The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has a new professional development program designed to enhance proficiency in the use of technology.

The Staff Technology Administrative Training Program (STAT) is now available for enrollment. Employees who enroll in the program will have an opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to increase their productivity using the latest technology.

Participants will become more adept at handling and prioritizing multiple projects, managing time and increasing effectiveness when communicating ideas using technology. Workshops incorporate practice exercises that allow participants to practice what they have learned in a fun, high-energy environment.

The core curriculum consists of workshops designed to introduce employees to computer workspace, computer desktop organization, software installation, virus protection and identity theft, and Lotus Notes. Upon completion of the workshops and three electives, participants are awarded a certificate of completion.

For more information about STAT and other technical training programs, contact DoIT's Technology Training Team: Angie Swann-Jones, amswannj@ncat.edu or 336-285-4490, or LaKetta Lee, ldlee1@ncat.edu or 336-285-4493.

The 2012 Aggie football season is approaching, and it presents another opportunity for N.C. A&T faculty and staff to show off their Aggie Pride by attending home games.

Discounted season ticket books at $145 each for reserved sections at Aggie Stadium (seven home games) are on sale now through Wednesday, Aug. 1. Employees may purchase up to four season ticket books at the reduced price via check or credit card (VISA, MasterCard or American Express).

Employees also have the option of a 12-month payroll deduction plan—that’s $12.08 per month for each season book purchased. Payroll deduction starts with the July pay period, and the deadline to take advantage of this offer is Friday, June 15.

Don't miss the experience of Aggie football this fall. In Rod Broadway’s first season as the Aggies head coach in 2011, A&T went 5-6 overall and 4-4 in the MEAC. The Aggies produced a 2,000-yard passer, a 1,000-yard receiver and a 1,000-yard rusher for the first time in school history.

Come see all the exciting action in store for 2012. Get your discounted season tickets today!

For more information on employee season tickets, visit www.ncataggies.com and download the Employee Authorization Form, or call the athletics department at 336-334-7686.

Faculty members from North Carolina A&T and Penn State will conduct a two-day workshop for A&T faculty, post-docs, and doctoral students in the sciences and engineering who are interested in integrating the ethical dimensions of coupled natural and human systems into their classes.

The “Ethical Dimensions of Coupled Natural and Human Systems Research” workshop will be held on campus Aug. 13-14. The location and times will be announced soon. Details on the event are here. Funding is provided by the National Science Foundation.

The workshop is designed to improve pedagogical methods and capacity building strategies. Researchers will learn how to incorporate research ethics content into existing curriculum and will acquire the ability to develop content tailored to their area of expertise.

A&T faculty members sponsoring the workshop are Dr. Keith Schimmel, chairman of the Department of Energy and Environmental Systems (EES); Dr. Luba Kurkalova, Department of Economics and Energy and Department of Environmental Systems (EES); and Dr. Yengeniy Rastigeyev, Department of Mathematics and EES.

Contact Schimmel, schimmel@ncat.edu, 336-285-2329, by Sunday, July 15, to register or for more information. You must reserve a spot to attend. There is no charge for the workshop and it is open only to A&T researchers.