New America PIT Summer Speaker Series
New America Public Interest Technology (PIT) Summer Speaker Series
Public Interest Technology University Network (PIT-UN) is inviting people from all walks of life interested in learning about, starting a career in, or advancing their knowledge of public interest technology (PIT) to participate in the 2022 PIT-UN Summer Speaker Series.
The 12-part lecture series will draw from some of the foremost experts in the field to teach foundational concepts, skills, and knowledge for advancing Public Interest Technology (PIT).
The program, designed for students and individuals interested in public interest technology, begins June 20 and runs through July 1. Each of the speaker modules explores a different PIT focus and requires a 10-hour time commitment. The speaker series is self-paced and individuals who complete the required modules will earn a PIT-UN digital badge.
WHY TAKE THE SPEAKER SERIES?
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PIT is the next-gen tech movement fueled by a diverse group of people with interdisciplinary skills who are CHANGING THE WORLD.
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You’ll learn from and interact with some of the foremost PIT experts and practitioners who are faculty at PIT-UN institutions.
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Anyone, from high school to higher ed students to mid-career tech and non-profit professionals, can benefit from the self-paced sessions.
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You’ll learn about the latest PIT projects, disciplines, and career pathways. Plus, ideas about how to advance your PIT knowledge and involvement once you are back at campus or if you are considering a career switch.
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If you complete two required and three of the mix and match modules you will earn an Introduction to Public Interest Technology Digital Badge that you can display on your social media channels or add to your resume to show your advanced knowledge in this next-gen tech field.
Register here: https://pitcases.org/public-interest-technology-summer-speaker-series/