The 2018 Annual Student Conference is hosted in Pittsburgh by University of Pittsburgh student chapter, along with student volunteers from West Virginia University and Carnegie Mellon University. We expect a big turnout again this year, with registered participants from the across the US and 18 countries. Thanks to the International Student Chapter Leadership Development Travel Grant program, students representing eight of those countries will be joining the conference this year.
Below are a few of the key highlights of this year's conference. To see our full program, go to our Annual Student Conference events page. For help with lodging, check out our hotel information site. Be sure to book early to lock in special rates. And to make the most of your visit to Pittsburgh, check out great sites, restaurants, and other attractions to visit on the Discover Pittsburgh page.
Still undecided? It's not too late to join us! See registration information.
Graduating Senior Networking Mixer
Friday, October 26: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Annual Student Conference Keynote Address
Saturday, October 27: 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom
Student Chapter & Career Workshops
Saturday, October 27: 10:45 AM - 4:30 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
This year's program has been organized into seven subject tracks to help students decide which sessions they would like to attend.
Town Hall with AIChE Leadership
Saturday, October 27: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 301/302
You're invited to share your thoughts about the future of chemical engineering with the AIChE Board of Directors. Make your voice heard.
Leadership Panel
Saturday, October 27: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom
This event gives students the opportunity to learn about the experiences and obstacles of successful chemical engineers in a variety of career paths.
LGBTQ+ & Allies Ice Cream Social
Saturday, October 27: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
LGBTQ + Allies' first ice cream social at this year's Annual Meeting! Mingle and network with friends and colleagues while enjoying a scoop or two.
Student Bash
Saturday, October 27: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Recruitment Fair
Sunday, October 28: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Meet ScaleUp sponsors, representatives from graduate schools, and recruiters with open entry-level positions and internships.
Chem-E-Car Competition®
Sunday, October 28: 12:30PM - 4:00 PM
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Hall C
Over 40 student teams compete from around the world.
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