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Check out the program: BCNET Conference 2011

Posted: 23 March 2011 11:32 am

Attend the BCNET Conference 2011, Unlock the Power of Information Technology, May 03 & 04, 2011, SFU Harbour Centre
Attend the largest technology conference in Western Canada for higher education and research. The conference program is designed by, and for, BCNET member universities and institutes. Last year, the conference brought together 400 attendees including IT staff, academics, industry and students.

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UBCO Academic Rates: $120 before March 16 | Students Rates: $50
Your registration includes keynotes, session workshops, lunch and breakfast on both days and an evening reception.

Thought-provoking Content
With six tracks and 38 sessions , we have content and ideas to fulfill your quest to learn about smart ways to use information technology to advance higher education and research.

Here are just a few highlights:
Education and Research Collaboration: From Local to Global

Student Competition: Digital Media Challenge

Keynote Speakers: Geordie Rose and Steve Dotto

A World of Research Resources Just a Click Away

Existential Threats and Computing Technology

Riding the Wave of Education Technologies

Top Five Reasons to Attend: 
    • Make new connections with B.C.'s higher education community including faculty, IT       professionals and students

    • Learn about best practices

    • Discover trends in collaboration technologies in higher education

    • Engage in panel discussions about a range of information technology topics

    • Network, eat great food and have fun!

Conference Events 
    • Attend our evening reception: Tuesday, May 03 at 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Visit our industry showcase

See students compete in the Digital Media Challenge

Don't forget to register !