BHEF Supports National Computer Science Education Week, Dec. 6–12 |
Says computer science is vital to the STEM community
Washington, DC (December 2, 2009) — The Business-Higher Education Forum (BHEF) today announced its support of National Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) December 6-12, an effort to raise the profile of computer science as a transforming industry that drives technology innovation and bolsters economic productivity.
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) is taking the lead on plans for commemorating CSEdWeek and has developed a Web site, www.CSedweek.org, to serve as the central resource hub.
Citing the influence of computing technology as a significant contributor to the U.S. economy, the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year passed a resolution (http://thomas.loc.gov/home/gpoxmlc111/hr558_ih.xml) officially designating the week and calling on educators and policy makers to improve computer science learning at all levels and to motivate increased participation in the field.
“Efforts such as CSEdWeek, as well as National Lab Day will help move ideas into action and keep the importance of STEM education within our nation’s collective conscience,” says BHEF Executive Director Brian K. Fitzgerald, Ph.D.
About the Business-Higher Education Forum
BHEF brings together an extraordinary coalition of corporate, academic, and foundation members to advance innovative solutions to our nation's education challenges in order to enhance U.S. competitiveness. BHEF’s executive committee includes numerous nationally recognized corporate and higher education executives who provide leadership in education, nationally and locally.
To learn more, visit BHEF’s Web site at www.bhef.com or read our publications.
About ACM
ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery www.acm.org, is the world’s largest educational and scientific computing society, uniting computing educators, researchers and professionals to inspire dialogue, share resources and address the field’s challenges. ACM strengthens the computing profession’s collective voice through strong leadership, promotion of the highest standards, and recognition of technical excellence. ACM supports the professional growth of its members by providing opportunities for life-long learning, career development, and professional networking.
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