Columbus, Ohio —Ever wonder what really goes in to developing software?  Then join us when Franklin University’s Computer and Information Sciences Program, celebrating its 25th anniversary, presents Ray Waite, Technical Manager, Common Assets and Support, Alcatel-Lucent, discussing “Tales from the Field”, at its next “Tech Connect” speaker series event. Featuring successful Information Technology (IT) professionals in non-traditional roles within the industry, the quarterly series is presented to computer science students and community members.   During the September event, Waite will share insights from his experiences in software development, testing, and field support – offering you fresh CIS solutions for your organization.

This next event in the quarterly IT series with featured speaker Ray Waite, Technical Manager, Common Assets and Support at Alcatel-Lucent, will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2008 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Can’t make the event? Check it out online! Participate via Franklin Live! Franklin University’s interactive experience that lets participants listen and ask questions in real time. For online participation, email Yolonda Simmons at simmonsy@franklin.edu.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University is central Ohio's leading and most experienced educator of adult students. Annually, more than 10,000 students attend Franklin, both on campus and online. Franklin offers 19 undergraduate majors and three graduate programs, and graduates more than 1,500 students annually. Further information regarding Franklin University can be found at www.franklin.edu.