Through a partnership with Prince George's Community College (PGCC), Capitol College established the Emerging STEM Leaders Program. This program encourages community college students to not only earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, but to emerge from their education as skilled professionals and innovative leaders in those fields. Emerging STEM Leaders are connected with leaders and professionals in the STEM industries through Career Exploration Workshops and mentoring through Capitol College’s Innovation and Leadership Institute (ILI).
Workshops
The Emerging STEM Leaders Program is a free, semester-long series to explore the possibilities of a career in the science, technology engineering and math (STEM) fields. Through the hands-on workshops of this program you will connect with leaders and professionals in STEM industries, such as NASA, and get a jump start on entering the workforce.
Friday, February 03, 2012 Careers in Space Science
@ Capitol College Noon- 2pm. Lunch provided
This seminar introduces students to future career opportunities within the space science community. This workshop provides participants behind the scenes access to Capitol College’s Space Operations Institute and demonstrations of the mission facility, as well as information to the latest technological advancements.
Friday, February 24, 2012 STEM Project Management
@ Capitol College Noon- 2pm. Lunch provided
Participants of this seminar will learn about leadership and management characteristics. There will be several exercises and case studies within the lecture provided to recognize management traits that apply to engineering and project management responsibilities.
Friday, March 9, 2012 Cyber Awareness and Exploration
@ Capitol College Noon- 2pm. Lunch provided
This seminar will focus on recognizing developments within Cyber Security. There will be a review of data encryption and risk management analysis within cloud computing. This seminar will also cover emerging threats. This seminar will allow participants to investigate realistic approaches to Cyber Security issues.
Friday, March 30, 2012 Professional Career Workforce Development
@ Capitol College Noon- 2pm. Refreshments provided
Participants will have an opportunity to personally interact with recruiting representatives from local and regional businesses (e.g., aerospace, NASA, NSA, etc.) and learn about professional careers available in STEM fields with a particular focus on space, science and NASA. This workshop will be held in conjunction with Capitol College’s Career Fair, where students can talk directly with company recruiters regarding employment opportunities.
Friday, April 13, 2012 Virtual Reality
@ Capitol College Noon- 2 pm. Lunch provided
This seminar will look at virtual technological and its uses. Participants will have an opportunity to examine 3D modeling, simulation, readily utilized systems and equipment to gain a stronger understanding of their advancements. There will also be introduction of new innovative 3D technologically-based applications, virtual imaging and expansive artificial environments.
Friday, April 27, 2012 Putting It All Together
@ Capitol College 4pm- 6 pm
The final workshop will be the culminating event with Dr. Michael Wood, Capitol College’s president, in attendance. Certificates of completion will be issued to students who successfully participated in at least four of the previous five workshops.
For more information about the program and workshops, contact yjones {at} capitol-college.edu.
