Durina the fall of2010.the Business lnforma~n Technology Students (BITS) got out of the classroom for hands-on experience in their field. Operating under the College of Business Administration (COBA), BITS visited Baptist Health to showcase the many careers available within the Information Technology field. The trip was the first chance for students to see an Information System in action. Senior Bradley Wolhuter, an Information Systems major and president of BITS, was responsible for planning activities, managing finances and maintaining overall group camaraderie. "Information Technology (IT) utilizes the advantages of technology, mainly computers, to boost business and make operations more efficient," Wolhuter said. BITS gave students an opportunity to explore their chosen career fields while networking with other individuals who may have known a little more than they did. Paul Bradshaw, a senior Management Information Systems major, completed his internship at Baptist Health, presenting him with a number of new opportunities. Driving all over Little Rock and working in places such as hospitals and cafeterias, Bradshaw was able to have a real hands-on experience within his field. 206 organizations "[The internship] has taught me to appreciate all the little things that seem to just 'get done' in a work place or in any environment," BraGlshaw said. "In school, you learn a lot about how everything works, but nothing is quite like a hands-on experience. I learned how much manpower is actually used to keep everything up and running 24/7." Bradshaw faced some challenges, however, when trying to learn medical field protocol or even just finding his way around the hospital. "The most important thing I learned is all the different skill sets needed in the IT field," Bradshaw said. "Baptist Health is a great company to work for, and I would recommend trying to get a job there if given the chance." BITS believed in being community-based and strove to be helpful to all age groups. According to Wolhuter, assisting others while building relationships would aid in the growth and recognition of the student-based organization. "This semester we will be educating the elderly and attending their technology queries; next semester we will participate in Bisons for Christ with another project," Wolhuter said. "We are willing to help out where we can, and we are looking to give back to Harding just a little of what it has given to us." Carrie Martin
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