#SHPE2024 CONVENTION WEEKLY

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 | 38 DAYS UNTIL CONVENTION!

CONVENTION NEWS & UPDATES

Join us this Fall in Anaheim, CA for cutting-edge content, skill building, and networking with many of the most influential organizations and leaders in STEM.

The convention has something for everyone. Beyond the educational workshops and inspiring keynote speeches, there are competitions, networking events, and the popular Career Fair & Graduate School Expo with over 300 sponsors & exhibitors!

Regular pricing ends October 16, so register today!

You can request bulk registration for your chapter (10+ or more) here. You can submit a request until September 27. If you have questions that are not addressed on the website, please contact events@shpe.org.

SAVE THE DATE!

Join us for the SHPE National Convention 2024 Attendee Know Before You Go web meeting on October 10 at 7pm ET to ensure you're fully prepared for an incredible convention experience.

JOIN US FOR THIS YEAR'S

SHPETECH TRACK

The SHPETech Track is designed to shine a spotlight on cutting edge STEM technology, and how SHPE members utilize technology for maximum impact. Technology is continuously and rapidly evolving both in start-ups and established industries. Markets are changing and engineering tools are constantly advancing. This track offers the Cybersecurity Challenge, the STEM Research Competition, and Tech Talks.

Don’t miss the 2024 Tech Talks, part of the SHPEtech track, including sessions led by Visa, Eli Lilly, LA County Sanitation Districts, and BNY. These talks are your chance to hear from top experts as they share groundbreaking ideas, spark engaging discussions, and connect with industry leaders. Be part of the international conversation shaping the future of technology and tackling the biggest challenges facing our communities and workplaces!

Previous Track Spotlight: Inclusion

Spotlight on SHPETech!

Get ready to dive deeper into each track of this year’s SHPE National Convention! We’ll be posting videos on our social media accounts every week to introduce you to what each track has to offer. These videos will align with the featured track in the National Convention Newsletter, giving you a preview of the exciting sessions ahead.

This week, one of our members introduces you to SHPETech. Stay tuned and follow along!

SIGN UP FOR THE CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGE!

In today's hyperconnected world, securing our networks from hackers is more crucial than ever. SHPE's Cybersecurity Challenge empowers STEM minds to hone their skills through a virtual "capture the flag" competition, where participants team up to tackle interactive challenges and outsmart potential threats. Are you ready to prove you're the best?

Thursday, October 31 at 7:30AM – 4:30PM PST

WHY COMPETE? Mentors, workshops, and networking events will allow you to build your network, improve your skills, and win cash prizes!

Presentations and Prizes

Finalists will have the opportunity to present their research through oral presentations or posters at the convention. Oral presentations will consist of a 10-minute talk followed by a Q&A session, while poster presenters will engage with attendees during the poster session. Cash prizes range from $300 to $2,000, with winners announced on November 1 during the convention. Sign ups close September 27!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are almost sold out for the 2024 Convention, so act fast! This is the premier event for companies seeking to recruit top STEM talent and promote diversity.

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