Walsh University's Annual Science and Technology Summit

Join Walsh University for the Annual Science and Technology Summit:

Networking Business Luncheon (Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. Program begins at 12:15 p.m.)

• Luncheon: Enjoy lunch while mingling with a diverse group of colleagues including other business professionals, thought leaders, top scientists and Walsh faculty and students.

• Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network and possibly meet your next collaborator or new big idea. A great chance to unwind and share ideas in a relaxed setting.
• Entrepreneurship in the Sciences Innovation Challenge Session: Following the program, you are invited to stay for some high-octane presentations from aspiring science entrepreneurs and inventors. Witness our panel of judges select the winner of a $10,000 prize to utilize the resources of Walsh University’s Center for Scientific Excellence and maybe even discover the next big thing!

High School Students (8:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.)

• Dynamic Speakers: Listen to how advances in science, like Artificial Intelligence, are changing the career landscape and what that will mean for your future. A unique chance to ask questions to national thought leaders.

• Peer-to-Peer Learning: Enjoy casual discussions over a provided lunch with current Walsh University students who can offer an authentic look into campus life.

• Experiential Learning: Participate in engaging, hands-on science experiments and projects guided by experienced instructors.

• PITTCON Planetarium and NASA: Back by popular demand! Immerse yourself in stunning visualizations of our universe, from planets and stars to galaxies far, far away and learn about the latest and greatest NASA projects.

Distinguished Guest Speakers:

• Dr. Jonathan Gruber, Chairman of the Economics Department at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and co-author of Jump-Starting America
• Dr. James Moore, Assistant Director of the Directorate for Education and Human Resources, National Science Foundation
• Abdou Ayoub, Founder and CEO, Paragon Shift

For more information, please contact Dr. Dan Passerini at 330.244.4746 or dpasserini@walsh.edu.