World Of Work 2020:
Linn County Industry & Career Expo
Friday, November 20 (2 - 6 p.m.)
Saturday, November 21 (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

WOW2020 is an opportunity for young and old alike to explore and experience key area occupations and careers. This event is free and features hands-on displays and exhibits and networking opportunities. All Oregon Health Authority/COVID-19 protocols and mandates will be strictly enforced.

As a Steel Level Sponsor, the Mid-Valley STEM-CTE Hub is excited to share this opportunity with you and hope you will join us in participating!

For additional information, please contact Kris Latimer, Executive Director—Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Santiam, or 541-258-7105.
Micro-grants Program Updates
We've made 2 updates to the grants for educators:
1.) Grants are now available for up to $1000
2.) Grants are now available for any teacher, administrator, or school staff in Linn and Benton Counties.

Grants will be reviewed by an external committee, using a scoring matrix. Funding will be prioritized for applicants in rural and/or majority free and reduced lunch schools.

The educator grant application can be accessed here.

We are offering a limited number of $1,000-$5,000 micro-grants for community-based organizations in Linn and Benton Counties. This grant application can be accessed here.

Both grants are due Friday, November 20th.

Please contact us if you have any questions.
Hub Program Spotlight: MESA
We are so excited to share this opportunity for middle school and high school students in our region! Oregon MESA equips teachers to help under-served middle and high school students excel in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) through hands-on invention education.

With this program, more marginalized and low-income students not only graduate from high school, but also enroll in post-secondary studies and enter the workforce with STEM, 21st century and invention skills — fueling the innovation economy with diverse, talented leaders.

Want to learn more? Fill out this interest form and send it to Sarah Whiteside or Chris Singer.
Oregon Connections/Nepris Updates
Oregon Connections for Educators – Engage students through Real-world connections

Through Nepris you can take learning beyond the four walls of the classroom! Educators, librarians and counselors can access an extensive network of industry professionals who bring real-world context to everyday lessons by:

  • Joining an industry-offered virtual chat
  • Request a virtual guest speaker for your class
  • Browsing and viewing industry videos
  • Explore career pathways
Oregon Connections for Industry & Business Professionals – Share your skills to inspire the next generation

Nepris matches your background, experience, and skills to classroom and curriculum needs creating meaningful virtual interactions with the next generation of workers, anywhere, anytime. We make it possible to implement skills-based volunteering. Here’s how to get started:

  • Browse virtual volunteering opportunities
  • Sign up and offer to do an industry chat
  • Build your professional profile
Hub News
Halloween Giveaway
Most of you are already familiar with the classic erupting volcano science experiment. We’re basically doing that experiment, but with a little Halloween twist!

Visit our post to do this fun science experiment and make sure you enter our giveaway to win one of ten $25 gift cards to Brick Circuit in Albany!
#STEMCTEFRIDAYS: Everyday STEM
STEM isn’t all about expensive robotic kits or toys. While they are a great option (and tons of fun), you can have fun with STEM and teach valuable skills with everyday items right in your home.

Check out all of the everyday STEM fun here: http://ow.ly/soyH50C7kwc and visit our website to see all of our #STEMCTEFridays posts.
Manufacturing Month 2020
We couldn't be happier with how this year's Manufacturing Month turned out! We were able to provide seven presentations on careers in manufacturing as well as some online distance learning activities. You can still access all of the presentations and activities on our website.

Thanks to all of this month's presenters and to everyone who helped make this month a great success for the Hub!
#STEMintheRealWorld: Agility Robotics
Agility Robotics, based in Albany, OR, is one of the first companies to debut “humanoid-style” robots: that is, robots capable of moving as humans do. Ford Motor Company is slated to use Agility's "Digit" with their self-driving cars for delivery.

Congratulations to Agility Robotics on their recent campaign to raise $20 million of investment into their company. This investment will accelerate development and deployment of Digit. Watch the video to learn more about this exciting news!
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