Virtual EMPOWER 2020
Save the date: Friday May 15 - Saturday May 16,2020
WHAT IS EMPOWER 2020?
Have you ever wondered what college is like and how to afford it? Are you interested in pursuing a career in STEM but still unsure what major to choose? Every year the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers at UCSD hosts the Empower High School Conference to inspire high school students to follow a career in the STEM field. Due to the Coronavirus Epidemic this year we are moving completely Virtual and having all our activities be through Zoom! At Empower, participants will have the opportunity to network with UCSD students and faculty, engage in live Q&A on engineering and Financial Aid workshops, and also learn about the many opportunities that a STEM degree can provide. Did we mention there will be FREE Raffle prizes of gift cards for simply attending and participating?
Activities
The event will feature keynote speakers who range from UCSD Students to Industry Professionals who will be going over STEM & College related Q&A workshops.
Free!
Empower is completely free! Make sure you register to have access to the Raffle prizes since stock will be limited!
Waivers
By accepting to enter into Virtual EMPOWER links you are accepting our waivers to be able to record Media Release and Liability forms. If you are under the age of 18 make sure to go over these with your parents/legal guardians!
SCHEDULE : DAY 1
Engineering & Financial Aid Workshops
12:10-12:40
Eng Field #1
Bio Eng.
Environmental Eng.
Computer Science/Eng
SCHEDULE : DAY 2
May 16 - Engineering & Industry Workshops
12:10 - 12:40
Eng Field #1
Electrical Eng.
Computer Science
1:50 - 2:20
Eng Field #3
Chemical Eng.
Mechanical Eng.
Bio Enginering
ABOUT SHPE @ UCSD
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers chapter at UC San Diego was established in 1986. The purpose was originally to create a medium in which the small population of Hispanic/Latino students studying engineering at the university could network with other Hispanic engineers in the area. It was soon apparent that networking was just one of the many benefits that SHPE would provide to students. The role of the chapter has evolved to where it currently serves as a way for students to receive tips and encouragement for academic and professional success.
STUDENT REGISTRATION
You may register and join the gift card raffle by clicking the student registration button below.
By registering your student/entering the raffle or just by attending Empower 2020, you accept these two waivers.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN IS THE EVENT?
Virtual Empower High School Conference 2020 will take place over 2 days:Friday, May 15th & Saturday, May 16th, 2020 from 12:00PM - 2:30PM through the Zoom Links above.
DO I HAVE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND?
No! This year is a free access to everyone who wants to join. Registration is needed only if you want to be part of the FREE Raffle!
CAN I LEAVE EARLY?
We ask that you stay for the entire event since we want to be respectful to our guest speakers and workshop leaders. If you have to leave early due to an emergency, we ask that you at least finish the current session you are in and do so in a proper manner.
WHAT WILL THE CONFERENCE CONSIST OF?
The conference will consist of Live Virtual panels of, engineering workshops, guest speakers, and lots of interaction between you and UCSD students.
HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE TO PARTICIPATE?
Registration is open to students in grades 9 through 12, but anyone interested in STEM or higher education are welcome!
CAN MY LITTLE SIBLING COME?
If your sibling is interested in higher education or STEM and have access to Zoom they are welcome!
I AM NOT HISPANIC, CAN I STILL ATTEND EMPOWER 2020?
Empower 2020 is open to everyone and we encourage all who are interested to come check out the many activities we have in store for students from grades 9 through 12!
WHAT IF I DON’T KNOW ANYONE?
Don't worry! You will meet people there who share similar interests as you! Our many volunteers will also be glad to get to know you.
WHAT IF I CAN'T ATTEND THE SCHEDULED TIMES?
All Panels will be recorded and posted at a later date in this same page so that if you weren't able to attend you won't miss any important information!
WHERE CAN I GET A COPY OF THE WAIVERS?
You can get both waivers here. Don't forget to go over them with your parent/guardian! Accessing EMPOWER 2020 will mean you (and your parents if you are under 18 years of age) have agreed to both forms as we will be recording all sessions.
CONTACT US
Feel free to contact us for any additional questions or concerns.
shpeucsd.outreach@gmail.com