Aiken Discover Engineering Day
February 22, 2025
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Discover Engineering is a day of hands-on learning and exploration for youth in 5th-12th grades to learn about engineering, build skills, and network with college students, professors, and professionals in the field. Organized by ¶¶Òõ̽̽’s College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) and ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Extension 4-H, the day includes an Engineering Scavenger Hunt (interactive exhibits showcasing various types of engineering and career pathways), and an afternoon of learning through hands-on workshops. Lunch provided. Sponsored by the Lola and George Aiken Fund.
To request language interpretation/translation assistance and/or a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please call or email Margaret Coan at 802-656-7634 or margaret.coan@uvm.edu before Friday, January 31, 2025 so we may assist you.
Registration open until filled or Monday, Feb 17 at 5:00 pm.
The day will have two distinct parts:
In the morning participants will get to meet engineering professionals to learn about different kinds of engineering and career pathways.
In the afternoon participants will continue to connect with engineering professionals and ¶¶Òõ̽̽ engineering students through hands-on skill-building workshops.
Morning refreshments, lunch and snacks will be provided.
Learn More
CEMS Dean Linda Schadler discusses ¶¶Òõ̽̽'s Discover Engineering program for young people interested in STEM.
To request language interpretation/translation assistance and/or a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program, please email access@uvm.edu and copy lauren.traister@uvm.edu by January 26th, 2024.