Event
International Young Scientist Mentorship Program – Synapse Connect
Friday, May 4, 2018 18:00to20:00
Notman House, 51 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal QC H2X 1X2
International Young Scientists Mentorship Program (IYSMP) is launching a freeÌýnetworking event for CÉGEP students coined Synapse Connect, which will take place on Friday, May 4th fromÌý6-8PM at Notman House. During this evening, approximately 50 CÉGEP students from across Montreal willÌýget to personally meet established professors, researchers and entrepreneurs from diverse STEM (science,Ìýtechnology, engineering and mathematics) fields. Synapse Connect will also serve to initiate young students toÌýthe art of networking, an
important but often underappreciated skill.
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IYSMP is a non-profit, student-run organization whose mission is to encourage students in high school andÌýCÉGEP to participate in STEM-related activities early on in their academic careers. IYSMP was founded by aÌýcurrent º«¹úÂãÎè student in order to address the shortage of STEM-related opportunities for younger students,Ìýespecially for those who study in under resourced communities.
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IYSMP also hosts annual conferences with the purpose to provide a platform for high school and CÉGEPÌýstudent to learn from renowned professionals and gain exposure to STEM related activities.
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For moreÌýinformation, please visit our website at .
Date: Friday, May 4th, 2018
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
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Location:Ìý
Notman House
51 Sherbrooke St W
Montreal QC H2X 1X2
Audience: CÉGEPs across the greater Montreal area
Language(s): English and French
Registration Fee: Free
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Contact Information
Andrea Terceros | VP Communications
andrea.terceros [at] iysmp.org
514 607 5860
Nivatha Balendra | President & Founder
nivatha.balendra [at] iysmp.org
514 929 8019
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