Fourth Annual Louisville Youth Science Summit is Saturday, June 14
June 4, 2014
LOUISVILLE, Ky., (June 4, 2014) -- Kentucky Science Center announced today the fourth annual Louisville Youth Science Summit, which will take place on Saturday, June 14, at GE's Appliance Park.
Created by the Science Center's Youth Infusion Board, the Youth Science Summit provides a platform for middle and high school students ages 11-18to dialogue on hot science topics, to interact with leading professionals in speed mentoring sessions and hands-on industry labs, and to advocate for advancement in science, technology, engineering and math. The event is presented by GE Appliances with support from Time Warner Cable as official media partner.
"There is a growing community of young people across our state who are not only passionate about science, but also see it radically changing the landscape of our communities and want to harness that for future good," said Science Center Executive Director Joanna Haas. "The Youth Science Summit is designed to cultivate that passion and ideation in our community, whether you are a rising 6th grader with a passion for studying astronomy or a high school senior who can't wait to earn her college degree in computer science."
The 2014 Louisville Youth Science Summit will feature on-site lab experiences, distance-learning opportunities with esteemed institutions from across the continent and include interactions with presenting partners in a "reverse science fair" where local STEM institutions present their innovations to attending students.
"We are thrilled to host the fourth annual Youth Science Summit at Appliance Park this year," said Pam Evans, Community Relations for GE Appliances. "GE Appliances and the Kentucky Science Center have a long-standing partnership in STEM education through sponsorship opportunities like the Youth Science Summit, the Advanced Manufacturing Science Celebration, employee volunteerism and representation on the Science Center's Board of Directors."
Participating students will rotate from one experience to another throughout the day, ensuring a diverse and unique conference-like experience for each attendee. Mark Hogg, CEO and Founder of WaterStep, will provide the keynote address in the morning. GE Appliances has a strong relationship with WaterStep, a Louisville-based organization that works to provide solutions to the root causes of waterborne illness through training and readily available technology. The Louisville Water Company, GE employees and retirees have been volunteering their time to help design a water purification system that is more affordable, more compact and easier to install in developing countries, while being manufactured with components and tools typically available at any hardware store.
This year, Youth Science Summit participants will also experience exclusive facility tours onsite at GE Appliance Park. Student facility tours will include GE's state-of-the-art Rapid Prototyping Center, which houses rapid prototype 3D printers with a wide variety of printing technologies that can produce workable models in different materials and sizes. A hands-on presentation and design activity involving 3D printing will be included, as well as visits to the Acoustics Lab and GE's Product Showroom.
The cost to attend the 2014 Louisville Youth Science Summit is $25 per student and includes a light breakfast and lunch in addition to an event t-shirt. The summit begins at 9:00 a.m. and will end at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are available in advance by calling (502) 561-6100, ext. 6111 or visitingwww.KYScienceCenter.org.
About the Kentucky Science Center (KYScienceCenter.org)
Kentucky Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution that encourages people of all ages to enjoy science, mathematics and technology in a stimulating and engaging environment that is educational as well as entertaining. Designated the "State Science Center of Kentucky" by the 2002 Kentucky General Assembly, Kentucky Science Center features interactive exhibit experiences and engaging programs for children, families and adults. Kentucky Science Center is committed to growing a scientifically literate community that investigates, questions, and challenges.
Kentucky Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution that encourages people of all ages to enjoy science, mathematics and technology in a stimulating and engaging environment that is educational as well as entertaining. Designated the "State Science Center of Kentucky" by the 2002 Kentucky General Assembly, Kentucky Science Center features interactive exhibit experiences and engaging programs for children, families and adults. Kentucky Science Center is committed to growing a scientifically literate community that investigates, questions, and challenges.
About GE AppliancesGE Appliances is at the forefront of building innovative, energy-efficient appliances that improve people's lives. GE Appliances' products include refrigerators, freezers, cooking products, dishwashers, washers, dryers, air conditioners, water filtration systems and water heaters. General Electric (NYSE: GE) works on things that matter to build a world that works better. For more information on GE Appliances, visitwww.ge.com/appliances.
About Time Warner Cable: Connect a Million MindsTime Warner Cable's (TWC) Connect a Million Minds (CAMM) is a five-year, $100 million cash and in-kind philanthropic initiative to address America's declining proficiency in science, technology and math (STEM), which puts our children at risk of not competing successfully in a global economy. Using its media assets, TWC creates awareness of the issue and inspires students to develop the STEM skills they need to become the problem solvers of tomorrow. TWC's national CAMM partners are CSAS (Coalition for Science After School) and FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). Local TWC markets are activating CAMM across the country with community-specific programs and partnerships. To learn more about Connect a Million Minds, visit www.connectamillionminds.com.
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