http://www.girlswithmacs.org Changing the world, one network at a time Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:29:24 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Last week my colleague Colleen and I supported  a groundbreaking, education summit in New Mexico: "Unleashing Knowledge and Innovation for the Next Generation of Learning", convened by the Stupski Foundation, West Wind Education Policy, and the Knowledge Alliance.  Besides making silly videos in our off-time, I had a bit of ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2009/08/18/5-steps-for-hosting-a-successful-online-event/ This past week I had the chance to attend the Convio '08 Summit with my colleague Andrew at Forum One. The conference was held in Austin, Texas and provided a few days to meet-up with other NP Techers (so great to see all of you!), catch up on some of ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/11/21/fundraising-and-outreach-in-a-changing-economy/ Over the past few weeks I've come across several great examples of how the web is enabling new and exciting voices to contribute to the political debate. Thanks to affordable video cameras and new distribution channels, inspiring messages are being created (by both celebrities and unknown artists) that would not ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/10/16/the-new-voices-of-democracy/ Thank you to everyone who helped me reach my fundrasing goal *and more!* for Mith Samlanh "Friends." This morning I made my final donation of funds: $1257.20 USD to help the organization purchase their facilities building. This money will go a long way in helping Friends continue providing quality education ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/10/07/donation-made-to-friends/ I successfully ran the 2008 Twin Cities Marathon yesterday, and what a marathon it was. What started out as a cloudy, cool Sunday morning (perfect marathon weather in my opinion), quickly shifted into a crazy, weather-wild intense run from Minneapolis to St. Paul. The rain started within the first 2 ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/10/06/i-did-it/ My number is F2458 and my moment by moment (mile by mile) progress should be available here: http://www.mtectracking.com:8080/Mtrack/Mtrack?raceid=2&bib=F2458 If that link doesn't work, try: http://www.mtcmarathon.org and click on the tracker in the middle. Then type in my runner number: F2458. http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/10/04/follow-me-on-the-course/ I've officially arrived in Minneapolis, having spent the day running last minute errands (cheap layers to throw away as they hit frost here last night) and eating lots and lots of carbs :). The weather was beautiful today, and the area is really a great location for a marathon. Most ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/10/04/tomorrow-is-the-big-day/ Thank you again to everyone for all of your support throughout the training process. I'm happy to announce that I have reached my goal and have exceeded $1000 of donations (in both paypal and personal checks) for Mith Samlanh "Friends"! If you haven't donated already, it's not too late! I'll ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/09/29/marathon-week-is-heeeeeere/ Just in time to get printed before the big day on October 5th! Thank you SO much John Weeks and Sao Channa and Moeu 'Vuth' Diyadaravuth of Our Books. Thanks also to everyone who voted yesterday. I think I took into account nearly everyone's opinions and I appreciate all your ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/09/19/final-t-shirt-design/ I continue to be amazed at all the incredible people in my life who have offered their support, encouragement, and talents to help me accomplish my goal of raising $1000 for Mith Samlanh Friends AND running in my first marathon. I've nearly reached $950 with checks and online donations, and ... http://www.girlswithmacs.org/2008/09/18/vote-for-my-t-shirt/