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Georgia STEM Day 2024

Friday, March 1, 2024 (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM) (EST)

Description

Georgia STEM Day is a day for schools, educators, students, and companies to engage in activities involving science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). By celebrating Georgia STEM Day 2024, you help to raise awareness of the importance of STEM in our state. Thousands of people across Georgia will participate to celebrate Georgia STEM Day on March 1, 2024.

Georgia STEM Day - March 1, 2024 Agenda

Time	Session	Presenter
9:05 - 9:15 a.m.	Welcome & Introductions	TAG-Ed

9:15 - 10:00 a.m.	GA Aquarium - Technology in Conservation Research 9th - 12th Grade In this session participants will learn about the different tools that are used in research. Many of these tools are dependent on incredible technology to help aid in the collection of data. Researchers use this information to learn more about animal behaviors and how a changing environment may be influencing changes in behaviors.	Ayi Ajavon, Environmental Educator, Georgia Aquarium
10:00 - 10:45 a.m.	Pink STEM & Partners - Exploring AI Careers *6th - 12th Grade* Join us for inspiring sessions tailored to increase awareness for women, girls, and minority students exploring AI careers. Led by Pink STEM founder, Dr. Tamika Head, our sessions will feature conversations with industry experts from Delta Airlines and a STEM Director spearheading a multi-million dollar initiative in Atlanta to enhance AI job opportunities for minorities in manufacturing. Additionally, we'll hear from a College Robotics Instructor and showcase a video presentation from Ga Tech and NASA. Concluding with a demonstration from local middle school students operating a robotic arm in our Pink STEM Robotics Lab, this immersive experience promises to empower and inspire. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shape a diverse and inclusive future in AI!	Dr. Tamika Ray-Head, Founder, Pink STEM Inc. and Partners
10:45 - 11:30 a.m.	Introduction to AI Navigation - NPursuit Careers Partners 9th -12th Grade The presentation will teach the AI basics through fun, engaging experiences and chat prompts. Experience AI in Action from chatbots to smart algorithms, predict music and design images that are created simply with your imagination. We'll also show you AI powered job search strategies, resume assistance and interview prep.	Jahari Soward, Managing Director NPursuit Career Partners
11:30 - 12:30 p.m.	STEM @ GTRI - The Science of Small 3rd - 8th Grade In this session, we'll explore the science of small with help of the SCOPE program. Using an electron microscope, we'll look at small objects in incredible detail -- and we'll see which class is the best at identifying our miniscule mysteries! We'll also learn how research on the nanoscale helps us improve technology, medicine, and more.	Tyler Kinner, Research Scientist at Georgia Tech Research Institute
12:30 - 1:15 p.m.	Zoo Atlanta - Amazing Animal Adaptions Kindergarten - 12th Grade Run, jump, crawl and climb - animals have amazing adaptions to move, hide, and survive! On this live, virtual visit to Zoo Atlanta, you will observe animals in action and learn what makes them unique! This program will engage participants from animal habitats around the Zoo, and will connect learners to STEM concepts as they learn about Zoo Atlanta’s animal ambassadors and conservation initiatives.	Colleen Murphy, School Programs Supervisor, Zoo Atlanta
1:15 - 2:00 p.m.	UGA College of Engineering - Georgia AIM Technology Vignettes 9th-12th Grade Join UGA College of Engineering graduate students for a fun and informative session providing a Georgia AIM Technology Demo! This session will featuring Data Analytics, Machine Learning and AR/VR.	Selah Gardner & Dr. Beshoy Morkos & Graduate Students, UGA College of Engineering