Members of NSF’s Eddie Bernice Johnson INCLUDES National Network are cordially invited to the 2023 Convening: Sustaining Equity-Driven Systems Change. Join in-person (for the first time since 2019!) at the Westin City Center, Washington, D.C., and support the movement to broaden participation in STEM education and careers.

Thursday, August 3rd and Friday, August 4th. INCLUDES-funded Alliances are invited to a pre-Convening meeting on Wednesday, August 2nd.

Through peer learning sessions, engaging plenaries and panel discussions, and interactive workshops, members of the INCLUDES National Network will have opportunities to share with and learn from their peers, from NSF and other federal agency representatives, from the INCLUDES Coordination Hub, and from the students and participants most directly affected by our work. Attendees will build and deepen relationships; identify, elevate, and strengthen commonalities and connections across broadening participation efforts; and learn about future actions we can take together to sustain our work.

Registration is $100 per participant, with fees waived for students. Space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register early and make your hotel reservation as soon as possible. 

This regional event is the national 3CS for programs seeking to enrich and expand the cyber talent pipeline, including K-12 and collegiate bootcamps for faculty and students.

This year’s theme seeks to help create an ESA for All Ecologists by providing programming and inviting sessions that better engage private- and public-sector ecologists by highlighting projects that are implementing ecological science, collaborating across sectors, educating future scientists and decision makers, and disseminating basic and applied ecology research to those who need it most.

This workshop presents an overview of the world of nanotechology. Participants will learn about the growing applications of nanotechnology in many areas and the basics of nanofabrication processes. The three-day workshop is broken down into daily lectures by CNEU staff and lab sessions in nanofabrication in the CNEU teaching cleanroom.

Target audience: Post Secondary and Secondary Science and Technology teachers with an desire to create additional learning opportunities for their students.

Possible topics: Cleanroom safety, Vacuum, Evaporation, Metrology, Lithography, SEM, AFM, Etching, CVD, and ideas on how to implement these into your lessons, courses, and programs.

You will be notified by email whether your application has been approved one week after the workshop application deadline date. Additional workshop details, hotel information, and financial support details will be included in the approval confirmation. US citizens will be eligible for a travel stipend and registration fee waiver.

In this workshop, participants will learn how to use Modern GIS tools and applications to explore diversity, equity, and inclusion topics. All tools will be taught using DEI examples and all activities will be DEI focused. Participants will examine inequalities, environmental justice, and selected UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) such as water and health. Participants will also hear from experts in the DEI space through guest presentations. All participants will propose a geospatial DEI project to complete during and after the workshop. A resource repository of DEI geospatial data, maps, and applications will be shared with attendees so that they can continue to develop DEI course content and applications after the workshop.

The 3rd Hackathon for Developing CURES in Antibody Engineering will take place August 7-10th, 2023. They will be accepting applications until June 9th, 2023. This event is free but you are expected to make a time commitment of about 8 hours a day and attend an orientation session before the event. 

As a Hackathon participant, you will:

• work in a team to research and develop antibody-related student research projects,
• learn about antibodies and how they can be engineered
• Learn about the use of antibodies in diagnostics, research, and therapeutics,
• develop new skills in immunology-related bioinformatics programs and databases,
• learn about new laboratory techniques for working with antibodies, and
• become part of an exciting, fun, and collaborative community.

Faculty, students, and industry members with varying levels of experience in working with antibodies are encouraged to apply.  Participants will be selected based on experience and motivation to attend. Applicants from community colleges will receive the highest priority. Participants must be US-based. The event is virtual.

The goal of this conference is to upskill technical educators, link manufacturing, manufacturing stakeholders, and education, to share best practices, learn about the latest technologies, and establish lasting relationships and partnerships. Educators will be better equipped to prepare students, who may pursue careers in advanced manufacturing. 

This event will provide cutting-edge industry knowledge and educational best practices for teaching in-demand CTE skills across multiple conference tracks, including Mechatronics, Welding, Machining, Quality in Manufacturing, and Employability Skills. There will be multiple breakout sessions and hands-workshops focused on these topics, dynamic and engaging keynote speakers, manufacturing tours, exhibitor opportunities, and multiple networking opportunities.

Earning the CISSP proves you have what it takes to effectively design, implement, and manage a best-in-class cybersecurity program. With a CISSP, you validate your expertise and become an (ISC)² member, unlocking a broad array of exclusive resources, educational tools, and peer-to-peer networking opportunities.

This course provides all student materials, flash cards and the CISSP CBK. As an (ISC)² Global Academic Program (GAP) Member, CSSIA will be offering the CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) training. This training course will review and refresh your information security knowledge and help identify areas you may need to study for the CISSP exam. The CISSP exam tests one’s competence in the ten CISSP domains of the (ISC)² CBK, which cover critical topics in security today, including risk management, cloud computing, mobile security, application development security and more; it is one of the most sought-after certifications in today’s information security industry. Instruction will also utilize labs developed that align with the NSA Knowledge Units.

