Speaker: Mr. David Logan
Date/Time: Saturday, 6/5/2010, 2:00-3:00PM
Location: Room C in the NPU Administration Building
Introduction to the speaker:
Mr. Logan is now retired. He began his career as a physicist before becoming a high school teacher for 10 years, where he worked for the National Science Foundation on two science curriculum development projects. After business school, he moved to McKinsey and Company, a prestigious international management consulting firm, where he became associate partner. In 1985 he began working at Hewlett-Packard, where he became VP of Corporate Development in charge of managing all of HP's mergers and acquisitions and equity investments. In 2000, he moved to BEA Systems as EVP Corporate Development; BEA was a hot Internet startup company whose revenues grew to over $1B before being acquired by Oracle 2 years ago. In 2004, he became a VP and special advisor to CEO at Hitachi Data Systems for 4 years. Mr. Logan received a B.A. degree in Physics with Highest Honors from UC, Berkeley; an M.S. degree in Physics with Honors from Yale, and an M.B.A. degree with first year honors from Harvard Business School.
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Topic: Rich Internet Applications (Cancelled)
Speaker: Mr. Jagdeep Shetty
Date/Time: Saturday, 5/29/2010, 2:00-3:00PM
Location: Room C in the NPU Administration Building
Abstract:
This is the first in a series of seminars to introduce the architecture, design, and development of Rich Internet Applications. The topics in this series will include:
1. Rich Internet Technologies and its benefits
2. Flex Technology
3. RIA demos
Introduction to the speaker:
Jagdeep is a Web Technologist specializing in architecture, design, and development of large-scale web applications. He has worked in the Software industry for over 17 years in software development and engineering management roles. He currently develops software products using Flex, J2EE, and Oracle technologies.
Education:
M.S. Computer Science, Northwestern Polytechnic University, 2002
B.S. Electronics Engineering, Mumbai University 1991
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Topic: Life and Culture in America
Speaker: Dr. Mariam Ghazvini
Date/Time: Saturday, 5/22/2010, 2:00-3:00PM
Location: Room C in the NPU Administration Building
Abstract:
Have you ever wondered why do people still desire to come to America? What are the main attractions of being in America and becoming an American? You might say America started as an immigrant nation. Of course America from its inception was an immigrant nation. This country was, and continues to be, a kaleidoscope of ethnic and cultural groups. Basically most people have come here through the years to realize their dreams. Freedom plays a huge role in that dream. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural, and multilingual nation, better known as the "melting pot." Come learn about the culture of the USA, how to succeed in business, and why is it important to learn English!! We will discuss the American character and how the culture and language has affected life and liberty in this great nation. What are the positives and negatives of the American life? How does diversity enrich our culture? What does it mean to be living and studying in the heart of "Silicon Valley"?
Introduction to the speaker:
• Ed.D., Education Leadership, University of Southern California, CA 1997
• M.A., Counseling, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA 2009
• M.A., Administration Higher Education, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 1994
• B.A., Sociology, San Jose State university, San Jose, CA 1983
Human Resources Management; Professional Development
Dr. Ghazvini is an organizational development, career, and educational planning professional. She has over 20 years of experience in retail, high-tech manufacturing, corporate training, and non-profit program development and delivery. She specializes in leadership development and career planning. In addition, Dr. Ghazvini career coached for Right Management Consultants as well as teaching at Mission and San Jose City Colleges. Dr. Ghazvini previously served on the Board of Directors of the HP Alumni Association and Springboard Forward, as well as the MBA Advisory Board for Notre Dame de Namur University.
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Topic: NPU SAP Labs Introduction
Speaker: Ms. Flora Chu
Date/Time: Saturday, 4/10/2010, 4:00-5:00PM
Location: Room C in the NPU Administration Building
Abstract:
SAP Labs are role models for globally distributed development organizations, contributing effectively to the goals of SAP's business units. Bridging the gap between local market demands and SAP's development organization, SAP Labs set standards for excellence in innovation, efficiency, and reliability. They are recognized centers of local talent and expertise, establishing a strong foundation for SAP development in the future. NPU provides educational establishments in the introduction of SAP, as well as positioning students for future career enhancement. Taking SAP lab courses should enhance your technical skill and create an impression of competence. This is a simple way to add a little extra sparkle to your resume.
Introduction to the speaker:
MBA, Chadwick University, Alabama, 1995
BS, Accounting, Biola University, 1990
Ms. Chu is well known for her experience in asset and financial management allied with full knowledge of US GAAP and IRS tax regulations, proficiency in Sarbanes-Oxley controls and processes, Government R & D funding, and the pharmaceuticals and semiconductor industry. Ms. Chu holds a Corporate Financial Controller position in a semiconductor company. Her duties include international projects, such as accounting system conversion and implementation, cost efficiency, and budget vs. actual analysis. Ms. Chu has had more than nineteen years of experience in accounting and finance. She is a goal-oriented leader who has demonstrated positive results, with problem solving and people management skills. She is able to train and empower her cross-functional team members around the globe to accomplish company objectives and missions. Ms. Chu has been awarded as a member of Presidential Who's Who, and National Association for Professional Women. Her passion in teaching has been growing since she started teaching at NPU eight years ago.
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Topic: Oblivious Transfer
Speaker: Dr. Henry Chang
Date/Time: Saturday, 4/3/2010, 4:00-5:00PM
Location: Room C in the NPU Administration Building
Abstract:
In cryptography, an oblivious transfer protocol (OT) is a protocol by which a sender sends some information to the receiver, but remains oblivious (i.e., forgetful) as to what is received. OT can be used in applications that require privacy, for example dating and anonymous electronic voting.
This presentation will give an overview of OT and describe how to conduct OT with RSA-based blind signature. A dating game protocol will be used as an example to explain the application of OT.
Introduction to the speaker:
•D.C.E., Northwestern Polytechnic University, CA, 2008
•M.S. C.S., University of Texas - Austin, TX, 1983
•B.S. E.E., Tatung Institute of Technology, Taiwan, 1974
Expertise areas: Image processing, object-oriented design and analysis, and Internet software development and applications.
Dr. Chang has had thirty years work experience in the computer industry. He has been involved in systems engineering in artificial intelligence projects, software engineering in circuit technology and network computing, and software development projects.
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