Saturday, October 4, 2008
Noon - 6 p.m.: Chapter Leadership Workshop (CLW) - Chapter officers are encouraged to attend and share ideas with other chapter officers. This workshop provides a detailed introduction to the Material Advantage: describing membership benefits, offering assistance in developing and maintaining student chapters and recruiting and retaining student members. This is a great way to network and develop contacts before the start of MS&T.
Pre-registration is required specifically for this event. Sign up on the conference registration form at the same time you pre-register for the MS&T conference. For more information, contact Candace Cunningham. The day will end with a social activity.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Noon - 12:15 p.m.: Student Orientation - This will give Material Advantage Student Members an overview of the Material Advantage Student Program as well as the four partnering societies. Learn how to make the most of your Material Advantage membership during this orientation session!
1 - 5 p.m.: Student Speaking Contest - This is the National semi-final and final rounds of the Material Advantage Student Speaking Contest. Each Material Advantage Chapter is encouraged to hold local contests on campus prior to MS&T. The winners of the local contests will advance to the semi-final/final rounds at MS&T. The subject of the presentation must be technical but can relate to any aspect of materials science and engineering. Register in advance to participate or plan to attend to support your fellow students. Students who participate receive a $300 travel grant, given at the end of the semi-final/final rounds at MS&T. Winners of the finals receive cash prizes. For more information and contest rules, contact Tricia Niswonger.
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.: Graduate School Information - For those students interested in or considering a graduate school program, this session is just for you. Listen and discuss the pros and cons with a graduate student speaker. Hear about the process for applying and selecting a graduate school program directly from a university representative.
1:15 - 2 p.m.: The Art of Networking - Make the most out of your attendance at MS&T and other events by learning how to effectively meet and talk to people who may impact your future.
2 - 3 p.m.: Resume Building and Career Tips - Learn what human resource representatives are looking for when reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates. This session will equip you with tips to get your resume noticed, get your foot in the door, and land that perfect job.
3 - 4 p.m.: Career Forum - Discuss career options in materials science and engineering with professionals from industry, academia, and government. Gain insight into the value of professional memberships, make industry connections, and learn about career opportunities from those who have experienced it first hand.
5 - 7 p.m.: Mock Interviews - Acquire interviewing skills by participating in a mock interview. You'll learn about the interview process, practice answering tough questions, and get your resume critiqued. Professionals from various industries will be onsite for 30 minutes mock interviews with students. Receive practical experience and feedback on the interviewing process. Interviewers will provide feedback and coaching in this unique, private setting. To reserve an interview time, contact Lori Wharrey.
8 - 10:30 p.m.: Student Networking Mixer - Open the door to your career by attending this mixer. This relaxed, casual, and fun atmosphere is designed for students, Material Advantage Faculty Advisors, and Society volunteer leaders to make connections and share experiences of professional growth. *Beer, soft drinks, snacks, and music will be provided. Students are encouraged to show school pride by wearing their school colors.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Career Connection - Job or Graduate School? Human resource departments from companies representing various industries along with university graduate school programs will participate in this event. The companies will be speaking with students about potential employment and internship opportunities. The universities will provide information on their graduate programs. Be sure to bring copies of your resume.
11:15 - 12:15 p.m.: Mug Drop Contest - Participate in this smashing event! Mugs fabricated from ceramic raw materials by students are judged on both aesthetics and breaking thresholds. Mugs are dropped from successively higher levels until the breaking threshold is reached. The mug with the highest successful drop distance wins! Winners receive cash prizes.
To participate, contact Dr. John R. Hellmann.
12:15 - 1 p.m.: Putting Contest - Teams of four students compete using the putters and balls they fabricated! Each team member must have his or her own putter and ball, which are judged prior to the competition. Prizes are awarded for aestetics, closest putt, and best putting team (the team achieving the shortest combined distance from the hole).
To compete, contact Dr. John R. Hellmann.
1 - 1:45 p.m.: Student Awards Ceremony - Join us as we congratulate the winners of the:
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