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Today's news looks at Gov. Kasich's new budget proposal, NOAA's next supercomputer, STEM Divas inspiring girls love for science, Intel buys German broadband company, and MOOC announces partnership with China's online education platform...

Today's news looks at Harvard using big data, the cable industry opposing the broadband definition, a supercomputer helping to improve ethanol and petroleum production, libraries offering free 3D printing, and women falling behind in earning a STEM bachelor's degree...

In today's news we look at Intel donating money to promote STEM, Ohio State ranking in the top 10 for best distance learning, the increase in broadband access across the world, the ASC Supercomputer Challenge, and Ohio's new dual enrollment plan...

In today's news we look at Columbus State aligning with Fort Hayes, an Ohio air force base getting a supercomputer, Obama's promise on net neutrality, the problems online courses are facing, and the potential impact that will occur with free community college... 

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There is no denying the extreme impact technology is having on our nation’s education system. A growing number of schools leverage the latest advancements in technology to create innovative and adaptable learning environments for their students. Ohio’s students, as a result of this trend, are well equipped with the technological literacy needed to enter the 21st century workforce. 

In today's news we look at the possibility of using a supercomputer to help with self-driving cars, a manufacturing institute opening in Detroit, MI, the best metro areas for STEM workers, Colgate University offering free online courses to alumni, and Ohio libraries worried about state cuts. 

In today's news we look at using Big Data in mining, President Obama to promote broadband access, a Cray supercomputer to be used in data research for the state of Hawaii, a new Ohio law that helps veterans pursuing a higher education, and higher education initiatives for Ohio students. 

Gaming the Supercomputer System

Greg Harmon, of Dragonfly Capital, recently opened an investment blog post with an angle that caught my eye:

“Looking for that gift for the nerd that has everything? Well how about a supercomputer? These babies have the power of 50 million laptops. That should get them an edge playing Xbox against their friends.”

Harmon made a quick pivot and went on to pitch giving “the thrill of supercomputing” by making presents of supercomputer stock from companies, such as Cray.

College of Wooster, Timkin Science Library

Julia Chance Gustafson has been at the forefront of major changes in librarianship since arriving at the College of Wooster on Feb. 1, 1982.

Currently a research and outreach librarian, Julia started her career as a reference librarian, with responsibilities for coordinating the College of Wooster’s library instruction program. Since then, Julia worked as an electronic services librarian and access services librarian.

In today's news we look at the high frequency of high school students taking college courses, family trips to boost an interest in STEM, Cray making a deal with the Department of Defense, Congress making cuts to financial aid, and scientists facing ethical dilemas when researching big-data. 

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