SUNY Canton to Award Scholarships, Prizes at Engineers Week Open House Feb. 6
SUNY Canton’s Canino School of Engineering Technology will hold their annual Open House to commemorate National Engineers Week from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in Nevaldine Hall.
Parents and children of all ages are invited to attend the free event, which features more than 10 hands-on activities that are designed to inspire students to pursue STEM careers.
Guests will get a glimpse into the college’s tech-focused programs by testing out virtual reality equipment, exploring game design techniques, experimenting with 3D printing, and more.
All students can participate in a team competition to design and assemble a model bridge using flexible plastic pieces. The goal will be to build a structure that is strong, yet lightweight. High school juniors and seniors on the winning team will each receive a $500 scholarship. Other participants will be eligible to win prizes.
SUNY Canton is renowned for its award-winning student Steel Bridge Team, which competes nationally in the American Institute of Steel Construction Student Steel Bridge Competition.
Dinner will be provided, and guests can register by visiting the Engineer's Week webpage.
Discover SUNY Canton, where innovation meets opportunity. The college’s career-focused educational programs emphasize hands-on and applied learning opportunities in digital design, engineering technology, health, information technology, management, public service, and veterinary technology. Faculty members bring real-world experience and exceptional academic expertise to the classroom. As a leader in online education, SUNY Canton offers unmatched flexibility with hundreds of courses and 25 comprehensive degree programs offered completely online. The SUNY Canton Kangaroos compete at the NCAA Division III level and are members of the SUNYAC. In addition to its 15 traditional teams, SUNY Canton offers coed varsity esports and cheerleading.