The DigiGirlz Rising Star badge is awarded to successful participants in DigiGirlz Day Chicago for engaged participation in an intensive one-day event that confers knowledge, passion, and preparedness for a career in tech. During the event, students interact with Microsoft employees and managers to gain exposure to careers in business and technology and to get an inside look at what it's like to work in a major technology company. This event provides girls with career planning assistance, information about technology and business roles, thought-provoking exercises, and interesting Microsoft technology demonstrations. By participating in the Microsoft DigiGirlz Day, young women can find out about the variety of opportunities available in the high-tech industry, explore future career paths, and connect with future mentors. DigiGirlz Day seeks to help young women chart their paths in technology careers and connect with the resources that will help them get there.

Issuer:

Microsoft
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/default.aspx

Evidence:

Badge Type: Disposition

Expected Duration: 7 Hours

Criteria

1. [required] Attendance and engaged participation at the full DigiGirlz Day Chicago event
2. [required] Willingness to learn about new technologies during technology workshops
3. Developing a sense of ownership and belonging as a woman in tech

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