ATE is Advanced Technological Education. With an emphasis on two-year colleges, the National Science Foundation's ATE program focuses on the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.

Women in Cybersecurity Conference

Conference

April 2 Grapevine, TX

The WiCyS conference is the premier event to recruit, retain and advance women in cybersecurity— all while creating a community of engagement, encouragement and support at a technical conference for women and allies. WiCyS brings together women and allies in cybersecurity from academia, research, government, and industry.

Conference components include: Keynote Speakers, Technical Presentations, Workshops, Panels, Lightning Talks, Networking Socials, Résumé Reviews, Mock Interviews, Professional Headshots, Career Fair for organizations to hire professionals and students, Capture-the-Flag Competition, Breakfast to honor military and more.


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ITEEA Conference 2025

Conference

April 2 St. Louis, MO

The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) is the professional organization for technology, innovation, design, and engineering educators worldwide. The ITEEA Annual Conference brings together teachers, teacher educators, administrators, state leaders and others to learn about advancements and successful programs in technology and engineering education. The ITEEA Annual Conference is an unparalleled professional learning opportunity for technology, engineering, and STEM educators featuring dozens of special interest sessions, ITEEA's renowned STEM Showcase, and exciting social and networking events! The theme for 2025 is Gateway to the Future: Innovate, Connect, and Thrive. 


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Mentor-Connect Forms Webinar

Webinar

April 2 Online

Join this webinar from Mentor-Connect to learn more about Mentor-Connect Forms.

In this Webinar these items will be discussed:

  • Cover Sheet
  • Project Data Forms
  • References
  • Facilities, Equipment and Other Resources
  • Data management Plan
  • Supplemental Documents
  • Project Summary
  • Project Description

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Connecticut Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology Career Fair 2025

Student Event

April 2 Hamden, CT

Join the 4th Annual CT Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology (MET) Career Fair. Connecticut’s Premier Event Connecting Talent with Opportunity. Free for All Employers and Attendees. Sponsored by Connecticut’s Manufacturing Internship Program, powered by CCAT, with funding from the Department of Economic and Community Development.

‍For Employers: Meet well-prepared entry-level candidates for full-time, internship, and apprenticeship roles. Help keep Connecticut’s trained talent in-state by connecting with students eager to join the manufacturing workforce.

For College Students and Recent Graduates: Connect with Connecticut’s top manufacturing and technology employers. Last year, over 70 companies participated, including Ulbrich Steel, Schultz Group/Timken, Garmin, The Lee Company, Triumph, Trumpf, Pursuit Aerospace, and General Dynamics Electric Boat.‍

For High School Students and Families: Learn about high-paying career opportunities in manufacturing, engineering, and technology. No registration required.

For Job Seekers: Meet multiple employers in one place and grow your network of career contacts.


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MATE ROV Academy - PufferFish ROV teacher workshop

Workshop

April 3 Plymouth,

Want to level up your STEAM skills with training in underwater robotics? Register for a MATE ROV Academy teacher workshop to learn all the basics of ROV (remotely operated vehicle) building for project development in your classroom or after school program.

Dive into the scientific and technical concepts behind underwater robotics and learn how to apply them to building a SeaMATE ROV kit, practice navigation skills in the pool, and develop strategies to prepare a student team for the MATE ROV Competition.


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Enhancing Modern Database Education: MongoDB for Academia Info Session

Webinar

April 4 Online

As businesses increasingly utilize document databases to handle diverse data types, improve scalability, and drive modern applications, the demand for employees with these skills is greater than ever. To address this need, MongoDB created the MongoDB for Academia program to equip the next generation of IT innovators with the necessary technology and content to harness the power of software and data.

In this session, learn how to seamlessly incorporate document database content into your courses using MongoDB Atlas,a multi-cloud database service. Also get introduced to modular curriculum materials, which are available for free through the Academia program. Whether you’re looking to add a single lecture or several weeks of content, these resources are designed for easy integration into your existing courses.

Join NITIC for an overview of the Academia program and learn how to get started as a member.


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Wonder, Opportunity, Mentorship, Empowerment and Networking in Science

Student Event

April 4 Lincoln, NE

The 26th Wonder, Opportunity, Mentorship, Empowerment and Networking in Science Conference will be held on City Campus and the Embassy Suites in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sponsored by Nebraska EPSCoR, the NebraskaSCIENCE Program of Excellence, and the Center for Science, Mathematics and Computer Education, this two-day event brings high school students from across Nebraska and the Midwest region together to explore interests in science careers. this event is for students who want to interact with career and academic professionals in science, meet current undergraduate science students and other high school students who are interested in science, and discover countless professions as diverse as biologists, geologists, engineers, food scientists, computer scientists, and those in the medical fields.
 


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RAPID + TCT 2025

Conference

April 8 Detroit, MI

On April 8-10, 2025, RAPID + TCT will roar into the Motor City. The three-day event features the latest in 3D printing technology from the industry’s leading product and service providers, a full schedule of speakers including the returning Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, and over 125 hours of educational content. The expansive show floor will showcase over 400 exhibiting companies’ latest advancements. Start planning your trip to Detroit to experience North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event.


