Join our fabulous STEM students at Los Medanos College as they present the research they’ve been working on during classes, out of classes, in internships, and during summer programs.  

Symposium Agenda

Pre-Conference Events

11:30 AM - 11:35 AM High School Welcome 

Dr. Nicole Trager, Interim Dean of Math and Science

11:35 AM - 12:10 PM High School Opening Session: Engage in the Future of STEM

MESA Interns and Women in STEM 

Presenter Poster set-up

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM Registration & Lunch 

Lunch provided. Please bring your own water bottle or cup to reduce your waste at the event!

Conference Events

12:45 PM- 1:00 PM Welcome and Introduction 

Briana McCarthy, Biology Professor

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM Professional Networking Session:

Connection Rules Everything Around Me: Using the Power of Communication in STEM

Marie Arcidiacono Kaufman, Communication Studies Professor

1:50 PM - 3:00 PM Student Research Poster Sessions

Poster Session I: 1:50 - 2:20 PM 

Odd Numbered Posters

Poster Session II: 2:30 - 3:00 PM

Even Numbered Posters

3:10 PM - 4:15 PM Networking with STEM Professionals: Local STEM Professional Panel

Dr. Nicole Trager, Interim Dean of Math and Science

Light refreshments provided. 

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM Closing Remarks: Prizes and Raffle

Tess Shideler, Biology Professor

Girlie Sison, Chemistry Professor