Texas State AITP

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what is aitp

The Association of Information Technology Professionals is an organization that has kept pace with the changing needs and interests of the IT industry. It is a group composed of IT professionals, students, and numerous volunteers scattered across all fields, professions, and regions that have one goal: the advancement of individual growth through networking and mentoring to promote creativity in the IT world.

who is texas state aitp

Texas State AITP encapsulates the core values of AITP and reproduces the same high level benefits that are gained at a national level. As a student chapter, we urge our members to utilize every tool that is available to help propel us through our educational career and help our transition into a professional career. When we are not busy putting together events such as our annual IT Symposium or preparing for regional and national competitions, our officers and members are hard at work in the community participating in local projects such as Bobcat Build, a community outreach program, or helping to create the first ever AITP High School chapter in the nation.

our mission

Texas State AITP is committed to improving the understanding of the nature and functions of IT (Information Technology) in the business environment. We strive to foster among students a better understanding of the vital business role of IT including the most current hardware and software, the proper relationship of IT to management, and the necessity for a professional attitude among IT professionals in their approach to understanding and applying the principles underlying the science of Information Technology. We will encourage professional and social networking between students, faculty, and business professionals in an informative and technologically advanced environment.

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What is it?

Texas State AITP's annual IT Symposium is a one-day event designed for Central and South Texas college, university, and high school students interested in the field of Information Technology. Our event is designed to acclimate students to the IT field and university lifestyle. Throughout the day there will be a keynote speaker session, several IT based competitions, many IT and university focused speaker sessions from faculty, professors, and IT professionals, access to exhibitor and sponsor booths from well known IT companies, and tours of the Texas State University data centers. We hope to show everyone attending what it is like to work in the IT field and to begin creating those connections that will lead you throughout your career.

Where is it?

Our IT Symposium takes place at the Texas State University - San Marcos campus at the McCoy College of Business Administration located at the center of campus.

Directions to the McCoy College of Business Administration

When is it?

The IT Symposium is an annual event that occurs in the Fall semester. Historically, the event is on a Friday at the very end of October or very beginning of November.

How much does it cost?

Pricing for the IT Symposium changes year over year. The most recent pricing is the following:

Attendees: $15/person early-bird fee(before 10/30/2011); $20/person regular fee

What sort of competitions are there?

The competitions change year over year depending on popularity and attendance based on early registration. In the past, the following competitions have been offered:

2010 IT Symposium: PC Troubleshooting; Java; Office 2007
2009 IT Symposium: PC Troubleshooting; Java; Office 2007 Applications
2008 IT Symposium: PC Troubleshooting; Java; Excel 2007; Website Design; Access 2007

How can I show my interest in attending?

We want anyone interested to attend our IT Symposium! To get in touch with us, please email the Chief Executive Officer, President, Executive Vice President, or any of the Faculty Advisors on our Contacts page located here.

Past IT Symposium websites

The past three year's IT Symposium websites can be viewed by clicking on the respective links below:

2010 IT Symposium

2009 IT Symposium

2008 IT Symposium