Registration

Lobby, Student Memorial Center 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Welcome and Orientation

Multipurpose Room (MPR), Student Memorial Center 9:00 - 9:15 a.m.

Keynote Address

M. Bernardine Dias, Ph.D. , Associate Research Professor at Carnegie Mellon University

Topic: Innovations that Cross Boundaries: Why People Matter

Multipurpose Room (MPR), SMC

9:15 - 10:00 a.m.

Session 1 Role Model Presentations

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

1.   That Sounds Cool.......................................................................................... SMC
      Linde Clark
      Transducer Engineer, Bose Company

After graduating from Millersville, it was my goal to combine my passion for music with my abilities in science and mathematics into a fulfilling career in acoustics.  I will share with you the academic steps I took that led me to Bose Corporation and some of my professional and personal experiences as a Bose engineer.  You will gain an understanding of the wide spectrum of experiences one can have on the path to an engineering career.

2.  What Do You Want To Be When You "Grow Up"?...........................................SMC
      Dominique Didier, Ph.D.
      Associate Professor of Biology, Millersville University

This presentation will focus on tips for choosing a career path as well as general information on career preparation, e.g. classes to take, picking a school, picking a major, etc.  There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the session.

3.    Making a Difference From the Beginning.....................................................SMC
       Karen Ford, Respiratory Therapist
       Ephrata Community Hospital

This presentation will include schooling, training, past experiences and current health experiences.

4.  "Nuclear" Does Not Have to be a Scary Word..............................................SMC
       Paula Mancini, Nuclear Medicine Technologist
       Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences

I will present an overview of the career of nuclear medicine technology. It will include a general description of the field and the educational requirements (both at a high school and college level) needed to prepare for a job as a nuclear medicine technologist. We will also look at actual case studies to gain a better understanding of the role of a nuclear medicine technologist.

5.    Neuroscience - Endless Possibilities.........................................................SMC
       Sharmin Maswood, Ph.D.
       Adjunct Professor of Biology, Millersville University

I will discuss different branches of neuroscience including my area of interest; behavorial neuroscience. The presentation will include data about neuroscience and the training it takes to get into the field.

Session 2 Role Model Presentations

10:55 - 11:25 a.m.

6.   Untraditional Pathways with a Science Degree.....................................SMC
      Samantha McGraw, Environmental Politician
      The Sustainability Institute at the College of New Jersey

I will discuss how my love of weather made me pursue a degree in meteorology, but also how my interest in government and politics made me see other possibilities for that degree. I will discuss my internship in Colorado, time in graduate school at Colorado State University, and how my thesis led to my current job. It will show how you might have initial interests that grow and evolve into areas you never expected and the importance of references and contacts.

7.   Catepillars, Kangaroos, Cats, and Cuttlefish: Animal Behavior is Great!..........................SMC
      Jean Boal, Ph.D.
      Professor of Biology, Millersville University

How do you combine a career in science with a love of animals? I will talk about how I went from a caterpillar-watcher to a cuttlefish scholar, and what is great about studying animals scientifically.

8.    My Life as a Nurse Practitioner.......................................SMC
       Anne Pryzbylkowski, Nurse Practitioner
       Millersville University

In the coming months, the United States will begin implementing changes to our Health Care Delivery System. Come learn how Nurse Practitioners will be vital in the delivery of care to Americans both in sickness and health.

9.   Hey, This Geophysics Stuff Really Works! (How We Can See Underground or Underwater Without Digging)............SMC
       Felicia Kegel Bechtel, Geologist
       Enviroscan, Inc.

Geophysics is the science of detecting targets underground or underwater (or behind walls) without digging or drilling - it is the earth science equivalent of medical radiology. We use geophysics to look for all sorts of things like utilities, containment plumes, dead bodies, shipwrecks, sinkholes, buried treasure, underground storage tanks or drums, and bedrock depths (to name a few) for engineers, environmental consultants, architects, homeowners, government and industry before they begin to drill or dig into the earth.

