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2012 New York City FIRST® Science and Technology College and Career Expo helps students explore new opportunities
More than 30 educational institutions and corporations to exhibit March 16-18, 2012 at theJacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY – March 6, 2012 – Science, Technology, Education and Mathematics (STEM) lessons build the foundation for new career opportunities, and students of all ages will get a taste of the possibilities at the New York City FIRST Science and Technology College and Career Expo, March 16-18, 2012, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, NY.
“The employers of today put a premium on innovative problem solvers who are skilled in science and technology applications,” said Arlene Goldman, Volunteer Head of the Committee for the FIRST Science and Technology College and Career Expo. “This weekend, students and their parents will explore a world of opportunities for achieving their long-term educational and career goals in promising STEM career fields.”
On Friday, March 16 and Saturday, March 17, students will have the opportunity to connect with more than 30 colleges and universities offering FIRST Scholarships and learn more about options in education within STEM. Some of the top colleges and universities within STEM are confirmed to exhibit, including the Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Yale, BU, MIT and Capital College.
On Sunday, March 18 corporations from across the tri-state area will descend on the Javits Center to talk to students and parents about future career opportunities, This includes Fortune 500 companies who are looking for the best and brightest talent.
The New York City FIRST Science and Technology Career Expo is part of the 12th Annual New York City FIRST Mega Weekend, which combines three intense robotics competitions under one roof.
For more information about the New York City FIRST Mega Weekend, goto http://www.nycfirst.org.
Note: Press passes and photos are available upon request
About New York City FIRST
NYC FIRST is the Regional Office of FIRST®, the 501c3 not-for-profit organization created to inspire youth to pursue studies and careers in science and technology and to help students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to compete in the technologically-driven global economy.
Contact:
George Nikanorov
Head of NYC FIRST Marketing Committee
Head of Marketing
DATA Inc.
(201) 799-4937
george@dataincusa.com
More than 30 educational institutions and corporations to exhibit March 16-18, 2012 at theJacob K. Javits Convention Center
New York, NY – March 6, 2012 – Science, Technology, Education and Mathematics (STEM) lessons build the foundation for new career opportunities, and students of all ages will get a taste of the possibilities at the New York City FIRST Science and Technology College and Career Expo, March 16-18, 2012, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, NY.
“The employers of today put a premium on innovative problem solvers who are skilled in science and technology applications,” said Arlene Goldman, Volunteer Head of the Committee for the FIRST Science and Technology College and Career Expo. “This weekend, students and their parents will explore a world of opportunities for achieving their long-term educational and career goals in promising STEM career fields.”
On Friday, March 16 and Saturday, March 17, students will have the opportunity to connect with more than 30 colleges and universities offering FIRST Scholarships and learn more about options in education within STEM. Some of the top colleges and universities within STEM are confirmed to exhibit, including the Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Yale, BU, MIT and Capital College.
On Sunday, March 18 corporations from across the tri-state area will descend on the Javits Center to talk to students and parents about future career opportunities, This includes Fortune 500 companies who are looking for the best and brightest talent.
The New York City FIRST Science and Technology Career Expo is part of the 12th Annual New York City FIRST Mega Weekend, which combines three intense robotics competitions under one roof.
For more information about the New York City FIRST Mega Weekend, goto http://www.nycfirst.org.
Note: Press passes and photos are available upon request
About New York City FIRST
NYC FIRST is the Regional Office of FIRST®, the 501c3 not-for-profit organization created to inspire youth to pursue studies and careers in science and technology and to help students acquire the knowledge and skills needed to compete in the technologically-driven global economy.
Contact:
George Nikanorov
Head of NYC FIRST Marketing Committee
Head of Marketing
DATA Inc.
(201) 799-4937
george@dataincusa.com
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