Three School of Information Technology students have been selected to be honored at the Illinois Technology Foundation’s 2011 50 for the Future® Celebration. This program “recognizes exceptional students with an interest in and potential to use technology in innovative ways.” The School of Information Technology students recognized in 2011 are:
Kyanne Baker, a senior majoring in Information Systems
Andrew Erickson, a graduate student majoring in Information Systems
Christopher Murphy, B.S. in Computer Science May 2011, currently employed at Discover Financial and pictured with Glenn Schneider, CIO Discover Financial
The Illinois Technology Foundation (ITF) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the development of the technology talent pipeline in the State of Illinois by creating and coordinating mentorships, internships and networking opportunities. We work closely with industry, academia, and government in order to fulfill our mission.
The Fifty For The Future® Celebration provides encouragement and recognition to students who pursue innovation through technology, providing access to business leaders to showcase their talent. Winners are chosen through a rigorous nomination and judging process, focused on high school through university and graduate level programs. The celebration is attended by industry leaders, judges, winners and their families, Foundation sponsors and other supporters of the technology industry. Additional information can be found here.
