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A good list to keep! RT @nicholaspatten: 12 Amazing Tools For Online #collaboration. http://bit.ly/1bhn4ze #design #tech 

You may be asking yourself….What to pack, what to bring, oh man!!   Any help anyone?   Well, I think I can help you with that!   Here are a couple of tips to get you ready for the conference: Tip #1: Pack comfortable clothes and check the weather.   Start by counting the number of days you plan to stay in Minneapolis. If you are planning to attend several events during the day, you’ll probably want to bring clothes you can mix and match to make multiple outfits.   I find this very handy when I want to change my look.   Most importantly, don’t forget to pack clothes appropriate for the weather. Depending on your style, you can wear casual or business casual.   As weird as it may sound, I don’t like wearing jeans or sneakers.   I love my high heels ….I always bring my mid-high shoes and flat shoes.    Tip #2: Bring business cards; make sure to pack plenty! If you don’t have any, you can use MS Word to create your...

Latinas in computing, This year, LiC has two Lunchtime tables at GHC'13. Are you interested in moderating a topic at our community table?  The focus of the discussion is any topic related to technology. Please sign-up and add your topic no later than Wed, Sept. 25th. Google Docs: http://goo.gl/77ksi8

Spread the word!! If you know anyone ...deadline October 31, 2013 "Recipients of the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing are selected for their outstanding capacity and interest in computing and technology, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post-secondary education. Students can apply online at http://www.aspirations.org . The Award closes on October 31, 2013, at 11:59 PM ET. Each National Award recipient receives: $500 cash a laptop computer a trip to attend the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards Ceremony in Charlotte, North Carolina on March 15, 2014 an engraved award for both the student and her school networking opportunities with Bank of America employees ..." RT @BlackGirlsCode: Calling all tech savvy HS girls - win $500, a laptop & more! http://bit.ly/1f8rFGA @BlackGirlsCode #GirlsInSTEM #tech