Monthly Archive for May, 2011

Presenting Data and Information

Published on May 9, 2011 in Misc.. 0 Comments

A One Day Course Taught by Edward Tufte

This class is presented by Edward Tufte. Edward Tufte has written seven books, including Beautiful Evidence, Visual Explanations, Envisioning Information, The Visual Display of Quantitative Information, and Data Analysis for Politics and Policy. He writes, designs, and self-publishes his books on analytical design, which have received more than 40 awards for content and design. He is Professor Emeritus at Yale University, where he taught courses in statistical evidence, information design, and interface design. His current work includes landscape sculpture, printmaking, video and a new book.

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IXD Bauhaus

Published on May 9, 2011 in Misc.. 0 Comments

From physical metaphors to content-driven experiences, the look & feel of the user interface is changing. Join us for a night of discussion and debate on chromelessness, typography, reduction, infographics & skeumorphism. Light snacks and full bar will be available throughout the evening.

Speaker info and RSVP here:
http://www.aigaseattle.org/events/ixd-bauhaus

Scholarships for Women in Computer Degree Programs

Published on May 6, 2011 in Misc.. 0 Comments

The Association of Women in Computing in Puget Sound offers two $1,000 scholarships each year.

Each year, AWC/PS offers $1000 scholarships to two women enrolled in an Information Technology program in a Puget Sound area college. Please pass this on to your students to apply for this scholarship. They may apply on-line at http://www.awcps.org/scholarships. Applications must be postmarked or e-mailed by May 15, 2011. Continue reading ‘Scholarships for Women in Computer Degree Programs’