Paradigm Shift: Cultivating STEM Leadership to Solve

Paradigm Shift: Cultivating
STEM Leadership to Solve
Grand Challenges
Raleigh Convention Center
Raleigh, NC
NOBCChE
43rd Annual
Conference
November 8 – 11
www.nobcche.org/conference
It is our pleasure to invite you to attend NOBCChE’s 43rd Annual Meeting,
November 8-11th, 2016, at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North
Carolina.
Each year, the Annual Meeting provides an opportunity for STEM
students and professionals to learn about next generation technologies while
developing personal and professional connections. The Annual Meeting is also
a time to celebrate the past and present achievements of NOBCChE members.
We believe that NOBCChE embodies the future of STEM, therefore as move into
a future riddled with scientific, political, and economic challenges, it is our
responsibility to cultivate the next generation of STEM leaders who will solve
those grand challenges. With that, the theme for NOBCChE 2016 is:
"Paradigm Shift: Cultivating STEM Leadership to Solve
Grand Challenges”.
Wednesday,
November 9:
Connecting
STEM Leaders:
Career Fair and
Poster Sessions
Thursday, November 10:
Solving STEM Challenges:
Technical Sessions
Friday, November 11:
Celebrating STEM Success:
NOBCChE Awards Gala
Saturday, November 12:
Inspiring the Next
Generation: STEM Weekend
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Tuesday, November 8
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Student Development Sessions, Professional
Development Workshops
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Winifred Burkes-Houck Luncheon
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
NOBCChE Vision for the Future
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Student Development Sessions
Professional Development Workshops
Elevator Speech Open Mic Student Competition
Wednesday, November 9
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Career Fair
AAAS Science Policy Symposium
Professional Development Workshops
NOBCChE ConneXions Student Poster
Session & Reception
Thursday, November 10
8:30 am – 11:45 am
Technical Sessions
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Percy Julian Luncheon
Technical Sessions, Professional Development
Workshops
NOBCChE Professional Poster Session
1:30 pm – 5:45 pm
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday, November 11
8:00 am – 7:00 pm
STEM Weekend Activities
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Technical Sessions
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Awards Reception
Saturday, November 12
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
STEM Weekend Activities
A visit to Raleigh is more than a trip to a blossoming Southern metropolis—you'll
feel enriched and energized the instant you're warmly welcomed by its smart,
savvy locals. Raleigh's bright minds head top-tier technology, education and life
science institutions; its artists create a bevy of cultural and culinary touchstones;
and its storytellers proudly carry on the collective heritage of a rich, historic capital
city.
Invigorate your senses by sampling the many flavors of cutting-edge Southern
cuisine enhanced by artisan craft brews and spirits. Get your toes tapping to the
sounds of emerging music and bands, as well as rollicking bluegrass festivals and
more. Discover gifts and treasures from local boutiques, including many handmade
and custom designs for truly eclectic finds. And, join in broadening your horizons
through an enticing array of visual and performing arts exhibitions.
Raleigh may be quiet about the fact that it's leading in most recent quality-of-life
rankings, but the fact is, you'll enjoy visiting as much as people enjoy living here.
Come see what the city will inspire in you. Its authenticity is homegrown by
passionate locals, rooted in Raleigh.
For more information on
the conference contact
[email protected]
Photos Courtesy of GRCVB/visitRaleigh.com
The conference will be held at modern and spacious Raleigh Convention
Center. The Conference hotel is the Raleigh Marriott City Center (500
Fayetteville) directly across the street. It is connected to the Convention
Center by a skyway.
The conference rate is $139 (plus applicable taxes)
Complimentary in-room wifi included.
Visit NOBCChE’s personalized
reservation page to book your room quickly, easily and securely.
Click here to book the group rate
Early Bird
(Paid by Aug 1)
Standard
(Paid by Sept 30)
Onsite
(After Sept 30)
Non-Member
$500.00
$600.00
$700.00
Member*
$350.00
$450.00
$500.00
Retiree/Student
$250.00
$250.00
$250.00
One Day
$200.00
$250.00
$350.00
Registration
*To qualify for the member rate you must be a current member of NOBCChE.
