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HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES The Leading Edge Bowie State expands impact of innovation in computer science and technology. By Hilary Burns # They say location is everything. For Bowie State University, a location just outside of Washington, DC, in Bowie, Maryland, places it in the hub of the nation’s ﬁght against cyber-terrorisim, a prime position for students in its top-notch computer science and computer technology programs. “We are a ﬁrst-rate, comprehensive university with outstanding programs,” says the university’s president Mickey L. Burnim. “No matter what interests students may have, they can come to Bowie State and succeed.” Student-Centric Founded in 1865, Bowie State is the oldest historically black university in Maryland. Today students hail from 36 states and 26 countries. This diverse student body of 5,400 can choose from 23 undergraduate majors and 35 master’s, doctoral, and advanced certiﬁcation programs. In addition to computer technology, they are drawn to programs like nursing, bioinformatics, sports management, and digital media arts. “Our campus strives to be student-centered, focusing on their success,” Burnim says. “Students have great ambitions and here they receive the assistance they need to achieve those goals.” Cyber Studies 14000 Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD 301.860.4000 bowiestate.edu 58 AUGUST 2013 usairwaysmag.com With so many news headlines about computer hacking and other security breaches, it’s clear that demand is high for workers with degrees in computer science and computer technology. Bowie State is working to meet that demand. The university houses advanced teaching and research facilities including a FlexPod, one of the latest computing innovations that has the capabilities of a supercomputer in a box the size of two student desks. It’s no wonder that students interested in computer science ﬂock to Bowie. “Through our curriculum, students are trained to build out, manage, and maintain this powerful device,” says Dr. Lethia Jackson, chair of the computer science department. “In our Bowie Satellite Operations and Control Center, they get hands-on experience managing satellite data and are ready for internships after their ﬁrst year of study.” Bowie State has also been named a national center for academic excellence in information assurance education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. http://www.bowiestate.edu http://www.bowiestate.edu http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - August 2013

US Airways - August 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Architectural Attractions
Wine & Dine: Italy's Gourmet Capital
Adventure: Diving for Dinner
Golf: The Wyndham Championship
Adventure: Drive Time at Bondurant
Great Escapes: Riu Resorts
Gear Up: Tools to Stay Cool
Travel Feature: Seattle's Outdoor Delights
US Airways: Staffing the Skies
Health Matters: Rapid Recovery
Special Section: Historically Black Colleges & Universities
Must Read: The Book of Immortality
Great Dates: Euphoria Festival
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Giving: Pulling Together
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - August 2013