This September, faculty and staff were delighted to gather at the Department of Technology Scholarship reception, a yearly event recognizing honor students and highlighting those students who have been selected for departmental scholarships. The scholarships awarded this year, which range from $500-$3,000 apiece, add up to over $40,000.00.
Unit: Technology and Engineering Education
Technology alum named Technology Education Association of Illinois ‘New’ Middle School Teacher of the Year
Robert Scornavacco ’08 ’14, M.S. ’20, who has earned bachelor’s degrees in industrial computer and tech education and a master’s degree in STEM education from Illinois State University, was recently named the Technology Education Association of Illinois “New” Middle School Teacher of the Year.
Department of Technology hosts Scholarship and Honors Reception
On September 10, 2022, Illinois State University’s Department of Technology hosted its annual Scholarship and Honors Reception.
Technology faculty, students, and alum bring home ITEEA awards
On March 9-12, 2022, Department of Technology faculty members Troy Blunier, Josh Brown, and Josh Katz attended, along with Technology and Engineering Education students Amanda Pediak, Will Maire, Riley Fortune, Gary Derwin, Will Salek, Henry Gleamza, Nick Schaefer, Tyler Polak, and Yoni Leibovitz, The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association Annual Conference: “Standards for Technological and Engineering Literacy: The Role of Technology and Engineering in STEM Education–Keys to Success!”
Technology students assist in Vex Robotics High School State Championship competition
Dr. Chris Merrill, professor of technology and engineering education, and Troy Blunier, instructional assistant professor, were administrators for the VEX IQ (Elementary Competition) and VEX VRC Tipping Point events which were held at Rich Township High School STEM Campus in Olympia Fields, Illinois on February 26, 2022.
CAST Science and Technology week presents 2022 Women in Leadership conference
The College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) invites you to join us for the 2022 Women in Leadership conference, featuring a series of speakers and activities that focus on professional development. Join us for conversations on networking, goal setting, and decision-making.
CAST Academy of Achievement to induct newest members, April 7
Illinois State University’s College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) will host its Academy of Achievement induction ceremony on Thursday, April 7, in the Old Main Room, Bone Student Center.
CAST presents 2022 Science and Technology Week
The College of Applied Science and Technology is proud to present the 2022 Science and Technology Week, celebrating advancements in science and technology and the hardworking, dedicated students and professionals who make those advancements possible.
CAST announces Three Minute Thesis competition finalists
On December 3, the College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) held its Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a research communication competition that challenges master’s and doctoral students to describe their research topic and its significance in just 3 minutes to a general audience.
Thanking our Technology veterans
Veterans Day is November 11. It is the day reserved in the United States to honor those who have served our country in our Armed Forces.