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The Ohio Department of Education, in conjunction with the Ohio IT Business Advisory Network and nine Ohio public colleges, is embarking on an initiative that seeks to encourage girls' interest in information technology (IT) and IT-related courses and careers. The first activity will be a pilot event at Edison Community College on October 6, 2006 followed by activities at eight Ohio campuses across Ohio, on November 17, 2006. Owens Community College is one of those eight.

The November 17th "We are IT" event at Owens Community College is designed to provide 9th and 10th grade students with a broad-based introduction to information technology application to different careers. The agenda for the event includes a variety of small group activities designed to help participants learn about the application of technology to the world of work through fun and interactive activities. The event will also include a keynote speaker and a facilitated lunch time conversation between participants and Ohio IT business professionals.