Media Advisory — University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge Polytechnic and City of Lethbridge present STEM Fusion conference
The University of Lethbridge, with support from Lethbridge Polytechnic and the City of Lethbridge, will host the fifth annual STEM Fusion conference on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 1 to 8 p.m. in the Science Commons Atrium.
The annual conference connects science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals with commercialization, innovation and entrepreneurship.
“We’re excited to host this fifth annual event, this time with the theme of work integrated learning (WIL),” says Luc Roberts (BSc ’12, PhD ’23), entrepreneurial strategist with the ULethbridge Teaching Centre & Agility. “STEM Fusion is a great way for academic and industry leaders to network, form new connections and collaborations and find out what local businesses are doing to integrate WIL into their operations.”
Thursday, Oct. 3, 1 to 8 p.m. — Science Commons Atrium, University of Lethbridge
Network with Students and Industry and learn:
• How local industries are at the forefront of the latest innovations
• Innovative research from students and faculty at ULethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic
• What supports are available to new researchers and entrepreneurs to support their technology innovations
• Business Showcases: Local businesses that have successfully integrated WIL into their operations showcase their products and services
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with students, researchers, industry leaders, and tech enthusiasts
• Students & Faculty Research Presentations: Researchers and students present their ongoing research and projects
The City of Lethbridge has generously provided 30 bus passes for Lethbridge Polytechnic students to travel to ULethbridge for the event.
“The City of Lethbridge has been working with students, faculty and staff at the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic to create engaging work-integrated learning and experiential learning opportunities through our City Scholars Program,” says Perry Stein, partner services manager with the City of Lethbridge. “As one of the city’s largest employers, we see a great deal of value in engaging students in our work, helping them to build stronger connections to community, and introducing them to the impact of public service.”
Media are invited to attend STEM Fusion throughout the day.
On-site contacts:
Luc Roberts, Entrepreneurial Strategist, University of Lethbridge
Perry Stein, Partner Services Manager, City of Lethbridge
Stephen Graham, Instructor, Computer Information Technology, Lethbridge Polytechnic
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Contact:
Trevor Kenney, Manager of Public Affairs
403-329-2710
403-360-7639 (cell)
@ULethbridge
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