To join prior to registering, visit www.nobcche.org.
Please note: If you register at a discounted rate which you are not eligible for
your registration rate will be changed to the Non-Member rate.
 Registration is now open click here to register today!
Questions? Contact
[email protected]
The annual NOBCChE conference is a great partnership opportunity for
government agencies, corporations, nonprofits and universities looking to
connect with tomorrow’s science and technology superstars. Sponsorship
opportunities offer year-round partnerships with NOBCChE as well as
significant exposure during the conference. A booth in the Career Fair on
Wednesday, September 23 provides the opportunity to interact with hundreds of
students.
For the last 43 years, the NOBCChE Annual Conference has been the premier
meeting place to interact with a diverse pool of high quality students and
professionals in chemistry, chemical engineering and other STEM fields. As a
result of these interactions, participating organizations have:
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Recruited and retained talented scientists and engineers;
Provided internship opportunities for students
Enlisted students for graduate programs and undergraduate programs;
Presented technical papers on a variety of scientific topics to a diverse
audience;
 Participated in symposiums featuring a vast array of subjects; and
 Show-cased their company or academic institution.
Building on its past success, NOBCChE is undertaking a robust marketing
campaign featuring traditional tools (billboards, print, web site) and social media
(Facebook, Twitter and more) to turn out hundreds of qualified applicants
seeking career and graduate school opportunities in STEM-related fields.
Come be a part of the NOBCChE conference where we are Connecting STEM
Professionals and building our future.
Sign up as an Exhibitor
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One of the major Student Programs themes this year is Thriving in
Academia. As part of this theme, Student Programs will be having two new
workshops. The first, Making the Most of Your Academic Career, is a group
of breakout sessions to discuss tips for making the most of your
undergraduate, graduate or postdoctoral careers. The second workshop will
have a focus on Mentoring, discussing the mentor-mentee relationships and
how to be an effective mentee and an effective mentor. This workshop will
also discuss the importance of peer mentorship, with the overall goal of
establishing peer accountability/discussion groups to enhance productivity
throughout the year. As with last year, Student Programs will also have
workshops dedicated to reviewing resumes and CVs, as well as a
Scholarship/Fellowship Panel. The Student Programs day will be capped
with the second annual Elevator Sessions, where students will get a chance
to pitch their research to their peers and get feedback on communicating to
individuals outside of their concentration.
Student Development Highlights
Career and
Mentoring
Workshops
• Learn how to thrive in
the academic world
through smart career
choices and effective
mentoring.
NOBCChE
ConneXtions
Poster Session
• Poster session where
students can interact
with STEM
professionals.
Funding Your
Education
• Learn more about
grants and
scholarships for
undergraduate,
graduate and postdoctoral work.
Elevator
Sessions
@NOBCChE
• Put your elevator
speech to the test!
Compete in our Open
Mic like elevator
speech competition
The student develop committee is committed to helping students attend the
NOBCChE National Conference.
The Advancing Science Conference Grant offers registration and lodging
support to undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars
attending the NOBCChE Annual Meeting. As part of the ASCG, recipients
participate in various developmental sessions, as well as volunteer at the
conference. Preference is given to those that present a poster or talk at the
conference. Applications for the Advancing Science Conference Grant are
due on August 15th, 2016, by 11:59 Eastern Time. Please direct questions to
[email protected].
Click Here to apply for the
NOBCChE
Advancing
Science
Conference Grant or visit the
conference
section
of
www.nobcche.org. You will be able
to submit an abstract in the same
system.
Technical Programs is motivated this year to continue to bring our NOBCChE
constituents new and innovative sessions, symposia and research talks. Our
ultimate goal for this year’s National Conference is to create talks that
showcases NOBCChE’s young researchers, challenges scientific intellect and
transform research ideas into innovation for future partnerships and
collaborations.
We will be bringing together students and professionals to participate in
exciting technical sessions and symposia which will included: ConneXions
Poster Session Reception, Eminent Undergraduate Abstract Scholars, Chat
and Chew Symposium, Biotechnology Symposium, and Research Pitch
“Graduate Competition”.
