5th Women in STEM Symposium
This event, an exploration of the challenges faced by women in STEM and a celebration of their accomplishments, will take place prior to the start of the rest of the conference in the afternoon of Monday, 4 November.
Monday, 4 November 2024Location: Volgenau Conference Center, Hopper Hall |
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| Time | Description Of Event: |
| 1300-1310 |
Discussion of Format and Goals Prof. Shirley Lin, Chemistry, USNA |
| 1310-1355 |
Welcome and Opening Speech: VADM Yvette Davids, Superintendent, USNA Moderator: Ms. Emelia Probasco, USNA Women’s Shared Interest Group |
| 1400 | Group Photo (Rickover Terrace Steps) |
| 1405-1430 | Break for Refreshments & Networking |
| 1430-1515 |
Plenary Speaker: Dr. Michelle Hawkins, Program Manager for Climate Resilience and Community Action, NASA Moderator: Provost Samara Firebaugh, USNA |
| 1515-1530 | Break for Refreshments & Networking |
| 1530-1625 |
Panel: Career and Life Balance Dr. Lilliana Velasquez, Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, USNA Dr. Peggy Mcneal, Towson University CDR Garrett, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, USNA Moderator: MIDN 1/C Amelie Steinbacher, USNA |
| 1625-1630 | Conclusion, Return to NASEC Breakout Groups |