Breakout Sessions
Fall 2023 Conference Breakout Sessions
FUNdamentals of coding with Micro:bit Expand dropdownBrought to you by: EMU Women in Computer Science
Summary: Students will learn about the basics of coding, familiarize themselves with the hardware and software components of a Micro:bit, and work through some programming projects with the Micro:bit. The students will be able to test their projects and see their code come to life!
Location: Pray-Harrold Building
A-maze-ing Drone Race Expand dropdownBrought to you by: EMU Women in Computer Science
Summary: The students will be tasked with navigating drones through an indoor maze/course. They will learn how to fly the drone, do tricks with it, and there will be teams competing to get the fastest time through the course.
Location: Pray-Harrold Building
Learning By Building - Take on Construction Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University
Summary: Learning by doing is vital to the construction process, and students will build bridges that can be imagined with engineered sticks. Student teams will use supplies to build the strongest structure for prizes.
Location: Sill Hall
Product Design & Development with Engineering Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University
Summary: Learn what it takes to make a fidget spinner. Use melted plastic and casting to create your own.
Location: Sill Hall
It's a Fashion Innovation!! Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University
Summary: Students will learn about the Fashion Marketing Innovation degree and the career paths in the fashion industry. The Fashion Innovation session will include an overview and of designing and pattern development of a dress from concept to creation. Each student will add embellishments to a prototype miniature dress to take with them.
Location: Roosevelt Hall
Virtual Reality/Interior Architecture/Interior Design Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University
Summary: Students will have three hands-on activities:
- Use computer software-Sketchup-to build 3D model of a residential house.
- Experience a virtual reality headset viewing our own design students' work.
- Draft a house plan with a furniture template and choose interior finishes.
Location: Roosevelt Hall
Planes are a Girls Best Friend Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University
Summary: Ready for an adventure! The sky’s the limit! Learn how professionals plan your favorite routes in the sky. From picking a destination, to the weather necessary to take to the sky, to taking off with blue skys ahead. Join the all female aviation team as we show you the behind the scenes of flight planning and the different opportunities for women in this field.
Location: Roosevelt Hall
Build a Candy Selector Machine Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Promess
Summary: So many talents are needed to make an idea a reality. Using your talents and the items provided, come up with a machine to pick which candy to eat. Then, test your communication skills to see how well someone else can assemble your design. Awards will be given, and of course.. there will be candy!
Location: Student Center
Electrical Engineering 101 - Learn how to build circuits Expand dropdownBrought to you by: SEMI Foundation and Eastern Michigan University Student Engineers
Summary: Students will learn the basics of what is a circuit and how to build a circuit using a kit which participants can take home with them.
Location: Student Center
Become a Nurse - Learn the basics of First Aid Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University Nursing
Summary: Learn the basics of first aid from EMU Nursing Students. They will share their experiences with the nursing program and what it takes to go to nursing school.
Location: Student Center
Campus Tour Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University Admissions
Summary: Have you ever wondered what a college campus looks like? Take a tour of all the wonderful places on the campus of EMU. See dorm rooms, and science complex. library, a brand-new engineering building and so much more!
Location: Student Center
Dance Disaster Building Construction Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University Society of Women Engineers
Summary: Are you ready to become an architect and engineer, all while rocking out to your favorite tunes? In this activity, you'll get to design and build a concert venue that can withstand the wildest crowds and the loudest music, all while staying within a strict budget. Think about the materials you'll need to use, the shape of your building, and how you'll make sure it can support the weight of all those cheering fans. You'll get to test your creation by turning up the volume and seeing if it can handle the beat! Not only will you get to show off your creative side, but you'll also learn about the science and engineering behind building strong structures. So grab your hard hat and get ready to rock!
Location: Student Center
Building Body Parts! Expand dropdownBrought to you by: NovaCare Prosthetics & Orthotics
Summary: In this breakout session learn how body parts are built for patients in the world or prosthetics! Participants will practice using a 3D scanner and CAD system for shape capture, how to assemble prosthetic limbs and how our body's electrical current is used operate a myoelectric "robot" hand!
Location: Student Center
Your Digital Tattoo: Cyber Safety and Security Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Washtenaw Area Council for Children
Summary: This workshop will discuss our online lives and ways to protect our information and ourselves. Participants will experience a choose-your-own-adventure online game and learn how a Digital Tattoo is formed. Topics include protecting our Online Privacy, Digital Reputation, Cyberbullying, Sexting, Online Predators, Cyber Crime Laws, and Online Security.
Location: Halle Library
Ready To Be A Data Scientist? - Learn The Journey From Data To Visualization With Domino's Pizza Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Domino's
Summary: Data scientists use data to extract meaningful insights and help organizations make better decisions. Our session will introduce you to skills that real life data scientists use to extract useful information from databases and to deliver valuable insights to leadership effectively and efficiently. The first activity will cover the basics of Structured Query Language (SQL) with hands-on exercises. In the second activity, you will learn how to present your results and insights to an audience with better visualization. This will be an interactive session with prizes for those who participate!
Location: Halle Library
Learning the Basics to Become a Cyber Security Pro Expand dropdownBrought to you by: EMU Information Assurance Club
Summary: This session will introduce the different topics a cyber security and will offer hands-on applications in a computer lab. We will be doing some competitions and giving away great prizes.
Location: Halle Library
Divas & Dollars Expand dropdownBrought to you: ATHENA
Summary: In this session students will have the opportunity to learn financial principles to build wealth and practice what you learn using fun, interactive computer games. Girls attending this session will also have a chance to apply for a scholarship to attend the Young Enterprising Women conference in Orlando, FL. This session is brought to you through a grant from the Institute for Consumer Money Management in partnership with ATHENA and the Enterprising Women Foundation.
Location: Halle Library
Cosmetic Chemistry, UV Necklace and Fascinating Chemical Demonstrations Expand dropdownBrought to you by: Eastern Michigan University Chemistry Department
Summary: Students will become cosmetic chemists by formulating and and preparing their own green and environmentally sustainable lip balm from natural ingredients. They can add fragrance, put it into tubes, and take it home. Students will also make a necklace that contains beads that are sensitive to ultraviolet (uv) light. Students will then observe some fun chemical demonstrations including some involving fire and radioactivity.
Location: Mark Jefferson Science Complex