PISCES: Pacific Islands Schools, Connectivity, Education and Solar Project

Remote island regions face many challenges when establishing reliable Internet connections and introducing technology into schools and communities. This talk draws from Professor Hosman's in-the-field experiences with technology-for-development projects, focusing on the PISCES Project, a multi-partnered, education-focused technology project in Micronesia. Using solar powered long-distance wireless connections and an all-in-one Solar-Computer-Lab-in-a-Box, the PISCES Project aims to demonstrate a more affordable, sustainable means of providing ICT and connectivity to off-grid locations. The talk will highlight the importance of meaningful local skills-building and well-designed partnerships as promising methods for moving forward with technology-for-development projects.
A demo of the newest Solar-Computer-Lab-in-a-Box prototype will be displayed at the talk!

Speaker: Laura Hosman, Illinois Institute of Technology

Room 250