Evaluation is an essential part of a successful grant proposal, particularly in the NSF Advanced Technological Education program. In this webinar, attendees will gain an understanding of the essential elements of an evaluation plan and learn how to integrate evaluation throughout other elements of your proposal. The webinar will explore practical strategies for writing evaluation questions, identifying evaluation indicators, and developing evaluation data matrixes. Attendees will be provided with just-in-time resources for writing a strong evaluation section that is both clear and compelling. This webinar is designed for non-evaluators and evaluators alike who want to gain a deeper understanding of the evaluation requirements for NSF ATE proposals. Other NSF grant seekers can also benefit from this webinar.

The USNC is pleased to announce the following activities in support of the 31st International Cartographic Conference (ICC), the biennial conference of the ICA, which will take place August 13–18, 2023, in Cape Town, South Africa.

All those active in cartography and geographic information sciences are warmly invited and encouraged to participate in this major event under the overall theme of "Smart Cartography for sustainable development" which fits well into the remarkable efforts of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which will be at the half-way stage in 2023.

NCAT and its maritime partners are offering a Marine Technology Summer Camp experience for undergraduate and high school students. This 5-day camp is being hosted at the University of Washington (UW) and will focus on Global Ocean Biogeochemical (GO-BGC) float technology. MATE FLOATS! - Marine Technology Camp is taught by UW School of Oceanography Float Engineer Rick Rupan with assistance from UW undergraduate students. During this camp, students will have the opportunity to sail on board the UW R/V Rachel Carson. A detailed camp schedule with activities and learning objectives will be provided later this spring.

Register now for a free, two-day CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) 2.0 workshop. Spaces are limited.

NCyTE is offering a free workshop that will cover the CMMC 2.0 and the new Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which include: moving from a five-level compliance model to a three-level model, shifting most auditing requirements to the DoD, and revising the program to mirror NIST 800-171 more closely.

Who should attend?

• Cybersecurity faculty
• Small business IT or cybersecurity personnel 

The workshop will be facilitated by Dr. John Sands who has over 30 years of experience in education and workforce research in data communications, manufacturing technologies, information technology, information security management and cybersecurity. He has led previous CMMC workshops and is well versed in CMMC 2.0.

All attendees will receive an Instructor Guidebook, Student Guidebook, training resources, and a Canvas course package. The workshop is limited to 25 attendees and spots are filling up quickly.

This conference will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities for airlines, corporations and fuel producers. The National SAF Conference & Expo is designed to promote the development and adoption of practical solutions to produce SAF and decarbonize the aviation sector. Exhibitors will connect with attendees and showcase the latest technologies and services currently offered within the industry. During two days of live sessions, attendees will learn from industry experts and gain knowledge to become better informed to guide business decisions as the SAF industry continues to expand.

Autonomous Nation is a full-day conference bringing together policymakers from the local, state, and national levels with industry entrepreneurs and innovators to help make our region the most autonomous-friendly area in the country. The conference will focus on the autonomous industry and the impact it can have across our region, solving issues such as workforce shortages, inefficiencies, and technology gaps. 

This event was formerly known as Drone Focus.

Help inspire the next generation of students! MFG Month was created to spread the word about modern manufacturing careers by encouraging companies and educators around the nation to plan events that introduce these careers to students, parents, teachers and community leaders.

The ‍ Commercial UAV Expo Americas allows you to meet with UAV experts and learn about the latest challenges, opportunities, developing technologies, and integrations in the drone world. However, this event isn’t just limited to drones. The UAV experts at the Commercial UAV Expo Americas will discuss construction, drone delivery, energy and utilities, forestry and agriculture, infrastructure and transportation, mining and aggregates, public safety and emergency services, security, surveying, and mapping. 

At the Commercial UAV Expo Americas, you’ll be able to view the world’s leading commercial UAS technology, including airframes, sensors, software, services, and more. In addition, attendees will be able to compare and qualify hundreds of the newest solutions in one place. 

The group of UAV experts consists of talented innovators, regulators, end-users, and more. At the ‍Commercial UAV Expo Americas, they will discuss what trends and technologies they see coming, what new challenges and opportunities lie ahead, and how you and your company can prepare, anticipate, and benefit in a rapidly evolving environment.

The National Cybersecurity Alliance is gathering training and awareness professionals together to connect, share and Convene.

• Connect with the training and awareness community. Convene was created for this close-knit group, which has few opportunities to connect in person at an event designed just for you.
• Learn best practices. Thought leaders and industry executives will share their recent successes, failures and insights from recent campaigns and programs.
• Build camaraderie. Immersive gatherings with like-minded professionals breed innovation, sharing and human connection.

The AACC John E. Roueche Future Leaders Institute is a 3-day seminar designed for department chairs, deans, assistant/associate deans, or directors who look to advance into a senior leadership role. The Roueche – FLI will provide participants the opportunity to hone leadership skills and engage in a dialogue with experienced community college leaders and develop a network of colleagues from around the country.

FABTECH returns to McCormick Place, September 11-14, 2023, and provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with 1,300+ world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology. Gain insights into industry trends that will help you prepare for what’s ahead, all here in one place.

