NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing

High school young women in our community are invited to apply for the *NCWIT
Award for Aspirations in Computing. The School of Computing at the University of South Alabama is the Alabama Affiliate of NCWIT*.

*What is the award?*

The *NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing* recognizes young women at
the high-school level for their computing-related achievements and
interests. Winners are recognized at an award event here in the community.
All applicants will also be considered for the National award.

*Why is the award important?*

By generating visibility for technical young women, the *NCWIT Award for
Aspirations in Computing* encourages continued interest in computing,
increases awareness of the gender gap in computing and IT, and emphasizes
at a personal level the importance of women's participation in computing.

*What is the application process?*

Go to www.ncwit.org/award. Detailed instructions and eligibility information are
found online.

Applicants are asked to provide the name and email address of a school
official to endorse their application. This person could be a teacher,
technology specialist, counselor or other school official. Online applications
must be submitted and endorsed by October 31, 2013.