Lynda.com: New Login Process for FREE 24/7 Access

The login page for lynda.com has changed, resulting in a slightly different process for using lynda through UF when you are a new user or using a new device to access lynda for the first time. To log in and use your FREE lynda.com subscription offered by UFIT, click the ‘Log in’ button on the lynda homepage and type ‘www.ufl.edu’ into the box that says “Or, enter your organization’s URL to log in through their portal.” Next, just enter your GatorLink credentials and you’ll be ready to access nearly 5,000 video courses on topics including Python, SAS, Excel and InDesign. The new login page also includes ‘Remember Me’ by default, so you’ll be set for future log-ins. Please contact the UF Computing Help Desk for further assistance with the new login process.

People and Data Course Fall 2016

The Horizons Summer Immersive

The Horizons Summer Immersive supports 45 outstanding university students in their pursuit to become tomorrow's leaders in technology. The program is an immersive 3-month summer experience that teaches software engineering and provides students with the network and perspective needed to launch their careers in tech. The program requires no prior computer science or programming knowledge and is open to current university students of all ages. Students develop the arsenal of highly employable software engineers as well as the perspective of entrepreneurs.

Application Process/Criteria

Currently enrolled in a 4-year university program
Submission of transcript, resume, and standardized test scores on horizonsbootcamp.com.
Series of fit and technical interviews
Applications are on a rolling basis. The final deadline is May 16th, 2016 but we encourage students to apply sooner as the program is almost full.

Horizons Summer Immersive Details

780+ hours of learning to build web applications in Philadelphia this summer
1-on-1 mentorship from technology industry leaders
Speaker series consisting of entrepreneurs, engineers, investors, product managers and designers from successful technology companies & leading venture capital firms
Lifelong access to the Horizons Career Network

2016-18 UNESCO-IHE scholarship applications available

The Rotary Foundation and UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education are working together to tackle the world’s water and sanitation crisis and are offering up to 10 scholarships for graduate study at UNESCO-IHE's Delft campus in the Netherlands. The partnership aims to increase the number of trained professionals who can devise, plan, and implement water and sanitation solutions in developing areas. The scholarships also are designed to promote long-term productive relationships between Rotarians and skilled water and sanitation professionals in their communities.

Scholars will receive a Master of Science degree in urban water and sanitation, water management, or water science and engineering. Graduates work with their Rotary club sponsors on a related project to benefit their local community. The application deadline is 15 June. For more information, review the application toolkit and scholarship terms and conditions.

If you have questions, please contact grants@rotary.org.