Join us for the launch of the West Virginia STEM Alliance following Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol (URDC)
- Thursday, February 19, 2026
- West Virginia Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305
- Keynote Speaker: A STEM professional from WV highlights their personal story and research journey
- Interactive Roundtables: Explore technologies of STEM, meet your potental mentors, and learn about pathways into STEM careers
- Graduate Program Showcase: Discover what’s available in WV STEM
SCHEDULE SETUP
1:30-2:15pm – Keynote Presentation (10 minute break)
2:25-3:10pm – Breakout Sessions (10 minute break)
3:20-4:05pm – Breakout Sessions
4:15-5:00pm – Ice Cream Social
| Session 1 – Undergraduate researchers panel | Session 2 – Undergraduate research opportunities to discuss SURE and EMBRY programs | Session 3 – “Pluto Didn’t Change—Science Did: How Curiosity, Change, and Career Paths Evolve in STEM” by Dr. Tina Cartwright | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30-2:15pm | Plenary Session with Drs. Lonnie Thompson and Ellen Mosley-Thompson | ||
| 2:25-3:10pm | Breakout Group 1 | Breakout Group 2 | Breakout Group 3 |
| 3:20-4:05pm | Breakout Group 4 | Breakout Group 5 | Breakout Group 6 |
| 4:15pm-5:00pm | Ice Cream Social |
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