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2024 7th Annual Industry Event 

November 7, 2024

Location: UW MolES/NanoES Building, in-person

Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Check-in and doors open at 4:30pm

Registration: https://forms.gle/pNhWdP3nWuAAaSwp6

Registration cost: FREE

Please keep the registration form to sign-up for the event. There will be a registration table at the event and open for day-of registration until 5:15pm. Those who pre-register will check-in at the event to pick up attendee bags and programs.

Donations: If you are able, a $5 donation at the time of registration is greatly appreciated to support this event and future WChE events. Donations can be made to the WChE Venmo account: @Laura-Hagar with a comment "WChE Industry Event". Laura is the WChE Treasurer.

Target Audience: All current UW chemical engineering undergraduate and graduate (MS and PhD) students, and prospective students to chemical engineering at UW 

Accessibility and Accommodations for the event can be reviewed here, including information about our food options.

Covid policy: We are following UW guidelines. Masks are recommended but optional. Please respect the choice of other event attendees

Sponsorship: Interested in sponsoring the event? Please email Event Coordinate Elizabeth Nance (eanance@uw.edu) to see our sponsorship package.

Thank you to our sponsors - this event is not possible without you!!

Event Schedule

START TIME                      ACTIVITY                                                                LOCATION 

4:30 pm                             Registration & Check-in                                        NanoES Commons

5:00 pm                             Welcome & Keynote speaker                               NanoES 181

5:45 pm                             Break & Snacks

6:00 pm                             Panel Session I

                                           Panel 1                                                                    MolES 215

                                           Panel 2                                                                    NanoES 291

                                           Panel 3                                                                    MolES 315

                                           Panel 4                                                                    NanoES 391

6:45 pm                             Light Dinner Service                                              NanoES Commons

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7:30 pm                             Panel Session 2

                                           Panel 1                                                                    MolES 215

                                           Panel 2                                                                    NanoES 291

                                           Panel 3                                                                    MolES 315

                                           Panel 4                                                                    NanoES 391

8:15 pm                              Community & Networking Hour                          NanoES Commons

Panel Topics and Panelists

Panel 1: Navigating and leveraging varied experiences or changes in your career path

Many individuals will have a variety of experiences during their career that are not always related to their job description. Many may change career paths in a way that outwardly seems disconnected from prior experiences and work. At some point in our career, we all face decisions about stepping into or away from a job or role that may seem to be outside the scope of what our prior experience or training is. Come learn from our panelists how to be aware of, be prepared for, and navigate these natural career transitions, including transitioning from your degree training to your first job!

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Kimberlee Sing, B.S.

Scientist

Shape Therapeutics

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Ben Rutz, Ph.D.

CEO/Founder

Carbenics

Nathan Segers, B.S.

Associate Consultant

Trinity Consultants

Panel 2: Societal applications of the modern chemical engineering degree

The field of chemical engineering and the role of chemical engineers continues to evolve. The separation between chemical engineering fields and other disciplines continues to blur as well, and there are more opportunities now than ever before for chemical engineers to go and do anything in industry. This panel features alumni in a wide array of roles career paths, from policy and data science to consulting - all areas where the chemical engineering training is highly valuable. Hear from our panelists who are at the forefront of the evolution of the chemical engineering industry!

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Janet Matsen, Ph.D.

Software Engineer

Benchling

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Brittany Bishop, Ph.D.

Program Officer

National Academy of Science, Engineering, Medicine

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Katie McClintock, B.S.

Principal

Katie McClintock Environmental Consulting LLC 

Panel 3: From student to employee - getting the first industry job

​Navigating the search for a first job as you are completing or have completed your bachelor's degree can be challenging. Hear from a panel of recent alumni about their experiences and approach to landing their first job. *This panel is geared towards bachelor's level students and may not be as relevant to MS and PhD students

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Hannah Nguyen, B.S.

Associate Scientist

Pfizer

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Michael Meissner, B.S.

Process Engineer

HF Sinclair

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Lindsey Miller, B.S.

Process Engineer

Intel

Panel 4: The continuous process of refining & resetting to find what works for you

How do you find the 'right' job? Is there a perfect job? What if you get a job offer but it isn't exactly what you are looking for - what do you do? These are questions many mentors and advisors get frequently and they can be challenging to answer! Our panelist have lived experiences of finding a job that works for their lifestyle and interest, optimizing the time investment and choices made along the way to make that job happen, and resetting expectations and adjusting a plan when the desired outcome isn't achieved. There's lots to learn from this wonderful line-up of alumni speakers!

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Benedicte Diakubama, M.S.

Water Treatment Engineer

Jacobs Engineering

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Monica Esopi, Ph.D.

Process Integration Engineer

Onsemi

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Jennifer Stockton, M.B.A.

CEO/Founder

Operations Strategy Consulting LLC

Panel 1
Panel 2
Panel 3
Panel 4

Accessibility & Accommodations

We strive to host an inclusive, accessible event that enables all individuals to engage fully. 

Venue access and accommodations: There will be clear signage throughout the event identifying the location of the panels, and volunteers to assist in providing directions. The event spaces are well-lit and project screens are visible from all seating locations. A microphone will be used by all speakers. Electrical outlets are available in all rooms near seating to accommodate any assistive devices.

 

The Northwest entrance to the NanoES building provides an accessible entrances for those using assisted mobility devices, and is directly connected to accessible parking by the venue. The venue is near the West Stevens Way NE & George Washington Lane bus stop. Ramps and elevators are located within the NanoES/MolES building, along with accessible bathrooms on each floor. 

Food accommodations: During the catered meal service, appetizers will be available in a buffet setup. There are vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut free, and shellfish free options. Tents for each food item will list any allergens.  For individuals very sensitive to gluten, while there are gluten free items available during our meal service, the facility where food is prepared is not a 100% gluten free facility and food items are prepared in a room containing flour.

If you have any questions or concerns about accommodations at the event, please email Prof. Nance at eanance@uw.edu

Accessibility
Thank you to our sponsors!
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