10. Experiments, Explanations, and Explosions.............................................SMC
      Theresa Holton & Amy Thompson
       High School Chemistry Teachers, Hempfield High School

We will discuss the joys and pitfalls of being chemistry teachers. We will also discuss educational needs and include demonstrations.

Luncheon Buffet

Lehr Dining Room, Gordinier Hall
11:30 - 12:30 p.m.

Session 3 Role Model Presentations

12:40 - 1:10 p.m.

11. Crayons and Computers: Awesome Pictures of Mathematics..............................SMC
        Annalisa Crannell, Ph.D.
        Professor of Mathematics, Franklin & Marshall College

It is easy to see, just by looking, that certain kinds of art are beautiful. But how can we "see" beautiful math just by looking? It would help if we could first understand the math that lies within various kinds of visual art. Dr. Crannell will lead you on an artistic mathematical tour through Spanish wall decorations (symmetry and tessellations), modern movie backdrops (fractal geometry), and especially Renaissance perspective painting (similar triangles).

12.  To Catch a Fake: Computer Science and Forensics.............................................SMC
        Nazli Hardy, Ph.D.
        Associate Professor of Computer Science, Millersville University

You will learn how computer forensics experts catch criminals (e.g. by tracking emails, and also how they spot doctored images that may be used as evidence in court). During the presentation, you will conduct a hands-on demonstration to try to spot a fake image. I will also interweave into the conversation the balancing act of professor and working mom.

13.  Nursing Opportunities - So Many Choices............................................................SMC
       Andrea Petrokonis, Family Nurse Practitioner
       Lancaster General Hospital

I will discuss nursing career paths, educational requirements, and the many opportunities available to nurse practitioners.

14. You're a Genetic What? Genetic Counselor.............................................SMC
        Rachelle Gehr & Erin Sutcliffe, Genetic Counselors
        Lancaster General Health

Never heard of genetic counseling? Do you like to work with people, enjoy math and science, and are looking for a career to combine all of these? Come to this presentation to learn what we do as genetic counselors and what is required to become a genetic counselor. Hear some sample cases and learn why we love our jobs.

15.  Love Food and Science? Explore a Career in Dietetics!........................................SMC
        Marie Acebo, Dietitian
        The Diabetes & Nutrition Center at Lancaster General Health

The science of nutrition is dynamic, interesting, and personal. It combines the best of chemistry, biology, psychology, and business into a career that is practical and challenging. It is my desire that you catch a vision of what you can do as a professional dietitian.

Session 4 Role Model Presentations

1:20 - 1:50 p.m.

16.  Eat Well, Be Well.......................................SMC
        Jennifer Schaefer, Nutritionist
        Lancaster General Health

Learn what a dietitian really does and how to become one. Most importantly, a dietitian needs to be a role model by eating well herself so that she may teach others how to be healthy too.

17.   Beyond Facebook: Why You Should Help Decide What's Next in Computer Science...........SMC
        Stephanie Schwartz, Ph.D.
        Associate Professor of Computer Science, Millersville University

Computer Science impacts our lives every day, and the career opportunities in computer science are broad and plentiful. However, it is an area in which women are greatly underrepresented. Why let the boys have all the fun? Computer Science is a profession that can be both rewarding and exciting. Come and find out more!

18.   Respiratory Care - An Overview..........................................SMC
        Cheryl Garner, Respiratory Therapist
        Lancaster Regional Medical Center

My presentation will present an overview of respiratory care and the various subspecialties within the career field. I will also include demonstrations of various therapeutic modalities.

19.   Is Physics an Option For Me?........................................SMC
         Natalia Dushkina, Ph.D.
        Associate Professor of Computer Science, Millersville University

A mother of two and a Ph.D. in Physics with numerous articles in professional journals and participations in science conferences will share with you her experience of being a woman in Physics.

Session 5 Tours with Demonstrations

Visit our science center to tour science facilities and view demonstrations. Demonstration topics and locations to be announced.
2:00 - 2:50 p.m.