Cross-posted from the Open Source at Google blogWe have announced the 1,116 students that will be participating in this year’s Google Summer of Code program. Students will now start the community bonding period where the…
Update: We’d like to remind you that the deadline to submit an application for this year’s Computer Science Summer Institute is TODAY, April 22nd. Also, stay tuned for an announcement of this year’s Anita Borg Scholars in the next few weeks! Intr…
When a visitor asks you for directions to a building at your university, you can probably help them find any location on campus. Students in over 180 countries and regions around the world have been able to share this knowledge using Google Map Maker, …
Google has partnered with Lime Connect for the third year in a row to recognize students with disabilities who have not only shown achievement in Computer Science, but have also demonstrated passion, dedication, and leadership within their studie…
Think you’re the sultan of search? The queen of queries? Well, here’s your chance to find out. A Google a Day is a puzzle that can be solved by using various Google searches. The difficulty levels vary, including an occasional question designed to …
Today we’re featuring a Q&A with NCAA athlete and future Googler, Ryan Elmquist. Ryan speaks of his experiences at Caltech, his interest in computer science and why he’s excited to work at Google.Tell us a bit about your background. …
Cross-posted from the Google Africa BlogEn FrançaisAs part of our commitment to empower the African academic community with knowledge, infrastructure and tools to help Africa’s future leaders make the most of access to information, we are delighted …
Cross-posted from The Official Google Blog.Imagine you’re a ninja, trying to master your deadly grappling hook. Or perhaps you’re a chess grand master, outsmarting your opponent’s every move. Or even a Taoist philosopher, explaining the deep trut…
Cross-posted from the Google Lat Long Blog.Understanding the world around you is imperative, especially since technology has made it easier and fun to explore places you could, otherwise, only imagine. Being geographically literate helps you interpret …
Cross-posted from the Official Open-Source at Google Blog.Today marks the start of the 2011 Google Summer of Code student application period.Google Summer of Code is a global program where university students are given a stipend to write code for open …
Each year the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) honors a corporate partner with the UNCF Award for Corporation of the Year. We are honored to announce that Google received this recognition at the annual awards ceremony in Oakland, CA, this year.At the a…
Google is invested in increasing the enrollment and retention of Computer Science students, particularly those who are historically underrepresented in the field. The study of Computer Science can be challenging and fun, and Google wants to inspire the…
We’re pleased to announce the winners of the second annual European Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. This scholarship gives recognition to outstanding scientific contributions from students with disabilities who are pursuing university degre…
Want to make the most out of your dollar? The new Google Checkout promotion notifier alerts you when sites you are browsing are offering discounts for purchases made through Google Checkout. With hundreds of stores offering savings of $5, $10, or $20 t…
With the holiday shopping rush underway, Google Checkout can help you find great deals this season. Over 900 Checkout stores including TigerDirect.com, BlueNile.com, and Petco.com are offering exclusive discounts of $5, $10, or $20 on what you buy thro…