Are you interested in the effects of technology on economic and social development? Do you wonder if smartphones will replace PCs? Interested in the role libraries play in community development? Curious about questions that can be addressed through big data? Passionate about digital inclusion & literacy, access to technology, communication, and information resources? Well, we have a great event for you. Come learn about the Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA)<http://tascha.uw.edu/> and various ways that you, as students, can get involved with our work. At this event, we'll provide a brief overview of TASCHA's work and share how students can get involved. You'll meet some of the folks who work at TASCHA and get a chance to talk with us about our work and your interests. There'll be plenty of time for mingling, discussion, questions, and of course, lunch! * What: Meet the Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) - lunch provided * Where: University of Washington, Bloedel Hall Common Area (outside of the classroom), in the lower level of Bloedel (follow signs for the Information School) * When: Thursday, November 3, 2016, 12:30-1:20pm About TASCHA<http://tascha.uw.edu/> The Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) at the University of Washington Information School explores the design, use, and effects of information and communication technologies in communities facing social and economic challenges. With experience in over 50 countries, TASCHA brings together a multidisciplinary network of researchers, practitioners, and policy experts to advance knowledge, create public resources, and improve policy and program design. Our purpose? To spark innovation and opportunities for those who need it most. Get our newsletter<http://tascha.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=15ba4d68a5574069ed7bf2cc1&id=c37397299b> | Like us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/tascharesearch> | Follow us on Twitter<https://twitter.com/taschagroup> -- Melody Clark Communications Manager Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) University of Washington Information School melclark@uw.edu<mailto:melclark@uw.edu> | 206.303.7910 Twitter: @taschagroup<https://twitter.com/taschagroup> | @melodyrclark<https://twitter.com/#!/melodyrclark> tascha.uw.edu<http://tascha.uw.edu/>