This will be our second year having the research
pitch competition for graduating graduate students.
The participants will describe their research in 2
minutes which will augment their traditional technical
sessions by encouraging them to push their
innovative capacity. Come and partake in the entire
technical program, and watch how our world class
scientists wow you with their compelling research
ideas. We look forward to you participating in our
2016 Technical Programs.
Technical Programs Highlights
Two Minute Drill: Graduate Student Competition were students
will be judged on their approach to marketing their research to
industry.” Doctorate candidates will describe their hypothesis,
methodology and findings in 2 minutes. Participants for this
competition will be selected based on the following criteria:
timely submission of abstract by the deadline, original research
work, merit of the research, quality of written abstract content,
progress in school and those who have a strong interest in
pursuing an industrial career as stated on their submitted
resume.
“Glow Up”-Eminent Undergraduate Poster Oral Presentations
highlight undergraduates for outstanding abstracts and oral
communication on their posters. Each student will be given 5
minutes to present their research to a group of theirs peers and
receive real-time feedback and questions from professionals.
Chat-n-Chew: Enjoy an evening on hot research topics. This
symposium features innovative talks from government,
academia, and industry professionals. Join us as we chat about
research and chew while our minds are stimulated by expert
researchers in their fields.
Click Here submit an abstract for Technical Sessions, the Student or
Professional Poster Session or The 2 minute “Research Pitch” or visit the
conference section of www.nobcche.org.
Abstract deadlines are as follows:
• For an Oral or Poster Presentation – August 15, 2016
Click Here to access detailed guidelines on abstract requirements.
The theme for this year’s conference for Professional Development is the Next
Level of Your Career. As part of this theme, Professional Development will have
six workshops. The first, Dress for Success, is an interactive workshop where
attendees will learn what to wear for various professional occasions ranging from
business luncheons to interviews. The second workshop titled Writing Your IDP
(Careers in Academia) will have a focus on writing and executing your individual
development plan (IDP). The third workshop will discuss how to negotiate your
career at any stage of your career. This workshop will also discuss the
importance of having an individual development plan (IDP) to help with
enhancing productivity throughout the year. As with last year, Professional
Development will also have workshops dedicated to using social media, as well
as a panel on non-academic careers in science. Professional Development
will finish the conference with a workshop focused on self-care and mental
health, where attendees will learn about mindfulness .
Professional Development Highlights
Careers in
Academia:
Writing an IDP
Negotiating
Your Career
Dress for
Success: From
the Classroom
To the Board
Room.
Each year, NOBCChE recognizes and celebrates the diverse achievements of
students and professionals at every stage of their career. The mission of
NOBCChE is to build an eminent cadre of people of color in Science and
Technology. Through our Awards Programs we will be Celebrating STEM
Success and furthering NOBCChE’s mission by:
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Creating a network of role models who can serve as inspiration to others
Helping Senior Leadership in companies identify exceptional talent
Assisting organizations cultivate engaged employees
Raising the profile of organizations as employers of choice among Women,
Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups.
In 2016, NOBCChE will accept applicants/nominations for 7 awards:
Winifred Burks-Houck Undergraduate Leadership Award
Winifred Burks-Houck Graduate Leadership Award
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These awards were created to help inspire future African-American women leaders and
recognize their scientific achievements,
creativity,
leadership and community service.
Percy L. Julian
Award
Henry C. McBay Outstanding Teacher Award
The Lloyd N. Ferguson Young Scientist Award
The NOBCChE Award in Chemical Engineering
For more information on each the
awards in each category, see pages
13 – 14.
All winners will receive their awards
throughout the NOBCChE National
Conference on November 8-11 and
will be invited to attend our Annual
Awards
Reception
on
Friday,
th
November 11 .
Winifred Burks-Houck Leadership Awards
The Winifred Burks-Houck Undergraduate & Graduate Leadership
Awards encourages students to engage in cutting-edge research and
innovative activities that broaden participation in the chemical sciences.
Eligible applicants are full-time students working toward a degree in chemistry,
materials science, polymer science, chemical engineering, materials
engineering or related fields. Competitive applicants demonstrate their
leadership experience, commitment to community, and potential for success in
their chosen field.
