Regional Technical Contacts

[Linda Roos <>]

Hi All,

Do you have questions about the Internet2 CLASS Program and how your staff might benefit? Internet2 has scheduled an information session on Monday, August 16, 2021, 1:00-1:30 ET. See below for more details about CLASS and to register for the information session. Thanks.

Linda

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Linda Roos
Sr Director, State and Regional Networks
Internet2

812-558-0615

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From: Dana Brunson <>

Subject: [CLOUD] Internet2 CLASS info Session

Date: August 12, 2021 at 12:57:14 PM EDT

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Reply-To: The EDUCAUSE Cloud Computing Community Group Listserv <>

Hi all, 

 

We’re having a quick info session on Internet2 CLASS Program in advance of the Fall cohort application deadline.

 

Monday, August 16, 1:00 - 1:30 PM ET

Register here.

 

Details:

Do you have additional questions about CLASS: Cloud Learning and Skills Sessions and how our learning program can equip research computing and data professionals (those who support researchers) with the necessary skills to leverage cloud platforms for research workflows and to facilitate such transitions? 

 

Are there particular cloud tools, technologies, or infrastructure design strategies that you’re hoping to learn more about? 

Are you interested in participating in a broad and diverse community of practice working towards changing the paradigm of research computing on the cloud? 

 

Our CLASS ambassadors are here to answer your questions and provide additional insights and specifics into the program. Join us for a 30-minute informational session on Monday, August 16, 2021, 10AM PDT / 12PM CT / 1pm ET. Register here now!

 

 

WAY more details:

CALLING ALL RESEARCH COMPUTING AND DATA PROFESSIONALS!

Do you or your institution need help filling the gaps in training for cloud and research computing? How about accelerating the adoption of best practices in research computing and data in the cloud?

If you’re looking for a community of practice and advanced training that is vendor-agnostic and tailored to the needs of the research community, sign up for the Fall 2021 Cloud Learning and Skills Sessions (CLASS) Advanced Cohort that kicks off in October! Early applications, which receive 10% or more in tuition savings, are due August 24. 
 

SIGN UP FOR CLASS

• Deepen your understanding of best practices to effectively leverage cloud computing for research workflows.
• Gain exposure and hands-on experiences with all three major cloud platforms: Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure. 
• Explore real-world use cases that are applicable to your role.
• Join an ongoing community of practice to share insights and lessons learned for this emerging, high-demand skill set.

There’s still time to sign up for the CLASS Advanced Cohort, with early applications due August 24. Need more time to consider applying? Last call for applications is October 1. Learn more about the program, application, fees, deadlines, and requirements. Contact us at  if you have questions.

ICYMI: READ MORE ABOUT CLASSTAKEAWAYS

• CLASS Panel Shares Opportunities and Obstacles to Facilitating Cloud Computing for Research
• 3 Tips on How to Ease the Pain Points Surrounding Cloud Computing for Research

What Past Participants are Saying About CLASS

• “This class has been expertly conducted. It is the clearest explanation of cloud technology I have encountered.”
• “The content and the way the lectures were delivered combined with quizzes, discussions, hands-on labs – all kept me fully engaged. This workshop helped me to have a unified view about the important components about Azure, AWS, and GCP services. This workshop prepared me to become a cloud champion.”
• “I really valued the conversation and contributions from the others in the cohort in terms of real-world experiences with [cloud] services.”
• “I really liked the compare/contrast between the services of the 3 different vendors.”

Have colleagues at other institutions that could benefit from the CLASS program? Let them know about this upskilling opportunity! 

 

 

 

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