TWISTER Presenter Application
Thank you for volunteering to present a session at TWISTER!  The mission of TWISTER is to inform high school aged young women about possible science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) career paths, by providing opportunities for participants to connect with positive female role models working in STEM fields and to engage in hands-on, real-life STEM activities.  

Presenter application deadline: Thursday, January 21
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2016 Theme:
Event Information:
     • Date: Saturday, February 13th, 2016

     •  Time: 8am to 3pm
           
     •  Day of Schedule:
               8:00 to 8:30 am       Check-in
               8:30 to 9:00 am       Welcome
               9:10 to 10:10 am       Session 1
              10:20 to 11:20 am      Session 2
              11:20 to 11:50 am      Lunch
              12:00 to 1:00 pm       Session 3
              1:10 to 2:10 pm       Session 4
              2:15 to 3:00 pm       Closing

      •  125 young women in grades 9 to 12 may attend the event
Presenter Information
Participants are scheduled into 4 sessions partly based on their top picks of STEM topics offered. You will most likely be asked to present 1 session.

Expect 15 to 25 participants to attend your session. Power Point or Prezi may be used. Session length is 55 minutes, total divided into:
     • 8-10 minute intro and ice breaker
     • 25-35 minute Hands-on Activity, facilitate an inquiry-based activity relative to your STEM topic
     • 8-10 minute Q & A, debrief, and/or reflection wrap-up

Please provide the following information, so the TWISTER team at the Adventure Science Center (ASC) can best assist you in the presenter registration process.


First Name:
Last Name:
Job title:
Organization/business name:
Mailing Address (best address to mail information to you after the event):
City
Zip code:
Email Address
Office Phone:
Cell Phone:
If working as a team, list name and email for additional presenters:
Example - Presenter 2 Name: Sally Field, email: sallyfield@snailmail.com
Briefly describe the area of expertise that you will share during the session (the first 10 minutes):
What is the title for your session? (try to make it fun and appealing to high school students)
Example- The Science of Sauce: Food Science for Chefs
In which category would your presentation best fit? If applicable, check more than one.
We use this information to ensure the TWISTER schedule of sessions covers a wide array of topics.
HANDS-ON ACTIVITY: Please describe the hands-on activity you may facilitate.
 This is the part of your session that will have the greatest impact on students. Hands-on activities engage participants in either an individual or team activity. It’s recommended that unless directly related to your session theme, computers be used only as complement to the activity. ASC staff is happy to advise, provide examples and help you determine the best activity.
What session slots do you prefer?
Please check your top 2 choices. We will try our best to match your requests.
Would you be willing to present your session twice if needed?    
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Lunch is provided, from 11:15 to 11:55 am. Would you like to have lunch with the participants, volunteers, and other presenters?
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If so, how many total from your presentation team will be eating lunch?
Please include yourself in the total.
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Would anyone on your team like a specific meal type? Vegetarian, gluten free, etc.
 If so, please indicate which type and how many.
Room Setup
How would you like your room set-up?
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Technology Needs
We encourage presenters to bring their own laptops and adapters to minimize problems with presentation software. The Center's overhead projector systems are VGA.
Will you be using a computer for your presentation?            
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Will you bring your own?                  
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Will you need Wi-Fi acess?
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Will you use a projector for a Powerpoint or Prezi?
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Summary of computer or technology needs:  Please include a brief description of any technology you would be using in your presentation, including Wi-Fi, projector use, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to do a computer lab presentation, students will be using ASC laptops which have a number of programs installed. You are welcome to utilize the programs available on the computers for your presentations, but you will not able to install or download new programming onto the computers. If you'd like more information about the programs available on the ASC laptops, please indicate that here. Students will be able to access the internet.
Equipment Needs
We do have a limited budget for presentation supplies, such as for copying any handouts or purchasing extra materials. We also have microscopes, if needed.
Do you need any special equipment for this hands-on activity we will need to provide?
If yes, please list special equipment needed.
Additional Presentation Information
Anything else?
Please let us know if you have any additional needs or questions not covered on this form
SAVE THE DATE: Presenter and Volunteer Events
Thursday, October 22, 2015 - Meet, Greet, Wine and Dine - networking event at Arrington Vineyards. 6:00 to 8:00pm. Join past TWISTER presenters and volunteers for a casual gathering to kick off the TWISTER season. Pick the minds of veteran TWISTER professionals, while enjoying a nice glass of wine on the beautiful lawns of Arrington!

Thursday, January 14, 2016 - TWISTER Presenter and Volunteer Workshop. 6:00 to 8:00pm. The evening will include helpful facilitation and activity tips, tours of rooms, and event logistics. We will also share best practices when working with young women and discuss what hands-on looks like in a session. RSVP's will be sent out closer to the date.

Friday, February 12, 2016 - Prep "Party" at the Adventure Science Center from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. We will be preparing each classroom and the major event space in Jack Wood Hall for TWISTER, on Saturday, February 13th! RSVP's will be sent out closer to the date.

Presenter Information For TWISTER Attendees
We provide participants with presenters' contact information and helpful resources, to encourage students to continue networking and exploring STEM fields after TWISTER. If you would like your information to be available to participants, please provide the presenter information requested below. If not, please skip the next section.
Occupation:
Employer:
Email:
Education Level:
 Home town:
Professional organizations you belong to:
Theme question: What do you love the most about your STEM career?
 This is a chance to share why you love your career in a few sentences with attendees. Help inspire a love of STEM!
Would you like to include a photo?
If you select yes, an ASC TWISTER team member will email you with a request for a photo.
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          Thank you for taking the time to submit your TWISTER Presenter Application!
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