Media Advisory: Computer science program brings public school children to Wake Forest
Who: Wake Forest University’s Computer Science department faculty/undergraduates and local public school students
What: A hands-on computer science experience, called Connecting2CS, for 50 students in grades 5 -11, which is part of Wake Forest senior Riana Freedman’s honors thesis.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 8:30 a.m. to Noon.
Where: Wake Forest Campus – Manchester Hall.
Why: To introduce students to computer science through a series of different age-appropriate and fun hands-on activities. On Feb. 21, students will use MaKey MaKeys, invention kits that turn every day objects into touchpads. Learn more here:
About Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University combines the best traditions of a small liberal arts college with the resources of a large research university. Founded in 1834, the school is located in Winston-Salem, N.C. The University’s graduate school of arts and sciences, divinity school, and nationally ranked schools of law, medicine and business enrich our intellectual environment. Learn more about Wake Forest University at www.wfu.edu.
