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2002 Black Family Technology Empowerment 
Weekend Events

Saturday, February 16, 2002
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Baltimore Convention Center
1 W. Pratt Street

Schedule of Activities

IBM Technology Village     parents; children 6 & under
9:00 am - 3:00 pm           
Exhibit Hall A      
           

The quest for knowledge combined with the power of technology creates a dynamic environment for learning. Parents and their children will have the opportunity to discover new ways in which technology is being used as an important tool in educating young minds.

IBM Cyber Café      all ages                        
9:00 am - 3:00 pm           
Main Lobby

Surf the World Wide Web, learn more about the latest technologies, and ask the experts: Representatives from IBM will be on hand to assist conference attendees in exploring the many facets of technology.

 

Technology on the Move      all ages                        
9:00 am – 3:00 pm           
Exhibit Hall A

The classroom isn't the only place to experience the excitement of technology and science. Several of our corporate partners — including IBM, the Department of Transportation, and the Department of the Navy — bring live, state-of-the-art demonstration programs and exhibits to this event. These exhibits are designed to stimulate interaction and involvement for people of all ages

 

Tech Summer Camps and Enrichment Programs     all ages                   11:00 am - 3:00 pm           
Room 307-308

In engineering, information technology, and other technical fields, youth summer camps and enrichment programs have been designed by public and private organizations to expose kids to technology careers, professionals, and equipment. Representatives will be on hand to provide information on a variety of technology outreach programs for kids.

 

Technology in My Life     all ages                        
11:00 am - 3:00 pm          
 
Room 310

A series of 30-minute, family-focused presentations and hands-on demonstrations showcasing how today’s technological advances can assist in the areas of Education, Health, Career Planning, Communications, Personal Finance, and Youth Entrepreneurship.

 

Career Fair       students in  grades 9 - 12 and college                             9:00 am - 4:00 pm           
Exhibit Halls A&B

Representatives and recruiters from colleges, universities, and major employers from around the country will be available to meet with college and high school students, one-on-one, to discuss career opportunities in engineering and technology-related professions.



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