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Portal Innovations, 400 N Aberdeen St, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60642
YWIB-Chicago: Future Innovators – A STEM Career Adventure
Join us for an interactive STEM Career Exploration Day! This event gives students the chance to meet real scientists, engineers, biotech professionals, and healthcare innovators from local organizations. Students will rotate through hands-on career stations, participate in engaging activities, and learn what different STEM careers actually look like in the real world. The program will begin with a short panel and Q&A session, during which students can ask professionals about their career paths, education, and daily work. After that, students will move through interactive booths in small groups and complete a STEM passport challenge. Students who visit every station will receive a prize, and additional giveaways will be available throughout the event. Space is limited, and registration is required. We look forward to welcoming students for a fun and educational experience!
Notes: This is a drop-off event (parents/guardians may attend if preferred). All registered students will receive free lunch. Closed-toe shoes are required for all participants.
Program
10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Check-In
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Panel with STEM Professionals
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Q&A with STEM Professionals
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Rotating Hands-On Science Activities
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch
YWIB Age Group
Middle School
Pricing Information
Please read the WIB Code of Conduct.
Maximum Capacity
50
Parking Information
Paid parking is available; limited street parking is available.
Public Transit Information
Portal Innovations at 400 N Aberdeen (Fulton Labs) is highly accessible via public transport in Chicago's Fulton Market, located near CTA Green/Blue lines, the Metra, and offering a complimentary shuttle to major train stations. Nearby stops include Morgan and Grand (CTA), with a 7-minute walk to the future Ogden/Kinzie Metra stop.
Accessibility Accommodations
The venue is ADA-compliant and accessible to those with physical disabilities. The 9th floor is accessible via elevator.
YWIB-Chicago
ChicagoYWIB@WomenInBio.org
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