I. What's New
A.T4T Assistance Program
B. Seminar: Technical Decision Making for Non-Technical Managers.

II. Resources
A. Tech Tip: Virus Watch
B. Job Opening
C. Mandate the Future EVENT 2002; Online Youth Forum on Sustainable
Development
D. Software Resources

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I. What's New
A. T4T Assistance Program
Teaming for Technology (T4T) at United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania delivers a wide array of technology assistance services in order to improve back office efficiency and enhance service delivery through the strategic use of technology. We are pleased to be able to offer these services on a larger scale through open membership to the T4T Assistance Program. Specific description of services and outline of fee structure is available on our website. Check it out at http://www.uwsepa.org/team4tech/

Everyone enjoying the summer weather? Remember in this heat that turning off your monitor or setting your computer to sleep or hibernate when you are not actively using it will reduce the heat that it produces. You can control these settings on a PC by clicking on the Start Menu *Settings* Control Panel. Double click on "Display" under a monitor icon. Click on the Screen Saver tab near the top of the window. Then, click on the "Power" button next to the EnergyStar (if you have one). You can choose how long your computer and monitor should be idle before turning off or going to sleep.

Remember!
Our website is now live in Spanish. Check it out:
http://www.uwsepa.org/team4tech/

B. TechConnect Seminar: "Technical Decisions for Non-Technical Managers"
Brought to you by TechFoundation and Teaming for Technology at United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Learn how to apply good decision-making skills to technology by:
*Understanding how to factor long-term costs and benefits into technology decisions
*Knowing where to turn for advice and assistance
*Finding out how to avoid the most typical problems with technology decisions

Presented by Rey Ramsey,
CEO, One Economy Corporation
Rey Ramsey is the CEO of One Economy. He is a nationally respected social entrepreneur and the author, with Ben Hecht, of ManagingNonprofits.org: Dynamic Management for the Digital Age (John Wiley & Sons). Prior to the founding of One Economy in July of 2000, Rey served as President and Chief Operating Officer of The Enterprise Foundation. He served in the cabinet For two governors of Oregon as the state's Director of Housing and Community Services. Rey serves on many boards including the Schnitzer Investment Corporation, Kaboom!, the Advisory Board of the Brookings Institution Center on Urban and Metropolitan Policy, the National Center for Victims of Crime and Habitat for Humanity International, where he serves as Vice Chair. He is a graduate of Rutgers University and the University of Virginia Law School.

July 11, 2002
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
See the end of this email for the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

II. Resources
A.Tech Tip: Virus Watch
1. Virus Hoax: Warnings are circulating about "The Worst Virus Ever"
claiming that an email with the subject-line "Virtual Card for You" is a
horrible virus. This email is a hoax; it is a warning about a virus that
does not exist. This warning frequently references CNN, McAfee and/or Norton AntiVirus without supplying a web address to see more information on these sites.

2. McAfee warning:The virus W32/Yaha.g@MM has had its risk increased to medium for home users. For more information visit http://www.mcafee.com/anti-virus/viruses/yaha/?cid=3459

B. Job Opening:
2 FULL-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Coordinator, AmeriCorps Program to Bridge the Digital Divide
Start date: 9/1/02

The University of Pennsylvania's Center for Community Partnerships is seeking a new coordinator for Penn's AmeriCorps Program to Bridge the Digital Divide.

Americorps is the 'domestic peace corps,' a federal program with thousands of Members that is based upon "Getting Things Done." (Information on the national program can be found at www.cns.gov; the important information on the local program follows.)
Description: If you have wanted to work with the West Philadelphia community and/or address issues of the Digital Divide, here is your chance! This program provides both hardware and curriculum support directly to the community. The person selected for this position will team with a co-coordinator to motivate and guide to 35 Penn students and 4 High school students. While addressing the West Philadelphia community at large, particular emphasis will be placed on supporting two local high school tech centers, collaborating with local after-school programs in communities of faith, and developing additional tech support materials for non-profits.
Pay:
- Salary is $19,200 per year
- The program is affiliated with AmeriCorps, so the person will also receive
an additional $4,725 education award at the end of his/her term of service
- Loan forbearance/postponement is also available
- Health insurance is provided

Responsibilites of the job include:
- Recruiting Penn students to provide technology service to local schools,
communities of faith, and non-profits
- Coordinating Penn student relationships with 14 existing sites
- Working directly with high school students and community members
- Initiating creative new tech-based programs and developing course ideas

More information on the program can be found at:
www.upenn.edu/ccp/digitaldivide/

Please address all questions or correspondance to:
Paul Vinelli
AmeriCorps Program to Bridge the Digital Divide
Center for Community Partnerships
133 S. 36th Street, Suite 519
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215 898 TECH (8324)
paul76@sas.upenn.edu
Additional Qualifications:
- A desire and ability to work closely with the community is the most
important criteria
- Organizational skills and an ability to direct and motivate others are
essential
- Knowledge of hardware and software and ability to troubleshoot computers
- Ability to establish and network labs
- Basic knowledge of computer applications and the use of the Internet
- Some experience working with the community and teaching highly desirable

C. Mandate the Future EVENT 2002; Online Youth Forum on Sustainable Development
WHAT IS EVENT 2002?: Its an online discussion forum on Sustainable Development. Starting on the 24th of June 2002 up to the 28th, an expert panel of Sustainable Development experts will be answering questions posed by more than 40 thousand young people from over 40 countries.

WHERE IS IT?: Online at http://www.ctrlaltesc.org

WHAT CAN YOU DO?:Read expert views, Find out what young people from different countries have to say. Make comments, talk to other young people from all over the world. Share experiences and make suggestions! Join in the debate across various topics in SD. You DON'T need to register to take part. Simply log on to http://www.ctrlaltesc.org starting on the 24th June 2002 and you are in!
More information: rudes@mandatethefuture.org or http://www.ctrlaltesc.org

D. Software Resources:

1. The Association of Christian Community Computer Centers lists resources for finding and requesting donated software. Included are sample letters that have successfully received equipment.
http://www.ac4.org/resources/software.html
2. Educational Software Reviews:
http://www.kidsdomain.com/review/subjects.html.
http://www.superkids.com/

Any questions about this newsletter or topics you'd like to see covered, email phillyteamtech@yahoogroups.com.

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TechConnect Seminar FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

* Who should attend?

All are welcome, but this presentation will be particularly useful for nonprofit board members, chief executive officers, chief operating officers, chief financial officers, and other nonprofit executives.

* Do I need any expertise in information technology to benefit from
attending this session?

No. This is a non-technical presentation designed for professionals who are experts in other aspects of nonprofit administration, planning, and implementation.

* What is the format for this event?

There will be a presentation, with time allotted for questions,
announcements, and shop talk.

* Do I need to make reservations?

Yes. Seating is limited. To register online for the TechConnect session,
please go to Web based event registration http://techconnect.kintera.org/philadelphia. If you do not have access to the web, please send an email to techconnect@techfoundation.org or fax back the registration form 617-354.7510 In order to accept your registration, we must have your name, organization, title, email address, street address, phone number, and fax number. (Please print as clearly as possible.). IMPORTANT NOTE -
*Due to limited seating capacity, registration will be accepted until July
8, 2002 and attendees will be registered on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to nonprofit organizations.

*How much does it cost to attend?

It is absolutely free to T4T members. The cost will be $20 for non-T4T
members. Contact teamtech@uwsepa.org for more information about how to become a member.

* Will refreshments be provided?

Yes. We will offer a light breakfast.

* Where and when will the session be held?

Thursday, July 11th, 2002
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania
7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103