The School of Technology will present its third Technology Week, March 16–20, with the theme, “Globalization and Technology.” Undergraduate, graduate, community college and high school students, along with the university community and corporate partners, are invited to participate.

Globalization has changed the world in which we work due to technology innovations.

“As students prepare themselves to go into the workplace and compete in the 21st century, understanding how globalization and culture affect them will be paramount,” said Dr. Sherry F. Abernathy, assistant dean of student success for the School of Technology. “The university’s strategic plan, Preeminence 2020, speaks to becoming a diverse and inclusive campus community. Likewise, the School of Technology advocates preparing students for the global society.”

The purpose of Technology Week is to educate, inform and display the field of technology and its place as a career choice. Technology is one of the fields that is in a job growth pattern and meets the strategic direction of the country by increasing jobs in STEM.

The sixth annual Extreme IT Day will take place Tuesday, March 17, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. The event introduces high school students to enterprise computing technologies, including mainframe and cloud technologies. Students will participate in hands-on exercises and challenges to receive a glimpse of what goes on in the computing world of mainframe and cloud applications. Corporate participants include IBM, Red Hat, BB &T, Clear Blade, IT-ology, Cisco, Dell, Fidelity and others.

Events planned for the community are listed below:

Monday, March 16
9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, and Geomatics Demonstrations and Tours

Wednesday, March 18
6–8 p.m.
Innovations and Technology Program/Reception with speaker on “Globalization and Technology”

Thursday, March 19
Noon–2 p.m.
Graphics Communication Systems, Applied Engineering Technology, and Motorsports Demonstrations and Tours

Thursday, March 19
6–8 p.m.
Women in Technology Panel Discussion/Reception, Demonstrations and Tours

Come and be a part of a technology-driven week. For additional information and to RSVP, call 336-334-7359, email bcwillis@ncat.edu or click here to visit the website.

This spring, the Center for Outreach in Alzheimer’s, Aging, and Community Health (COAACH) will conduct a four-part “Healthy Aging Lunch and Learn Series” and continue its monthly Caregiver Support Group program, to support caregivers for Alzheimer’s patients.

All events will be at N.C. A&T’s COAACH Center, 2105 Yanceyville Street in Greensboro.

The lunch and learn series will begin Friday, March 13, with lunch provided. Registration is required and there is no cost to attend. Contact Felicia W. Russell at 336-285-2200 or via email.

Healthy Aging Lunch and Learn Series

Friday March 13
11:45 a.m. –1:30 p.m.
Family Caregiver Communication: Holding a Family Meeting
Presenters: Jodi Kolada and Will Golding, Adult Center for Enrichment
This session will cover the importance of holding a family discussion focused on the care of a loved-one and tools to help organize a meeting. Resources for seniors will be provided.

Friday March 27
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Caring for your loved-one at home
Presenter: Cindy Hawks, Home Instead Senior Care
The discussion will cover room-by-room home safety and identify ways to create a safe environment while caring for a loved one. Participants will receive a packet and checklist for simple and affordable home modifications.

Friday April 10
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Information on the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Presenter: Kenneth Wilkins, N.C. Department of Insurance
Participants will receive information from the N.C. Department of Insurance on how SHIIP can assist with Medicare, Medicare Part D, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage and long-term care insurance. SHIIP resource materials will be provided.

Tuesday April 14
11:45 a.m. –1:15 p.m.
Healthy Habits for a Healthier You
Presenter: Scott Herrick, Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter
Participants will learn how creating healthier habits can improve their general health and ways to prevent or manage some age-related illnesses. Materials from the Alzheimer’s Association as well as the National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging will be available.

Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Group

The Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Group meets the third Monday of each month, 6–7:15 p.m. Caregivers are invited to attend for support, to learn and share information about caring for their loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease. Open sharing is encouraged and confidentiality is stressed.

The next meeting will be Monday, March 16. Scott Herrick of the Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter will speak on “Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors: Driving, Finances and Doctor’s Visits.”