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2025 CAE in Cybersecurity Community Symposium

Conference

April 8 Charleston, SC

Be a part of the solution at the CAE ​in Cybersecurity Community Symposium in Charleston, South Carolina​! Faculty from NSA-Designated Centers of Academic Excellence Universities and Community Colleges are gathering to address the national cybersecurity workforce shortage.​ Engage in discussions about faculty shortages, skill gap bridging, and career pathways unique to our community. Join in building a robust cybersecurity workforce for both industry and government.


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2025 National Conference on Artificial Intelligence

Conference

April 9 Houston, TX

Join this conference for three days of inspiration, innovation, and collaboration at Houston Community College’s West Loop Campus (5601 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77081). This year’s event runs from 9 AM to 5 PM Central Time, April 9-11, 2025, and will showcase cutting-edge advancements and applications of artificial intelligence, featuring panels, workshops, keynotes, hands-on activities, and networking opportunities.

This three-day event is organized by Houston Community College’s Digital and Information Technology Center of Excellence, in partnership with Miami Dade College, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, and the National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NAAIC). Supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation, the conference celebrates AI’s potential to drive innovation and economic growth.


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FLATE Webinar Series: Insights into the Workforce of the Future

Webinar

April 9 Online

Employees across generations are different in how they see work and engage with their employers and co-workers. This webinar will cover trends and tools to help you understand the differences and create an environment where all generations are heard, equipped and elevated.

Speaker Highlight: Ana Sasmiresan, Vice President - Randstad & Executive Program Leader - Maxwell Leadership


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Navigating a Multi-Generational Workforce

Webinar

April 9 Online

Employees across generations are different in how they see work and engage with their employers and co-workers. This webinar will cover trends and tools to help us understand the differences and create an environment where all generations are heard, equipped and elevated.

Speaker: Ana Sasmiresan, Vice President – Randstad & Executive Program Leader – Maxwell Leadership


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Webinar: Purdue's Cutting-Edge Biomanufacturing Programs: Research, Education, and Partnerships

Webinar

April 9 Online

Purdue University's biomanufacturing research develops and scales processes for producing valuable bioproducts from renewable resources, advancing workforce development, and fostering a network of collaboration and innovation. This webinar will include an overview of Purdue’s biomanufacturing research and how Purdue can support your company and lab with continuing education and joint research programs; a feature on the LORRE lab which transforms renewable bioresources into products, fuels, and biomaterials through innovative bioprocessing and bioseparation techniques and how you can develop new research and education partnerships; and an overview of Purdue’s program on metabolic engineering of plants for chemical production and how you can partner to advance research projects. 

Session details

  • Purdue Biomanufacturing Research | Nate Mosier
  • Laboratory of Renewable Resources Engineering (LORRE) | Mike Ladisch and Karthik Sankar
  • Metabolic Engineering of Plants for Sustainable Chemicals | Professors Natalia Dudareva and John A. Morgan

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ATE Projects and Centers





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Advanced Manufacturing Technologies topics include:

  • Additive manufacturing
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • General manufacturing
Ag/Env

Agricultural and Environmental Technologies topics include:

  • Agriculture and aquaculture
  • Environmental technologies
  • Natural resources
  • Nuclear power
  • Solar energy
  • Wind power
Bio/Chem

Bio and Chemical Technologies topics include:

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical and process technologies
Eng

Engineering Technologies topics include:

  • Electronics and controls
  • General engineering
  • Marine technologies
  • Materials technologies
  • Optics
  • Space technologies
Gen

General Advanced Technological Education topics include:

  • Evaluation
  • Learning research
  • Recruitment
  • Teacher preparation
Info

Information and Security Technologies topics include:

  • Geospatial technologies
  • Information and communications technologies
  • Logistics
  • Security, information assurance, and forensics
Nano

Micro and Nanotechnologies topics include:

  • MEMS
  • Microsystems
  • Semiconductors
 
Screenshot for Synthesis and Stability of Silver Nanoparticles

This lab, presented by the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure, uses silver nanoplates as a tool to explore the relationship between shape and optical properties. Students will be able to compare material properties and behaviors at both the nano- and macroscale through the exercise, as well as experience with scale and unit conversion. A 'Teacher's Preparatory Guide' is included, featuring needed materials, detailed procedural instructions, and additional resources. A 'Student Guide' includes detailed, step-by-step instructions, space for recording data, and analysis questions.


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Screenshot for Lessons in Community Colleges Economic Development from the NSF ATE

This 30-page article, published by Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations, examines "programs and practices employed by ATE [Advanced Technological Education] grantee centers and projects and their potential link to economic development." Featured in the article are four case studies "exemplifying how ATE grantees intentionally engage community college technician education in economic development." Each case study includes an overview of the featured ATE grantee center along with its unique outreach involvement in economic development. The article covers the following centers:

  • Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE)
  • The Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT)
  • Consortium for Alabama Regional Center for Automotive Manufacturing
    (CARCAM)
  • InnovATEBIO Center

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Screenshot for C-TEACH Academy:  Using Volumetric Pipettes Laboratory Experiment

This 9-page professional development activity, provided by Cape Fear Community College, introduces STEM instructors to the proper use of volumetric pipettes (or pipets). The laboratory procedure provides background on the use, parts, and setup of a volumetric pipette, an introductory problem, instructions for the lab, and lab questions. In the first part of the activity, participants will deliver various amounts of water into a container using a volumetric pipette, aiming to deliver the exact amount of liquid specified. In the second part, participants will use volumetric pipettes make solutions containing water and copper sulfate pentahydrate to generate a calibration curve on an ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectrometer. Additionally, a spreadsheet is included, allowing an instructor to input the participant's laboratory data to determine if their tolerance meets industry and glassware standards.