Join organizers for an intensive 3-day workshop to prepare community college faculty to submit papers to peer-reviewed journals. This online workshop is led by Peter Kazarinoff, MNT-EC co-PI and faculty at Portland Community College. Organizers will cover how peer-reviewed journals work, as well as how to write, submit, review, edit and publish in peer-reviewed journals to advance in your career. Stipends available for qualified faculty.

Agenda:

Day 1 Introduction: peer-reviewed journals, why publish, finding journals
Day 2 Peer-review journal process, writing
Day 3 Reviewing for journals, wrap-up, formation of writers and reviewers

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the peer-reviewed journal write/review/revise/publish process
2. List at least one journal you can publish your work in
3. Explain the parts of a peer-reviewed journal submission

AACC’s Advocates in Action is a 2-day program designed for community college leaders who want an insider’s view on how Washington formulates higher education policy and who want to become more involved in the federal legislative process. Interactive sessions with key executive branch officials and senior Congressional staff will provide valuable insights about the current dynamics and issues surrounding key funding and other pending legislation.

The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Program Management Office (NCAE-C PMO) and the Maryland Innovation and Security Institute (MISI) will co-sponsor the National Cybersecurity Education Colloquium (NCEC) at Moraine Valley Community College (near Midway Airport), September 18-22, 2023. The event will combine several previously autonomous events and opportunities for schools, government representatives, industry, and other innovators to collaborate and learn together.  The PMO will engage partners at FBI, CISA, DoD, NSF, NICE, CYBERCOM, and Space Force.

Utah STEM Fest allows companies to showcase STEM careers and their support for education and local communities. This free event offers students dynamic opportunities to engage with interactive experiences. Industry representatives open up a world of exciting STEM career & education possibilities. Students will have the valuable chance to begin networking with some of Utah's top employers & schools.

The 2023 ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Conference will be held in Santa Clara California, alongside the expo, on September 20 & 21. Hear from around 80 expert speakers, who will showcase the essential building blocks and systems, including software, AI and deep learning, sensor fusion, virtual environments, verification and validation of autonomous systems, and testing and development tools and technologies, real word test & deployment, standards and regulations.

The Federal Aviation Administration has nine regional offices within the U.S. Each region is expanding outreach with in-person events. The goal is to highlight the societal, economic, and educational benefits of drones for the general public, through a series of events focusing on different audiences. Admission to the event is free and open to the public. Please note that there may be additional costs for lunch. 

Droning On: Southwest Edition will take place September 21-23, 2023 at Northern New Mexico College, Arts Annex. The event will be three days of panels, lectures, and demonstrations. 

One of the most effective ways community colleges can help ensure the future success and growth of the ATE program, and STEM at community colleges generally, is to build relationships with their federal legislators. This virtual session will cover the nuts and bolts of how to build and maintain those relationships, both in Washington, D.C. and at home. This virtual session will cover topics including how to set meetings, effective meeting strategies, the importance of consistent communication, and more. The ATE Conference is offering pre-conference meetings and sessions all day on Wednesday, October 25. Conference attendees also have the opportunity to use some of this time or time before or after the ATE Conference to set meetings with legislative offices on Capitol Hill.

The National Cybersecurity Training and Education (NCyTE)  and the Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in cybersecurity community are hosting the seventh annual National Cybersecurity Cirtual Career Fair (VCF). 

This event is open to students and alumni from over 300 institutions designated as Centers of Academic Excellence in Research (CAE-R), Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), and Cyber Operations (CAE-CO), and institutions in the Candidate's Program (pending approval).

Join the Star of the North for their annual Girls in Aviation Day- a free event for youth to learn about career opportunities in aviation and Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM). Exhibitors from airlines, military, universities, flight schools, pilots, engineers and many professionals will showcase aviation careers. The event is geared for girls 8-17 however everyone is welcome. Girls in Aviation day is aimed at encouraging female participation in STEM and aviation related careers.

OCEANS is an annual event for global marine technologists, engineers, students, government officials, lawyers, and advocates. At OCEANS 2023 Gulf Coast, industry thought leaders gather for four days to highlight relevant topics and current trends while creating a community of learners and influencers who consistently advance research, practices, and policies for the marine field. 

Technology is advancing at an exponential rate, and standards in oceanic research, transport, and engineering are constantly changing. Attend OCEANS 2023 Gulf Coast, gather with the top minds and leading pioneers of the marine industry to learn about cutting-edge technologies, fresh research, relevant topics in policy, and updated benchmarks of success in the industry. Learn about stakeholder budgeting and spending forecasts and project planning, as well. Technology needs identified at a high level, including 5-year forecasts and briefings from major government agencies. In addition, at the OCEANS 2023 Gulf Coast Conference you will hear from our Honorary Chairs, as well as speakers from various federal agencies. And also join the virtual presentations that will be coordinated.

The Federal Aviation Administration is coming to Navajo Nation to highlight the societal, economic, and educational benefits of drones for emergency responders, local government, educators and students, through a series of sessions and activities. Admission to the event is free. Please note that there may be costs for lunch. 

Droning On: Navajo Nation Edition will take place September 25 - 27, 2023 at Navajo Nation. The event will be one day of panels, lectures, and demonstrations.