Category: College of Computer and Information Technology

College of Computer and Information Technology

Robotics Club generates interest for SPC technology students

February 23, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, computer technologyAdrian Tillman

Interested in joining St. Petersburg College’s Robotics Club? Clubs are one way the College of Computer & Information Technology (CCIT) strives to stimulate student interest in information technology. One professor who is piloting a Robotics Club is CCIT Professor Adrian Tillman. Tillman has been with the college since fall 2011. Previously a lead software engineer … Continue reading Robotics Club generates interest for SPC technology students →

Hacksummit hosts virtual conference

February 18, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, expoLaura Malave

Hacksummit will be hosting a Virtual Developer/Programming Conference in February. Free of charge, the event will feature: Lectures from creators of programming language Contributors to Open Source Thought leaders Hacksummit is unique because out of all virtual conferences, it is the largest. It is also known for being the largest type of programming conference of … Continue reading Hacksummit hosts virtual conference →

Professor William Cross nominated by SHARE

February 10, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, FacultyWilliam Cross

Professor William Cross was nominated by SHARE for Best Speaker Award. Dr. Cross teaches upper division courses for the College of Computer & Information Technology. He was nominated by the attendees of his session who prepared an evaluation of the session content. The evaluation was reviewed by the SHARE Board along with evaluations of hundreds … Continue reading Professor William Cross nominated by SHARE →

Women in Tech comes to Startup Week

February 4, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, entrepreneurshipLaura Malave

Women in Tech is just one event that will be featured at Tampa Bay StartUp Week. Since StartUp Week is a five-day celebration of your community, all are encouraged to join in this new type of conference that builds momentum and opportunity to become an entrepreneur. This event is led by entrepreneurs and hosted in the entrepreneurial spaces … Continue reading Women in Tech comes to Startup Week →

Valpak hosts facility tour for TBTF

January 22, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, Technology EventsLaura Malave

Please join the staff, board and members of the Tampa Bay Technology Forum (TBTF) for an evening of networking, learn about our membership and our host organization, and get a tour of the Valpak facility. The first quarter will be hosted by Valpak Chair, Chris Cate. Valpak event details Learn more about the event at … Continue reading Valpak hosts facility tour for TBTF →

Career Fair comes to TBTF on March 25

January 20, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, expoLaura Malave

It’s that time again for the Tampa Bay Technology Forum (TBTF) Career Fair. The Career Fair will continue to encourage participation from hiring managers and senior leadership as we expand with tracks for students and veterans and open our doors to all job seekers at large at no cost. Learn more about how St. Petersburg College can prepare … Continue reading Career Fair comes to TBTF on March 25 →

SPC awards students with Smart Choice Scholarships

January 15, 2016College of Computer and Information TechnologyKimberly Gaskin

The College of Computer & Information Technology of St. Petersburg College (SPC) offers Smart Choice Scholarships, where students can receive $500 or $1,000 scholarships for the fall and spring semesters. Students who are eligible for the Smart Choice Scholarship can apply online for the fall 2016 term through the Foundation website. The CCIT Advisory Committee … Continue reading SPC awards students with Smart Choice Scholarships →

Top tools for becoming a professional developer

January 14, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, computer technologyAdrian Tillman

Now that the holiday season has come and gone, I know many of you have holiday cash that’s burning a hole in your pocket. Wait a minute. Before you go out and buy that new pair of Air Yeezy sneakers, how about making an investment in yourself first? If you plan on becoming a professional … Continue reading Top tools for becoming a professional developer →

Exploratory Lab provides networking opportunity

January 7, 2016College of Computer and Information Technology, Student Storiesexploratory labKimberly Gaskin

James Farley was just one of two students who attended last year’s Tampa Bay Technology Forum Exploratory Lab Program, which was hosted by a team of educators from St. Petersburg College’s College of Computer & Information Technology, Valpak and Tech Data. From Farley’s standpoint, the purpose of the exploratory lab was to “help students who … Continue reading Exploratory Lab provides networking opportunity →

SPC introduces new IT classes for spring term

December 4, 2015College of Computer and Information TechnologyCCIT CoursesKimberly Gaskin

This spring, St. Petersburg College introduces two new IT classes. The new classes are part of recent changes to two programs in the College of Computer & Information Technology. The Technology Development and Management Bachelor of Applied Science Management Information Systems (formerly ISM 4301), is now known as ISM 3011 and is part of the Major … Continue reading SPC introduces new IT classes for spring term →