This event will be a fun day of learning all about engineering! Some highlights for the day include hands-on engineering activities, discussing careers with women engineers, and an engaging keynote speaker!
Register today to learn all about engineering careers and get access to great STEM resources!
Who:
High School Students, Educators, & Engineering Professional Mentors
When:
February 21, 2025
Where:
Bartle Hall @ Kansas City Convention Center
For Students & Educators
Student Registration: Register Here! / Waiver
Teacher Registration: Register Here!
Registration Deadline: January 31, 2025
For Mentors
We are looking for STEM professionals to mentor students throughout the day and help out with activities! Mentors will be matched with 2-3 students to explore the day’s engineering activities, answer questions about what it is like to be an engineer, and inspire the students to learn more about STEM! We thank you in advance for your efforts in inspiring the next generation of engineers!
Our Keynote speaker is…
Rachael Griffey is the Global Supply Chain Business Manager at General Motors Fairfax Assembly and Stamping plant in Kansas City, Kansas. With a passion for her family, career, and continuous learning, Rachael has dedicated the past eight years to General Motors Fairfax, excelling in various roles.Residing in Liberty with her husband and two wonderful daughters, Rachael is deeply involved in her community. She serves as an Administrative Official for USA Swimming and actively participates in her daughters’ activities. Her commitment to professional growth is evident through her leadership as the Chairwoman of Fairfax’s Professional Managers Network, where she has fostered a culture of leadership, community service, and a passion for manufacturing.
Rachael’s journey in STEM began in high school and continued through her college coursework at the University of Missouri, Columbia, where she studied biology. She is now preparing to return to academia to pursue a degree in business administration with a concentration in data analytics. Additionally, Rachael is gearing up to help the GM Fairfax plant launch the new Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle, marking an exciting new chapter in her career.
Residing in Liberty with her husband and two wonderful daughters, Rachael is deeply involved in her community. She serves as an Administrative Official for USA Swimming and actively participates in her daughters’ activities. Her commitment to professional growth is evident through her leadership as the Chairwoman of Fairfax’s Professional Managers Network, where she has fostered a culture of leadership, community service, and a passion for manufacturing.
IGED Sponsors
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