As a founding member of the Internet2 Consortium, Penn has always been at the forefront of participation in the research and education networking global community. Faculty, staff, and students at the University of Pennsylvania leverage the power of MAGPI and Internet2 in new and exciting ways in the lab and in the classroom.

Supporting Interactive and Advanced Video in the Classroom: A Workshop for Technology Integrators and Network Specialists
K20 Technology Integrators and Support Staff and Network Specialists

This session will show you how to add video conferencing, content sharing, and other video technologies into existing and new construction spaces. We will cover: Display placement and type; audio reinforcement and microphone placement; window treatments and room lighting. In addition to physical space considerations, we will look at how to configure your network for video conferencing and...

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Teaching and Learning with Internet2 in Higher Education Symposium
Higher Education Faculty and Staff, Administrators, Technology Staff and K20 Educators

MAGPI and NJEDge.Net are pleased to partner with Bucks County Community College and Mercer County Community College to bring you this exciting symposium event!

Advanced research and education networks, such as Internet2, offer higher education faculty and their students opportunities to connect to a diverse array of resources and to collaborate with partners around the world to enhance...

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The 2011 MAGPI Fellows Program

PLEASE NOTE: Due to inclement weather, the deadline for applications has been extended to FEBRUARY 2, 2001.

Through the generosity of the Thickman Family Charitable Foundation, MAGPI is again able to offer THE MAGPI FELLOWS PROGRAM for 2011.

Each year, the MAGPI FELLOWS PROGRAM provides a series of experiences to foster the construction of...

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The Crisis in Haiti: What Can YOU Do to Help?
K12 Students, College/University Students

The earthquake in Haiti shattered lives, devastating a country - - and the world responded. Most importantly, youth responded in innovative and amazing ways. Join schools around the world for this groundbreaking international videoconference and webcast to hear what youth are doing to help the victims of the Haiti earthquake. You'll also hear from aid organizations who are continually...

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The Institute of Museum and Library Services: Grants and Programs
K20 Educators, Researchers and Technology Support Staff; Development Staff

MAGPI is pleased to present this workshop as part of its Spring 2011 Grants & Funding Series.

Join Mary Alice Ball, Senior Program Officer at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, for this interactive session entitled The Institute of Museum and Library Services: Grants and Programs.This session will provide an...

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The Life of an Opera Singer: Meeting Jason Collins
Students in Grades 9-12; College Students

Have you ever thought about having a career as a singer?  How about a career as an opera singer?  Join us as we meet up-and-coming tenor Jason Collins who sings the role of Cassio in the Opera Company of Philadelphia's production of Verdi's Otello in October, 2010. Jason will fill you in on what's it like to be a singer, from learning his craft to working in foreign countries and more.

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The Life of an Opera Singer: Meeting Justin Hopkins
Students in Grades 9-12; College Students

Have you ever thought about having a career as a singer?  How about a career as an opera singer?  Join us as we meet the very young up-and-coming bass-baritone Justin Hopkins who sings the role of Friar Laurence in the Opera Company of Philadelphia's production of Gounod's Romeo and Juliet in February, 2011. Justin will fill you in on what's it like to be a singer, from learning his craft to...

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