Program CITY: Instill Students with the Digital Literacy Skills Needed in a Technology-Infused World

Although a majority of US households have access to the internet, a digital divide remains. The Fresno State Technology Services has succeeded in closing the digital gaps in a number of impactful ways to prepare the next generation of leaders for a technology-driven world. Program CITY (Creativity, Innovation, Technology for Young Learners) allows Fresno State to deepen its relationships with the surrounding communities. At this session, we will reveal Program CITY, sponsored by Chevron and AWS, to provide a diverse and inclusive platform engaging the rural communities or those who are underrepresented or disadvantaged with a new technology program that values student creativity and skill development while fostering experience and interest in new emerging technologies, e.g., Mixed Reality. We will also share how we leverage our DXIHub’s Technology Experience program to inspire Fresno State students to explore different passions and interests to give back to their community. We will further discuss the enrichment of our students and region through STEM education, career development and the economic growth of our Valley.