October 2, 2021

CONVENTION News & Updates

Understanding that many of our members are excited about the 2021 National Convention, but are also concerned about safety during this ongoing pandemic, we have recently updated the website to include a complete list of detailed safety protocols and guidelines. VIEW PROTOCOLS

The choice to keep the 2021 National Convention was not an easy nor a simple decision. But we think it is the right one for the overall well-being of our SHPE Familia. Find out why by reading our Official Statement >

To ensure a safer environment, SHPE is providing 3 buttons in everyone's convention bag that can be worn to quickly designate physical distance comfort level: Red – Keeping my distance Yellow – Bumping elbows is preferred Green – Handshakes and hugs are ok Choose your own level for each event you attend on each day!

SHPE's Board Chair & Interim CEO, Miguel Alemañy and other key staff spent last Wednesday answering all your safety and COVID questions. Whether you missed it the first time around or are looking for a refresher, please check out the recording of the Town Hall Meeting below. WATCH NOW

ANNOUNCEMENTS

UTEP STUDENT WINS CONVENTION VIP PACKAGE Eduardo Reaza from University of Texas at El Paso has won the VIP Package for National Convention. The mechanical engineering student and Product Design Engineer intern for Cummins will receive a full refund on his registration plus airfare, housing, and cut-the-line pass for the Career Fair. If you haven't secured your spot to #SHPE21, now is the time! REGISTER NOW

REQUEST SUPPORT FROM YOUR SCHOOL For our student members, we have created a letter from the CEO that you can share with your Advisor or Dean to request support from your college or university to attend the 2021 SHPE National Convention. This letter emphasizes the benefits of the convention for students, as well as, the safety measures SHPE has put in place for the event. For California students, it also addresses the state-funded prohibition on travel to Florida. DOWNLOAD NOW

DID YOU KNOW? Included with your 2021 Convention registration is access to our Digital "On Demand" Library of all sessions, speakers, and special events for up-to 1-year! Want to re-watch that inspiring monologue, or attend a workshop you missed? Now you will be able to!

UPCOMING DEADLINES

3-MINUTE THESIS COMPETITION sponsored by Exponent Showcase your research! This year at Convention, the Graduate Track will hold a 3-Minute Thesis Competition at the Graduate Hospitality Suite. Eligible applicants should sign up by October 15. Each application will be reviewed by peers and sponsors, and the top three will present in person in Orlando with a chance to win cash prizes. Check out the entire Graduate Track here, and sign up for the competition below. SIGN UP

DESIGN CHALLENGE sponsored by Nissan The Design Challenge is happening again this year, and it's completely virtual! 24 extraordinary SHPE student members will be selected and split into 8 teams to tackle this years competition over the span of 4 days. To sign-up, all applicants must answer two application questions, submit their resume, meet the deadline for submission, and be registered for the SHPE National Convention by 11:59PM PST on Friday, October 8. APPLY NOW

START PLANNING

The National Convention Agenda is LIVE! And it's searchable. It's time to start exploring all of the the sessions and speakers available this year so you can make the most out of your Convention experience. VIEW AGENDA

STAY IN THE KNOW

MAGICAL MARTES EVERY TUESDAY AT 7PM ET ON INSTAGRAM LIVE Every Tuesday we're live on SHPE's Instagram chatting about a different aspect of the event with the experts in charge of them. In the next installment of Magical Martes on October 5, representatives from the Academic Conference committee will join us live to share the exciting highlights and what to expect this year from the Community College, Undergraduate, and Graduate tracks. Follow us on Instagram >

Did you miss one? Check out our complete archive of Magical Martes streams on our YouTube's 2021 National Convention playlist!

QUICK LINKS

WEBSITE REGISTER AGENDA EXHIBITORS

We look forward to seeing you in Orlando, Florida on November 10-14! Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on all things #SHPE2021.

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