At the Arizona Science, Technology, and Engineering Collaborative (ASTEC) Project for Girls Kick-Off Conference, we will launch our statewide initiative to increase girls’ involvement in STEM. At the Kick-Off you will connect and collaborate with other professionals in the area doing similar work, learn how you can get involved in ASTEC, and participate in a number of informative interactive presentations. Breakout sessions will be offered in the afternoon and an option tour of Biosphere 2 will begin at 4:00 pm for those who are interested (additional fee may apply). Registration includes lunch and materials.

Program managers, guidance counselors, business partners, technical professionals, K-12 teachers and parents, and representatives from professional organizations/ higher education are invited. Please download the conference flyer and share with others!

A limited number of scholarships are available for those with financial need.  Please contact Michelle Higgins for additional information, mhiggins@girlscoutssoaz.org.

Overnight accommodations are available at Biosphere 2 for those traveling. Please contact Biosphere 2 directly (dunlapc@email.arizona.edu, Christine Dunlap) to make arrangements. Rooms are $39.50 for shared rooms or $79.00 for single occupancy.

Date: Friday, September 28, 2012

Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Location: University of Arizona Biosphere 2

Cost: $25, includes lunch