As part of an
effort to encourage more young women to choose careers in technology, the
National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) and Cerner
Corporation recognized Rock Bridge Senior Kristen Buster for her accomplishments and
aspirations in computing and technology at an award ceremony and reception at
the Cerner Vision Center in Kansas City on February 7. 2014. Kristen was one of sixteen high-school women in the NCWIT Western Missouri
and Kansas region to win the award. Kristen received a glass trophy, a
Nexus-7 Tablet (courtesy of Perceptive Software), and a bag of “goodies”
donated by many local companies and universities.
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing was created
to encourage the computing aspirations of young women, introduce them to
leadership opportunities in the field, and generate visibility for women’s
participation in technology fields. Winners are acknowledged for their
outstanding aptitude and interest in technology and computing, leadership
ability, academic history, and plans for post-secondary education.
Congratulations Kristen!
