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Evansville, Indiana Branch
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Career Exploration Workshops:
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Workshop A - Ancient Technology: Write Like an Egyptian (and a Babylonian!)
Writing was one of the most important technologies that developed in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Around 5,000 years ago, two different writing systems were invented by people living in these regions: Egyptian hieroglyphs and Babylonian cuneiform. Learn how and why the first writing systems were invented, and write your name in hieroglyphs on ‘papyrus’ and in cuneiform on a clay tablet, just like ancient people did!
Jennie Ebeling, PhD, Near Eastern Studies
Assistant Professor of Archaeology, UE
www.aia.org, www.asor.org, www.saa.org |
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Workshop B - Earthquakes, Global Climate Change and Floods, Oh My!
How much do you know about Earth, your home planet? What does a geologist do besides look at rocks? Come find out, and learn about exciting careers in Earth Sciences! We’ll look at some amazing Earth materials, watch a glacier move, make an earthquake and more!
Carrie Wright, MS Geology & Earth Science Teaching
Geology Instructor, USI
www.awg.org, www.earthscienceworld.org/careers |
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Workshop C – The Sweeter Side of Engineering
What does candy packaging have to do with math, science and engineering? Come to our workshop and find out, as you use the engineering design process to create and then test a bag to hold the most candy with the least amount of materials. We will also discuss your “OPTIONS” and the many diverse jobs an engineering degree will allow you to pursue.
Melissa Bippus, BS Mech. Engineering
Rachel Barnes, BS Mech. Engineering
Project Engineers, Whirlpool Corporation
http://csserver.evansville.edu/~options/, www.engineergirl.org, www.swe.org, www.evansville.edu/academics/programs/engineeringcomputerscience.asp |
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Workshop D - Law Enforcement: Truth vs. Television
The portrayal of Law Enforcement on television and in movies is not always accurate. What is fact and what is fiction? What real tools and techniques do officers use to solve crimes?
Sara K. Hilsmeyer, AS Law Enforcement, BS Criminal Justice, Cert. Traffic Crash Reconstructionist, NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor
Police Officer, Evansville Police Department |
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Workshop E - Modern Medicine: Learn to Save a Life
Have you ever wondered what you would do if a person near you collapses? How could you help them? An Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) is something that you see hanging on the walls in airports and malls. The AED is an instrument used to deliver shocks to a person who has collapsed. In this workshop you will learn how to operate an AED.
Dr. Anne McLaughlin, BS Mechanical Engineering, MD, Pediatrics Residency, Allergy Immunology Fellowship
Staff Physician, Welborn Clinic
www.aamc.org/students/considering/careers.htm, www.nlm.nih.gov/changingthefaceofmedicine/resources/careers.html, www.bls.gov/oco/ocos074.htm |
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Workshop F - Forecasting Bright Futures: Women in Meteorology
Ever wonder how meteorologists know the weather, days in advance? Did you know you can predict the weather just by looking at the clouds? We’ll talk about the world of meteorology and how forecasters stay on top of a job that changes every day. We’ll also discuss different career options for meteorologists, including the television business.
Aly Vanek, BS Meteorology/Geography, NWS Certified Meteorologist
Meteorologist, Fox 7 News
www.wtvw.com, www.crh.noaa.gov/pah/ |
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Workshop G - A Day in the Life of a Small and Exotic Animal Veterinarian
Learn what a veterinarian does on a typical day at the veterinary clinic. Also learn about the many career opportunities for veterinarians and how to prepare for a career in the veterinary profession.
Dr. Sarah K. Henry, BS Biology, DVM
Associate Veterinarian, Epperson Veterinary Services
www.avna.org, www.vet.purdue.edu |
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Workshop H – Enter the Realm of Robotics
Learn to solve problems by programming Lego Mindstorm robots. Teach your robot to follow a line, navigate an obstacle course and even play a tune!
Ginny King, BS Industrial Technology, MS Technology Education
Engineering Technology & Robotics Teacher, Helfrich Park Middle School
www.legoeducation.com, www.marioferrari.org/lego.html, http://faculty.ivytech.edu/~scombs/ |
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Workshop I - The Joy of Nursing
An experienced nurse shares stories about why nursing is a joy to her everyday, regardless of what different nursing roles she has experienced.
Tammy Wilder, RN, MSN, CMSRN, BC, BS/MS Nursing
Associate Professor of Nursing, Ivy Tech |
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Workshop J – Yes, You Can Be A Millionaire!
During this presentation, you will learn that it is possible for you to become a millionaire. The economist Maynard Keyes said the time value of money was magic. You will learn that this “magic” can be used with budgeting and savings to produce financial security. So, do you want to be a millionaire?
Cynthia Greeson, MBA, CPA
Accounting Program Chair/Professor, Ivy Tech
www.aicpa.org, www.feedthepig.org |
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Workshop K – What Happens Behind Closed Doors
Discover the world of a Surgical Technologist. Learn about a Surgical Technologist – what they do in a typical day. Practice sterile technique and learn about gowning and gloving in preparation for surgery.
Julia Hinkle, RN, MHS, CNOR
Instructor, Ivy Tech |
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