Women in Science Conference *SOLD OUT- NO DOOR SALES, SEE VIRTUAL CONFERENCE OPTION*

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. THERE WILL BE NO DOOR SALES. PLEASE SEE THE VIRTUAL CONFERENCE OPTION TO ATTEND VIA ZOOM HERE.

The Women in Science Conference is a celebration of women in all STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) professions. Hosted by the Emerald Coast Science Center and BAE Systems, the evening will consist of inspirational presentations from professional women in STEM careers followed by a panel discussion where the audience can engage with speakers and ask questions. Proceeds benefit the Girls Empowered with Math and Science (GEMS) program held by the Emerald Coast Science Center.

All ages are welcome, especially middle school and high school students looking to discover careers in STEM. Guests will have a chance to mingle with the speakers and other guest professionals. This is an excellent event for all those looking to explore STEM opportunities right here in Okaloosa! Light refreshments provided.

This year, our speakers will discuss what inspired them to pursue careers in STEM fields, their role models, groundbreaking career moments,  how they have overcome challenges as women in STEM, and offer advice to young women interested in STEM careers and educations. All speakers will be a part of a panel discussion toward the end of the event to take questions from the audience. This is an excellent event for students of all ages and genders to receive firsthand advice and information from local STEM professionals.

WHEN/WHERE

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

5:30-7:30 p.m.

The Place on Beal

100 Beal Pkwy NW

Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

TICKET INFO

Students: free, Adults: $10

Students will still need to register for tickets in order for us to ensure we do not exceed the number of attendees our space can host.

SPEAKERS

-Stacia Hurt, Senior Principal Systems Engineer II, BAE Systems

-Kristen Shell, Deputy City Manager, City of Niceville

-Dr. Amanda Davis, Owner and Family Nurse Practitioner, SANE.Medical LLC

-Natalie Sullivan, Technical Director and Microbiologist, Analytical Services Corp

-Allison Beauregard Schwartz, Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research, University of West Florida

-Cheylin Woodruff, Marine Biology student, University of West Florida

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Title Sponsor: BAE Systems

Herschel Level Sponsors: Doolittle Institute • Hsu Foundation • HX5 • MTSI 

Lovelace Level Spsonsor: Au Pair in America • Beast Code • Cox • Emerald Coast Post Sociecty of American Military Engineers • Eglin Federal Credit Union • Northwest Florida Ear, Nose, & Throat • Society of Women Engineers of Northwest Florida

McClintock Level Sponsor: Fun for Emerald Coast Kids

Curious about becoming one of our Women in Science sponsors? Download our sponsorship packet here  for more information regarding sponsorship benefits and ways your business can help impact young women interested in STEM in our region. As a small independent nonprofit, sponsoring organizations help make events like this possible for our museum and community.