2018 Science and Technology Week
STATE Your Future
The College of Applied Science & Technology, along with Illinois State University is proud to host Roy Choi on April 17, 2018, as our keynote speaker.
April 16-20, 2018
Science and Technology Week celebrates advancements in the field of science and technology, as well as the hardworking, dedicated students and professionals who make those advancements possible. Past keynote speakers include:
Tim Gunn - television host and Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborne Inc.
Charlie Trotter - chef
Bill Nye - science guy
Brian Greene - theoretical physicist
....and more!
Schedule of Events
Professional Development Dinner - Monday, April 16, 5:00 p.m., Prairie Room, Bone Student Center
Keynote Speaker - Roy Choi - Tuesday, April 17, 7:00 p.m., Prairie Room, Bone Student Center
Neon at Night 5K Fun Run - Wednesday, April 18, 8:00 p.m., Student Fitness Center
Academy of Achievement - Thursday, April 19, 8:30 a.m., Hancock Stadium Club Room
Women in Leadership - Friday, April 20, 8:30 a.m., Hancock Stadium Club Room
Monday, April 16, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. - Prairie Room, Bone Student Center
Professional Development Dinner
Attend this event to learn formal dining skills and conversational practices for interview and work settings, while meeting College of Applied Science and Technology alumni.
- 5:00-6:00 p.m. Mocktail and mingle hour
- 6:00 p.m. Dinner and presentation
- $20 per student
- Registered Student Organizations can purchase seats or students may register individually.
- Sign up by Friday, April 6th by emailing Haley Francke hfranck@ilstu.edu.
Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. - Prairie Room, Bone Student Center
Keynote Address Mr. Roy Choi
- This event is free and open to the public.
- A book signing will immediately follow the lecture.
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. - Student Fitness Center
Neon at Night 5K Fun Run
Enjoy a 5K run through Illinois State's campus at night. This event is co-sponsored by CAST and Campus Recreation.
- Race will start and end at the Student Fitness Center
- Register at Alumni.IllinoisState.edu/neonrun
- $15 for ISU Students, $20 for ISU Faculty/Staff and Community. Beginning March 28, the entry fee will increase to $20 for ISU Students, $25 for ISU Faculty/Staff and Community
Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. - Hancock Stadium Club Room
Academy of Achievement Induction Ceremony
Celebrate CAST alumni during their induction to the Academy of Achievement. The Academy brings together alumni that are "thought leaders" in their fields, who, through their life work, serve as an inspiration to others to pursue similar career paths.
- Coffee hour, 8:30-9:30 a.m. (free and open to the public)
- Induction ceremony, 9:30 a.m. (free and open to the public)
- Brunch, 10:30 a.m. (invitation only)
Friday, April 20, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. - Hancock Stadium Club Room
Women in Leadership
Did you know that 7 out of 8 CAST departments graduate female students into male-dominated fields? Join us to have conversations about career success with successful CAST alumni. Keynote speaker is Danielle Miller-Schuster, Assistant Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs.
- $15 per student
- $30 per professional
- Sign up by Friday, April 6th by emailing Haley Francke hfranck@ilstu.edu.
Contact Haley Francke at hfranck@ilstu.edu with any questions or requests for accommodations.