Hundreds expected for March 13 technology showcase

SUNYIT will welcome students from two dozen school districts, their families and the general public to the 13^th annual Mohawk Valley Technology Education and Pre-Engineering Showcase Thursday, March 13, 1-6 p.m., in the Wildcat Field House. The event will include student technology displays, student technology competitions, business and industry displays, and upstate New York college admissions information.

“Student demonstrations, displays and competitions this year will include bridge building, catapults, robotics, ‘junkyard wars,’ CO₂ car races, mousetrap vehicles, digital photography, logo design, ‘KidWind’ and more,” says Elizabeth Rossi, event coordinator. “Representatives from regional colleges and companies will also set up displays that inspire students to consider engineering and technology college and career paths.”

Families and friends are welcome to attend. The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be available. For more information and competition guidelines, visit the event web site: sunyit.edu/techshowcase, or contact Elizabeth Rossi at SUNYIT; phone: 315-792-7383; e-mail: elizabeth.rossi@sunyit.edu.