To apply, submit the following information to
[email protected] (deadline to be announced):
• Resume
• Official Transcript(s)
• One (1) letter of recommendation
The Winifred Burks-Houck Professional Leadership Award recognizes
professional women who have upheld Dr. Burks-Houck legacy by
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the following information to [email protected] (deadline to be
announced):
• Complete Curriculum Vitae
• Two (2) reference letters
Distinguished Professional Awards
Percy L. Julian Award: Granted for
outstanding research in Pure and Applied
Science and/or Engineering
Henry C. McBay Outstanding Teacher
Award: Granted for demonstrating
outstanding contributions to education and
the mentoring of young scientists
The Lloyd N. Ferguson Young Scientist Award: Granted to a young
scientist who has demonstrated excellence in scientific research and
documented contributions to his/her field
The NOBCChE Award in Chemical Engineering: Granted to a Chemical
Engineering Professional who has demonstrated excellence in the field
All selections are made on the basis of significant and quality research and/or
teaching as judged by peer experts and the NOBCChE Awards Committee.
Winifred
Burks Houck
Awards May 30, 2016.
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nominations
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recognize their scientific achievements, creativity, leadership and community service.
Chair at [email protected] and must include the following
information:
• A nomination letter from the individual or the organization making the
nomination. This letter must be a summary of the nominee's relevant
accomplishments with particular attention to the impact of the nominee's
contributions on his/her chosen field, evidence of originality and
creativity, and probable long-range significance of his/her work.
• Two (2) reference letters from recognized experts in the field from which
the committee may make evaluations. These persons must be familiar
with the nominee's work.
• Complete curriculum vitae
Questions? E-mail
[email protected]
NOBCChE is Inspiring the next generation through our 2015 K-12 Science
Competitions. The program is available at on www.nobccheSTEMwkd.com.
STEM Festival presentations are invited by scientists, science centers,
planetariums, science museums, college student, educators or organization that
offer STEM outreach. Middle school and high school students, parents, and the
general public are invited to explore science and learn about local STEM
resources in the community and across the country.
The NOBCChE Science Bowl was initiated in 1989, and middle school and high
school students compete in teams of four. Challenge competition questions are
based on an overall understanding of physical sciences (physics & chemistry),
life sciences, earth sciences, engineering, mathematics, as well as Black
scientists and inventors. Students compete in Junior (6th – 8th grades) and
Senior (9th - 12th grades) divisions.
Science Fair is a poster competition in which students present an independent
completed research project. Each contestant in the Science Fair must
demonstrate their ability to conduct a research project by: 1) Submitting an
abstract of 150 words or less on an individual research project in one of the
following four categories: physical sciences, math & engineering, consumer
science, or biological sciences; 2) Presenting the results of the research in a
poster format, including answering questions from judges; and submitting a
written report during the poster presentation. Posters are judged by STEM
professionals and subject matter experts.
We’ve also expanded programming for the STEM Weekend to expose K-12
participants to subjects related to College:
 College Student Panel
 College Fair and Recruitment Event
 Scholarship Info Session
Thursday November 10, 2016
1:00-5:00 pm
Registration
Friday November 11, 2016
8:00 – 9:30 am
Kick-Off Breakfast
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Registration
10:00 – 11:00 am
College Scholarship Info Session
1:00 – 2:00 pm
College Student Panel (for Students)
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Orientation (for Coaches)
2:30 – 5:00 pm
STEM Festival
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Science Fair
7:30 – 9:00 pm
Student Mixer and Dance off
Saturday November 12, 2016
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Teacher’s Workshop
12:30 pm
Volunteer Check-in
1:00 – 12:00 pm
College Fair
1:30 pm
Student Check-in
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Science Bowl
4:00 – 4:30 pm
Break
4:30 – 7:30 pm
Science Bowl
Sunday November 13, 2016
9:00 am
Volunteer Check-in
9:30 am
Student Check-in
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Science Bowl
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Bowl Championship Rounds
1:30 – 3:30 pm
Awards Luncheon
Registration is on a first-come, first serve basis at
www.nobccheSTEMwkd.com