STEM WEEK 2022
STEM Week 2022
All members of the UIC Community are welcome to attend STEM Week events. RSVPs are appreciated! Updates for individual sessions will be made here continuously, and shared with those who RSVP. Check back through the week for new events!
MONDAY, November 14
4pm-6pm [Film Screening and Discussion – EIEP Lounge, SEL-East Room 2065]
Woman in Motion Documentary Screening and Conversation. Join Women in Engineering Programs for a screening of Woman in Motion, an inspiring documentary about Nichelle Nichols and her mission to recruit the next generation of trailblazing astronauts. A brief conversation about the film will be held after the screening. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP: https://go.uic.edu/WomanInMotion
TUESDAY, November 15
3pm-4pm [Presentation – SCE White Oak Room A/B]
STEMMing Through the Storm: Radial Self-Care and Holisitic Well-Being. Terrell R. Morton, Ph.D. observes that in today's society, we often equate success to productivity. This is particularly true when it comes to persisting in STEM. The challenge with this equation is that is not account for how to be our best whole self, particularly when we consider the systems of oppression that operate on people differently because of their various identities. This session will discuss how to attend to one's whole self, engaging in a form of radical self-care that prompts joy, while navigating STEM spaces. This session is particularly geared for STEM students from racially marginalized groups. -- Presenter: Terrell R. Morton, Assistant Professor, Identity and Justice in STEM Education | Educational Psychology Department, College of Education.
TUESDAY, November 15
6pm-7:30pm [SCE White Oak Room AB] Women in STEM. A conversation among current students and UIC graduates hosted by Graduate Student, Alyssa Redini Ramos.
WEDNESDAY, November 16
9am-10am [Discussion & Presentation – 1043 ERF. 842 W. Taylor]
What Happens After UIC? - Exploring Career Paths. STEM students have options for the future like working in government, private industry, and in academia. Learn more about how these are different and how they compare; all are valid future choices. Presenter: Dr. Katherine (Kate) Warpeha, PhD. Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences.
WEDNESDAY, November 16
11am-12pm [Presentation – via ZOOM]
Decisions, Direction, and Destiny: Preparing for Your Next Chapter. Presenter: Allen Bryson, Director of Pre-Graduate Programs. Graduate College.Direct Link to the Zoom Meeting [Meeting ID: 894 4528 0872 --- Passcode: 7TUXMskG]
WEDNESDAY, November 16
12pm-1pm [Research Opportunity & Student Poster Presentation – 1043 ERF]
CoLab: A Student Research Opportunity for Winter 2022-23. Learn about a Workshop-based STEM Research Opportunity for Winter 2022-23. Hear from students about their CoLab experience, and Poster Presentation. Presenter: Donald Wink, Ph.D. Professor of Chemistry; and UIC students Iza Kopec, (Biological Sciences) and Mia Hage (LAS, Neuroscience track).
WEDNESDAY, November 16
2pm-3pm [Interactive Workshop – 1043 ERF. 842 W. Taylor
The Power of Habits: Making your habits work toward your STEM Goal. Habits are the regular daily practices we don't often think about but yet, they are often what will make or break your goals. in this interactive workshop, take a scrutinous eye at your current practices, and learn strategies for how to incorporate small changes that will offer you a big impact towards your STEM goal. Presenter: Viviana Kabbabe-Thompson, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, College of Applied Health Sciences.
THURSDAY, November 17
10am-11am [Discussion - Room 1047 ERF]
What Happens After UIC? - Preparing to Apply for Graduate School. Learn what to expect in the application process, and how to successfully transition from undergraduate to graduate studies in STEM. Attendees have the option of attending in-person at 1047 ERF (10am) or via Zoom, at: https://uic.zoom.us/j/89479163397?pwd=akZRY2VBL215QnV5NVA1Rmw0ekNQUT09 Meeting ID: 894 7916 3397 Passcode: jZR4dFdW
THURSDAY, November 17
3pm-4pm - [Open House & Student Panel – 273 EIB, 929 W. Taylor]
UIC Women and Non-Binary Students: Engage and Connect with Break Through Tech Students Who Are Combining Degrees with Technology and Reaching their Goals within Economic Mobility. 1) Understand the benefits of registering for CS 111 this Spring 2023 semester and value of computer or data science. 2) Learn the benefits of studying technology with interdisciplinary paths discussed by our BTTC student panelists. 3) Gender and Race matter and being prepared for the workforce is essential. BTT assists with career opportunities such as our sprintership. Please RSVP for this session, and we can’t wait to connect with you! For more information regarding BTTC please visit our website and become a member for free! Presenter: Break Through Tech Student Leaders & Melissa Hernandez, Assistant Director, Strategy Lead
FRIDAY, November 18
11am-12pm [Presentation & Discussion – Cardinal Room, Student Center East (SCE 329) ALSO: Zoom Option]
Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) Overview. How to attend Medical School and get your MD and Ph.D. at the same time. Learn how this fully funded program works, and what Medical School and MSTP Admissions Offices are looking for when you apply. Presenter: Julie Mann, Director-Program Administration of MSTP.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://uic.zoom.us/j/87851032735?pwd=SWN2TG5QZExsUUR5bCtXYTRBM2FHUT09
Meeting ID: 878 5103 2735
Passcode: gpT2NkP1
FRIDAY, November 18
12pm-1pm [Presentation/Workshop – Cardinal Room, Student Center East (SCE 329)]
Study Abroad for STEM Students. Study abroad is for STEM students! Come learn about how to fit study abroad into your degree plan at UIC, learn more about opportunities available to you, and unique scholarship opportunities for STEM week. Presenter: Marlee Stein, Associate Director, Study Abroad Office.
FRIDAY, November 18
2pm-3pm [Math Club - SEO 612]
What Is The Uncertainty Principle?... Attend this week's session of the Undergraduate Math Club! We survey various mathematical aspects of the uncertainty principle, including Heisenberg's inequality and its variants. The connection to quantum mechanics will also be discussed briefly. The Math Club meets on Fridays at 2pm in SEO 612. Anyone can drop in. Presenter this week: Dr. Christof Sparber, Professor, Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science.
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If you require accommodations to attend an event, or if your department, student org, or campus unit has an event taking place during STEM Week that you would like to be shared with the STEM Community on this page, contact Kristy Kambanis (kristyk@uic.edu)