Technology

Sabathani broadband lab teaches technology as job finding tool

Sunday, 07 October 2012 12:10 Britta Anderson

Computers are taking over the world. In recent years technology use has been growing exponentially in almost all areas of life. It infiltrates our jobs, our homes, our schools and even our personal relationships. While much of this increasing use of technology is extremely beneficial, there is a major downfall: a large group of citizens are being left behind.

Technology training a way to stimulate our economy

Sunday, 07 October 2012 12:06 Britta Anderson

Can you imagine not knowing how to turn on a computer? For many low-income individuals throughout the Twin Cities metro area this is a harsh reality. In today's technology infiltrated world there is an increasing divide between those who have access to and are able to use computers and those who are not. This separation leads to a multitude of inequalities and creates a sizeable disadvantage in the job market. The University of Minnesota's Broadband Access Project (BAP) aims to close this gap through the development and enhancement of 12 public computer centers in four federally designated poverty zones in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Comcast makes internet accessible: Dungy named spokesman

Saturday, 29 September 2012 08:38 Harry Colbert, Jr.

With a broadening student achievement gap between African-Americans and whites, especially when it relates to low-income households; Comcast has a program it says can help close the divide.

Small computer center making large impact

Saturday, 22 September 2012 11:30 Britta Anderson

"It is my first time to touch computer and I am very happy."

These were the words exclaimed by Zulfa Fara, an Ethiopian immigrant who was at a computer center developed through the Broadband Access Project (BAP), an outreach project of the University of Minnesota's Urban Research and Outreach/Engagement Center (UROC). In response to the growing digital divide among underserved communities in the Twin Cities, UROC developed a project that aims to increase broadband access, awareness and use in four federally designated poverty zones in Minneapolis and St. Paul. The project is funded through a federal grant from the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program.

You can find anything you want in a computer

Wednesday, 05 September 2012 01:34 Britta Anderson

It is undeniable the Internet has become a key player in Americans' everyday lives. From keeping up to date on current news and connecting with loved ones to finding employment sources and promoting business it permeates most aspects of life. Despite this penetration, many Americans are still without access to broadband, or high-speed Internet access. The University of Minnesota's Broadband Access Project (BAP) seeks to lessen the digital divide by increasing broadband access, awareness, and use in four federally designated poverty zones in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Closing the digital divide for the Latino community

Tuesday, 21 August 2012 15:22

Salvador Patino, a University of Minnesota apprentice for Centro in South Minneapolis, is extremely passionate about helping the Latino community learn more about technology and how it is important to every day life.

Expand access, reduce digital divide

Monday, 20 August 2012 15:00 Antonio Lizano

Recently I was invited to speak at the graduation ceremony for the very first Asian Media Technology Training. That night the Asian community was overflowing with gratitude as supportive families of the graduates filled the audience of over 100 people. The 15 graduating students were honored and proud to be the first group to take part in this media training provided by the Asian Community Technology Center, with assistance from the University of Minnesota’s Broadband Access Project.

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