Applications are currently being accepted from Arkansas’ brightest students for the 2013 Acxiom/UCA Information Technology Summer Camp. This highly competitive, grant-funded camp targets students entering grades 9-12 from across the state interested in learning more about the field of Information Technology.
The camp will be held on the UCA campus from July 24 – 27, 2013. Students can expect to learn valuable information about IT careers, receive technology training and experience a day at Acxiom Corporation, a high-tech company headquartered in Arkansas.
“The Acxiom/UCA IT Careers Camp has steadily grown the last six years and now hosts about fifty of the brightest technology students across Arkansas,” reports Dr. Jim Downy, Camp Coordinator and UCA professor. Due to the success and growth of the camp, a second, more advanced technology track is offered for returning campers to build upon their technical foundation.
This grant-funded camp, made possible by the generosity of ACXIOM Corporation, provides on-campus housing and meals at no cost to students. Students will be required to obtain transportation to and from UCA and required to stay on campus through the duration of the camp.
“Any student interested in technology as a career, no matter what their expertise level, may apply,” says Downey. To apply, students are required to submit an application and short essay online by the February 15 deadline. Enrollment is limited, so students are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible. The online application form and detailed information can be found at uca.edu/itcareerscamp.
About Axciom
Acxiom is a recognized leader in marketing services and technology that enable marketers to successfully manage audiences, personalize consumer experiences and create profitable customer relationships. With over 40 years of experience in data management, Acxiom delivers high-performance, highly secure, reliable information management services. Founded in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, and serves clients around the world.
Contact information:
Camp Coordinator Dr. Jim Downey, UCA jdowney@uca.edu (501) 450-5327ACXIOM Contact Allison Nicholas allison.nicholas@acxiom.com
| Scheduling & Events Coordinator Donna Murphy, UCA donnam@uca.edu 501-852-2699 |
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