Leading Minds Join 2013 Conference Speaker Lineup

Leading Minds Guide the Way at 2013 Conference U.S. News STEM Solutions brings the brightest and boldest minds in education, business and government together to discuss and solve the most relevant issues facing STEM education and employment. The 2013 conference will feature a lineup of high-impact speakers that will inspire and challenge attendees to deliver innovative solutions to fill jobs now and impact the strength of the U.S. STEM workforce for years to come.

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Sign-up now for the 2013 conference, which features a variety of exciting speakers, experts, and topics. From the gender gap and new math and science standards to upgrades in vocational training and the promise of MOOCs, the comprehensive lineup serves up a wealth of solutions and success stories. Highlights include:

Opening Ceremony ? Join Margaret Spellings, Senior Advisor, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and former U.S. Secretary of Education, and other esteemed experts as they examine the key drivers of change in STEM education and workforce development. The Great Debate ? Don?t miss Arthur Levine, Ph.D.,President of the Woodrow Wilson Fellowship Foundation, Nina Rees, President & CEO, National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, and other leading minds as they debate the challenges at the forefront of the STEM crisis. The Gender Gap ? Learn how higher education is leading the way in reversing the gender gap in STEM from luminaries such as Linda P.B. Katehi, Ph.D., Chancellor, University of California-Davis, Maria Klawe, Ph.D., President, Harvey Mudd College, Bevlee Watford, Ph.D., Director, Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity, Virginia Tech, and Maria Zuber, Ph.D., Vice President for Research, E.A. Griswold Professor of Geophysics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Blending Learning and Flipped Classrooms ? Get the inside scoop on flexible learning environments and other innovative teaching techniques from Jon Bergmann, Lead Technology Facilitator, Joseph Sears School, Matthew Peterson, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Technical Officer, MIND Research Institute, and Heather Staker, Education Senior Research Fellow, Innosight Institute.

To see the complete list of confirmed speakers and register, visit http://www.USNewsStemSolutions.com.

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Subject: Oklahoma State University College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology Junior Day 2013

Dear Educator, On behalf of Oklahoma State University and the College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology, we would like to invite your junior students to attend OSU CEAT J-Day 2013. This year?s CEAT Junior Day will take place on Friday, April 19th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the OSU main campus in Stillwater. The day-long event features an Avengers theme, speakers on various topics related to engineering, architecture, and technology, introductory breakout sessions for students: individual interests, creative competitions (for prizes!) based on problem-solving and real-world skills, catered breakfast and lunch from Stillwater's own Red Rock Bakery, and tours of the college and campus. This is a great opportunity for students who have an interest in engineering, technology, math, science, or students who are unsure of what major they might be interested in to learn more about the fields they can pursue and to experience the amazing culture of Oklahoma State. We encourage you to extend this invitation to all of your junior students, advertise with the attached flyer, and inform their teachers of this opportunity. The cost per student is only $10, which includes breakfast, lunch, a t-shirt, and a day on the beautiful OSU campus that will be packed full of fun and educational experiences. This cost can be covered by your school, if possible, or by the individual students. Please register your students (or have them register individually) by completing the form located online at http://www.strikingly.com/osujuniorday. The deadline to register is Friday, March 29th. There are a limited number of spots available and spots are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Payment by cash, check or money order (made out to OSU CEAT Student Council) must also be mailed after registration to Oklahoma State University, Attn: CEAT Freshman Council, 101 Engineering North, Stillwater, OK 74078. More details will be sent to you or to the students via email after this initial registration. If you wish to bring students from your school as a group or if you have any questions, please contact the J-Day 2013 coordinators at seth.cleary@okstate.edu or price.buckley@okstate.edu, or reply to this email and we will direct your question. We hope your students will join us on April 19th for this exciting learning experience! Oklahoma State University College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology Freshman Council Summary What: OSU College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology Junior Day 2013 When: Friday, April 19th, 2013 ? 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Where: OSU Main Campus ? Stillwater, OK How much: $10 per student How to sign up: Register online by March 29th