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Screenshot for ATE Student Success Stories: Emily's Story (Series 3)

This video from the Internet Scout Research Group is part of a series that highlights student success stories related to advanced technological education (ATE) programs. In this video, Emily Mackzum discusses her experiences with Northwest Arkansas Community College's Integrated Design program and how it prepared her for working in fabrication. Mackzum discusses her career path and her current position as a lead fabricator for a company that repurposes old bike frames. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.

The video runs 4:45 minutes in length.


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Screenshot for ATE Student Success Stories: Sam's Story (Series 3)

This video from the Internet Scout Research Group is part of a series that highlights student success stories related to advanced technological education (ATE) programs. In this video, Sam Martinich discusses his experiences with Central Wyoming College's geospatial information systems and technologies (GIST) program. Topics covered include Sam's career path and journey to Central Wyoming College, the impact of the program on his life, and his work collecting climate data. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.

The video runs 5:38 minutes in length.


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Active ATE Centers 19
Active ATE Projects 296
ATE Resources 6,799
   
New Projects/Centers 60
New Resources 142

ATE Resources by Subject Area

ATE Events by Subject Area

 
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Upcoming Deadline: Application for the 2025 NSF ATE Mentor Up Workshop


This year’s National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Mentor Up workshop will center around grant-writing and proposal submission. To attend the virtual event, participants must apply by April 1, 2025. Application requirements include (1) a concise, one-page pre-proposal document outlining a specific idea for an ATE-related project and (2) evidence of administrative commitment to supporting grant writing, proposal submission, and carrying out of the project itself.

During the Mentor Up Workshop, attendees will explore the role and scope of the NSF ATE program, dive into a focused idea based on their submitted application, and discover the intricacies of grant funding. Presentations, mentorship groups, and structured sessions on proposal planning and writing will provide various opportunities for participants to learn and network. The 2025 NSF ATE Mentor Up Workshop will be held virtually on June 4-6, 2025.

Visit the ATE Mentor Up site for information on eligibility, stipends and support, application guidelines, and more.


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2025 National Conference on Artificial Intelligence April 9 - 11, 2025

Upcoming Event: AI National Conference 2025


Planned and hosted by Houston Community College, the AI National Conference 2025 will occur April 9 – 11, 2025 on the West Loop Campus in Houston, Texas. This National Applied AI Consortium-sponsored event offers opportunities for individuals to explore, learn, and interact with innovative technologies that leverage artificial intelligence (AI). Highlighting the spectrum of potential uses and never-ending possibilities for AI, the conference brings together students, educators, and those in industry.

Attendees will engage with featured presentations, expert panels, faculty workshops, interactive learning activities, cutting-edge demonstrations, and professional development opportunities. Topics of discussion include fostering partnerships with industry, growing and preparing a skilled workforce, strengthening AI education and curricula, establishing best practices, and diving into current and future ethical considerations.

Learn more and register for the AI National Conference 2025 here.


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Upcoming Event: 2025 AACC Annual Conference

The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Annual Conference will take place April 12-16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, bringing together leaders, educators, and partners in the two-year college community. This conference offers  opportunities to engage with new research, solutions, and  practices shaping the future of community colleges. Attendees will gain insights from keynote speakers, participate in breakout sessions that tackle challenges in higher education, and explore emerging technologies designed to enhance student success. With peer-to-peer learning sessions and networking opportunities, the conference will foster collaboration in community college education.

Designed for a broad audience—including CEOs, executives, faculty, administrators, trustees, and industry partners—the AACC Conference provides tailored content for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conference—register today online


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New Project Results: BlueSky Tennessee Institute

To address the growing shortage of qualified professionals in information technology and cybersecurity, East Tennessee State University (ETSU) partnered with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (BCBST) to create the BlueSky Tennessee Institute. This groundbreaking initiative offers students a 27-month accelerated pathway to earn a bachelor’s degree in computing with a concentration in information systems, while gaining hands-on experience through internships and real-world business projects at BCBST’s headquarters. Designed to attract students, particularly from underserved communities, the program provides scholarships and financial aid, making it accessible at little to no cost. Upon graduation, students receive a guaranteed job offer at BCBST. 

The impact of this innovative partnership has been immediate and significant. Enrollment in the first cohort exceeded expectations, nearly doubling the projected number of students. By aligning industry needs with academic training, ETSU and BCBST have created a scalable model for workforce development, ensuring students are well-prepared for careers in high-demand fields. Beyond addressing labor shortages, the BlueSky Institute...


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