GEM GRAD Lab - Find Out How to Get Your STEM Graduate Degree Tuition-Free

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Rochester Institute of Technology is proud to host the GEM GRAD Lab, which is sponsored by 3M.

Join the premier organization primarily supporting qualified* students from underrepresented communities pursuing graduate degrees in applied science and engineering funded by leading corporations, top universities, and top research institutions. The program is designed for STEM undergraduates and master's students considering pursuing a PhD.*

EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday Night Mixer
Friday, September 20, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm EST
RIT, Building 87 (USC) Room 1600
GEM GRAD LAB
Saturday, September 21, 2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm EST
RIT, SHED - Student Hall for Exploration

 

 


Attend the GEM GRAD Lab to:

  • Find out how to get paid to attend grad school
  • Discover funding opportunities
  • Learn how to apply to grad school
  • Find out what to expect in grad school

Keynote Speaker
Kerrie Holley
Former Google Executive | Healthcare, AI, Generative AI | Former Optum Fellow | IBM Fellow Emeritus | Board Member

Bio: Kerrie is a visionary leader in the field of healthcare technology, with a proven track record of driving innovation and transformation at industry giants such as Google, Optum, Cisco and IBM. Kerrie retired from the industry and Google was his last executive role. Prior to his tenure at Google, Kerrie made significant contributions to Optum's technological advancement as the company's first Technology Fellow and Senior Vice President.


Event Co-Hosts
Cornell University, Syracuse University, University of Buffalo, University of Rochester

RIT Sponsors
Division of Diversity and Inclusion, Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences, College of Science, College of Engineering Technology, College of Liberal Arts DEIA Faculty Fellow, Kate Gleason College of Engineering, Office of Graduate and Part-time Enrollment, RIT Graduate School, School of Individualized Studies, College of Engineering Technology

*Students must qualify as per GEM requirements. 


Contact
Christine Heusner
Event Snapshot
When and Where
September 20, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Room/Location: Building 87-(USC) Room 1600
September 21, 2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Room/Location: SHED - Student Hall for Exploration
Who

Open to the Public

Interpreter Requested?

No

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