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STEMCon 2024

October 26, 2024, 8:30AM - 4PM

What is STEMCon?

An innovative STEM conference for students in Grade 8-12, featuring 2 keynotes, 3 workshop streams and a networking fair. This conference has been held since 2017 in Vancouver, creating opportunities for youth to learn more about various STEM fields through hands-on activities.

Guest Speakers

  • Donna Turner

    Donna Turner is the Associate Dean of Computing at BCIT, where she brings extensive experience from her background in Computer Engineering and project management. She is passionate about education and is dedicated to aligning BCIT's computing program with industry needs, believing in the transformative power of learning.

Workshops

Genome BC

Genome BC is an organization that supports and promotes genomics research and education, with the goal of sparking curiosity and interest in the next generation of scientists.

BCIT Computing Faculty

Join BCIT Computing faculty Ayesha Anzer and Fatemeh Riahi in the lab for a hands-on workshop. Ayesha and Fatemeh bring a wealth of industry experience and a passion for teaching. They teach in BCIT’s popular two-year diploma programs, which are offered in Burnaby or the Downtown Campus. Learn something new with our friendly team!

The Starfish

The Starfish Canada is an organization that empowers and uplifts young Canadian changemakers to lead the environmental movement and shape a just, climate-resilient future.

Ocean wise

Ocean Wise is a global environmental charity dedicated to rebuilding a resilient and vibrant ocean through conservation efforts addressing critical issues like overfishing, pollution, and climate change.

Schedule

Schedule of STEMCon 2024

Registration has opened. Information on keynote speakers, workshops, and location is located above..

8:30 - 9:00AM
Registration
9:00 - 9:15AM
Opening Ceremony
9:15 - 9:45AM
Opening Keynote
9:45 - 10:45AM
Workshop A (1hr)
10:45 - 12:00PM
Activity A (1h 15m)
12:00 - 12:50PM
Lunch
12:50 - 1:00PM
Travel
1:00 - 2:00PM
Workshop B (1hr)
2:00 - 2:15PM
Travel
2:15 - 3:45PM
Activity B (1.5hr)
3:45 - 4:00PM
Closing Ceremony
A group of students engaging in a STEM workshop, working on a project together. Students and mentors gathered around a table discussing STEM concepts with laptops and notes. A presenter at STEMCon demonstrating a scientific experiment to an audience of students. A group of students engaging in a STEM workshop, working on a project together. Students and mentors gathered around a table discussing STEM concepts with laptops and notes. A presenter at STEMCon demonstrating a scientific experiment to an audience of students.

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