What do you get when 60+ schools; 9 school districts; 180 colleges, universities, companies, and organizations; and 200+ volunteers come together in 2019 to support students as they get ready to step out into the world? Almost 4,000 students discover a whole new world of educational and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics!
…and in 2021, we’re doing it again!
5th Annual
Youth College and Career Expo
Engineering & Math:
Building A Structurally Sound Future
Thursday, October 14, 2021 | 8:30 am
So what is YCCExpo? The Youth College and Career Expo (YCCExpo) is a college and career exploration experience for youth in 4th -12th grade. During the YCCExpo, youth will learn about the region’s broad range of careers and pathways to get there, hear from diverse voices sharing experiences and tips, and be introduced to leading employers, colleges, and training programs. and this year, we’re thrilled to add a virtual platform that will allow students from around the state of Georgia to participate in the event!
Virtual
Resources are key to college and career opportunities. At the virtual YCCExpo, access to exhibitors, colleges, seminars, and swag will be in high demand. Want a chance to win a prize for engaging with participants in the virtual YCCExpo, be #1 on the leaderboard. Check it out! Don’t forget to use the backpack feature to download information for you to revisit. You can download exhibitor content, website links and interactive sessions all while gaining leaderboard points. So, download to your virtual backpack and share what you have learned with your friends and family.
The event is LIVE on Thursday, October 14, 2021.
Can’t make it to the live engagement on October 14? We have your back! Check out the resources on-demand 30 days following the event. But before you can access all these great resources, you must first register.
In-Person
Access and exposure…that’s what it’s all about. Don’t miss out on face time with your future school or employer!
There will be opportunities to enhance interpersonal skills, gain new insight from exhibitors, engage with interactive labs, speak 1-on-1 with colleges and universities, including submitting applications. 30-day virtual access also included.
Join us! Meet the YCCExpo Ambassador and sponsors that are here to help you #BeFutureReady.
Register to Attend the YCCExpo!
Mock Interview
Job interviews can be challenging, as we know. Communicating with confidence takes practice. Area HR and career professionals will offer mock interviews at the in-person and virtual YCCExpo. These volunteers work with students and offer positive, constructive feedback that will help students for their next “real” interview albeit a job or college admission. Mock interviews are for 7th -12th grade students only. Acknowledge your interest during the registration process.
Ambassador Award
In alliance with the city of Columbus through our partnership with our Expo Ambassador, City Manager Isaiah Hughley, we will present the Ambassador Award up to five (5) deserving students. This award acknowledges the demonstrated achievements and ability of promising high school students in STEAM-related pursuits and celebrates the hard work, diligent study habits, and innovative ideas displayed by students during the school year.
We ask each school to nominate a student to be considered for the Ambassador Award. From those nominations, the top candidates will be chosen and honored at a breakfast the morning of YCCExpo, and one of those students will be awarded the Let’s Grow STEAMx Ambassador Award. For eligibility information and to submit your school’s nominee, please click the button below.
The nomination window is open from June 1 to August 27, 2021.
In alliance with the city of Columbus through our partnership with our Expo Ambassador, City Manager Isaiah Hugley, we will also be presenting the Ambassador Award to one of our deserving students. This award acknowledges the demonstrated achievements and ability of promising high school students in STEAM-related pursuits and celebrates the hard work, diligent study habits, and innovative ideas displayed by students during the school year.
We ask each school to nominate a student to be considered for the Ambassador Award. From those nominations, the top three candidates will be chosen and honored at a breakfast the morning of YCCExpo, and one of those students will be awarded the Let’s Grow STEAMx Ambassador Award.
For eligibility information and to submit your school’s nominee, please click here. The nomination window is open from June 1 to August 27, 2021.