Program

Inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders

Half-day format (approximately 3.5 hours). All times are tentative and subject to adjustment.

8:30 – 9:00 AM

Check-in & Welcome Activities

Welcome

Students arrive, check in, and receive color-coded name tags by grade group.

9:00 – 9:45 AM

Panel Discussion

Panel

A panel of college students and young STEM professionals sharing personal journeys, with a focus on early challenges, building confidence, and the value of curiosity. Moderated by Celia Burke.

9:45 – 10:30 AM

Workshop Block 1

Workshop

Students split into grade- and interest-appropriate workshops.

🔬 Middle School Track

Workshop A: Buoyancy & Fluid Dynamics

Anya Allen

Explore fluid mechanics, pressure, and Archimedes’ principle through hands-on experiments.

Workshop B: Powering the World (Energy & Hardware)

Sasidhar Tadanki

Learn how RF design, microsensors, and wireless technology power modern devices.

🚀 High School Track

Workshop C: Artificial Intelligence

Spandana Korabandi

Discover how data and software become real-world AI products.

Workshop D: Astronomy & Data Science

Mike Anderson

Use analytics and computational modeling to map the cosmos.

10:30 – 10:45 AM

Break & Exhibits

Break

Snacks provided. Demo stations with hands-on exhibits (for example robotics, VR, and science demos). Exhibits dependent on sponsor support.

10:45 – 11:30 AM

Workshop Block 2

Workshop

Students split into grade-appropriate workshops.

🔬 Middle School Track

Workshop B: Powering the World (Energy & Hardware)

Sasidhar Tadanki & Shubham

Learn how RF design, microsensors, and wireless technology power modern devices.

Workshop A: Buoyancy & Fluid Dynamics

Anya Allen

Explore fluid mechanics, pressure, and Archimedes’ principle through hands-on experiments.

🚀 High School Track

Workshop D: Astronomy & Data Science

Mike Anderson

Use analytics and computational modeling to map the cosmos.

Workshop C: Artificial Intelligence

Spandana Korabandi

Discover how data and software become real-world AI products.

11:30 – 11:45 AM

Break & Exhibits

Break

Snacks provided. Exhibits dependent on sponsor support.

11:45 – 12:00 PM

Wrap-Up & Prize Raffle

Closing

Quick wrap-up, recognition of volunteers and sponsors, and a prize drawing. Students complete short feedback cards.