Transportation expenses paid by sponsor
A small weekly allowance supplied by sponsor
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9. New Mexico State University
The NA/CS Program
Learning Environment
Informal environment
Hands on exercises
Lots of computer interaction
High-end PCs (Linux based)
Macs
SPARC stations
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10. New Mexico State University
The NA/CS Program
All machines connected to the Internet
Subjects covered (all use computers)
Concepts & Practices in CS
Math skills in a fun environment
English writing skills
Other activities
Tours of Intel and Sandia
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11. New Mexico State University
The NA/CS Program
Social activities
Cultural activities
Athletic programs
Mentoring activities
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12. New Mexico State University
Who is Eligible?
Any Native American High School Student
Able to Spend Three Weeks Away from Home
A Sincere Interest in the program
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13. New Mexico State University
How to Apply
Fill out Application Form
Obtain Letters of Reference
Get Official School Transcripts
Send to:
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14. NA/CS Prog. Coordinator Computer Science Department
Ms. Sandra Westbrook
NA/CS Prog. Coordinator
Computer Science Department
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM 88003
(505)
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15. New Mexico State University
Important Dates
Application Deadline
April 16th, 1999
Notification of Acceptance
April 30th, 1999
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16. I Look Forward to Seeing You in Las Cruces
Where Could NA/CS Lead?
Thank You
and
I Look Forward to Seeing
You in Las Cruces
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New Mexico State University