Opening Remarks
Christina Kuiken, PNW LSAMP Director

Keynote Speaker
Dr. Krystal Tsosie
Indigenous population genetics and bioethics

Experience Oregon State

Choose from the following tours: 

• Who's my dad?? Using Genetic Tools to Study Behavior in Marine Animals - Dr. Felipe Barreto
• Untold Stories: Histories of Students of Color at OSU - Dr. Janet Nishihara
• Beaver Racing and Global Formula Racing Demo and Tour (Society of Automotive Engineers) - Caleb Sprengeler
• CoRIS Robotics Lab Tour - Luke Sanchez
• Foraging Adventure at Oregon State University: Discover the Edible Plants of Campus - Dr. Siew Sun Wong
• Oregon Forest Science Complex Tour - Joanna Tan
• Explore the Oregon State Ichthyology Collection (OSIC) - Alvaro Cortes
• Explore OSU: General Campus Tour - self guided

OSU, Labs

Session 1: Soria E. Colomer, PhD - Navigating Languages and Identities Through a Translanguaging Lens: This session will blend lecture and workshop presentation styles to engage audience members in a reflective journey of their own use of language. The speaker will unpack linguistic concepts, as she guides audience members to consider the many features of their linguistic repertoires. The implications of applying a translanguaging lens will be discussed. 

Session 2: Adam L. Lambert, PhD - Scientific Communication: Effective technical communication is as important to career development as a solid understanding of science and engineering concepts.  Whether you are delivering a detail oriented talk to other technical colleagues or discussing big picture concepts with business side managers, there are some universal principles which will increase the impact of your presentation.  In this brief talk I will discuss best practices for slide presentations (aka PowerPoint).

MU 49: Horizon Room

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

Session 1: Glenn Jones - Embers of Tradition: Exploring cultural fire in Indigenous Knowledge and land stewardship: This session will explore the relationship with fire and land that Indigenous people have developed over millennia. We will take a look at the wildfire paradox and land management decisions that have contributed to unprecedented wildfire incidents in recent years.Through this exploration I aim to inspire an appreciation of the cultural, ecological, and spiritual significance of fire in indigenous communities and its potential to foster more resilient landscapes today.

Session 2: Purim Junkham - Doing Science for Whom?: This workshop invites participants to explore how the STEM pipeline can act as a structure that funnels bright young minds away from their communities. Together, participants will identify elements of "hegemonic scientific culture" and examine how these elements create barriers in their academic journeys. They will then explore strategies to counter these practices and center diverse communities within scientific disciplines and research. The goal of this workshop is to generate empowering ways to "do" science and "be" a scientist as a member of a marginalized community. 

MU 49: Horizon Room

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

Keynote Speaker with Breakfast
Dr. Dawn J. Wright, Chief Scientist of Esri
We are here for the planet: We are here for each other

Session 1: Gabs James and Kameron Kadooka - Getting Ready for Hands-On Learning: How to Succeed in Experiential Learning Opportunities: Experiential learning from internships, research and service learning can be a game changer for your academic and career journey. But how do you find the right opportunity, prepare for it, and make the most of the experience? This session is designed for early-career students who want to set themselves up for success. We’ll cover how to identify the best experiential learning opportunities, develop key skills to stand out, and make a strong impression once you’re in the role. You’ll leave with practical strategies to build confidence, gain real-world experience, and take meaningful steps toward your future career.

Session 2: Graduate Panel: Sarah Howard, ita Valdés-Chavarría, Karina Puente - Demystifying Graduate School: In this discussion we will cover decolonizing grad school and developing self-advocacy as a graduate student. Content will include: creating communities of care, the journey as the destination, and grounding yourself in your why.

MU 49: Horizon Room

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

Session 1: Gabs James and Kameron Kadooka -Turning Your Hands-On Experience into Jobs, Grad School, and Career Opportunities: You’ve put in the work—internships, research, service learning, co-ops—but how do you make those experiences count after graduation? This session is all about helping late-career students turn their experiential learning into real opportunities. Whether you're applying for jobs, grad school, or professional programs, we’ll walk through how to showcase your skills, tell your story on resumes and applications, and make connections that open doors. You’ll leave with clear, actionable steps to help you stand out and take the next big step in your career with confidence.

Session 2: Dr. Heesung Woo - Robotic Application in Forestry: This session will explore cutting-edge advancements in autonomous forest machinery, low-cost LiDAR systems, and AI-driven forestry applications. Dr. Heesung Woo will present ongoing research on developing multi-functional forestry vehicles, UAV-based LiDAR mapping, and autonomous tree planting drones. The discussion will highlight innovative sensor fusion techniques, real-time data processing, and machine vision algorithms to enhance forest operations. Attendees will gain insights into how robotics and digitalization are shaping the future of sustainable forestry and the challenges of deploying these technologies in complex natural environments.                                       

Session 3: OSTEM Club: Diego Menendez, Katherine Mason, Amaru Johnson - Exploring Gender Identities in STEM: We will discuss what self-authorship can look like, how we show up and support our communities, and how we remain resilient advocating for ourselves in STEM spaces. Our main goals are to provide students with some helpful tools to navigate discussions surrounding gender at systemic institutions and discuss ways we can promote and support gender diversity.

MU 49: Horizon Room

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

MU 104

MU Ballroom

Session 1: Akibi Archer - Smart Students Graduate Rich: Join us for a transformative workshop designed to empower college students with the essential tools for financial success. In this dynamic session, we'll explore key topics crucial for building a foundation towards financial freedom. From understanding the fundamentals of passive income generation and securities investing to unlocking the potential of real estate investments, we'll delve into practical strategies you can implement during your college years. Discover the concept of mini-retirements for personal growth, and master the art of investing for retirement early on. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey towards financial independence and long-term wealth.

Session 2: Kathryn McIntosh - Mindfulness for Living and Studying in a Sociopolitical World: This session discusses mindfulness in Education from critical and healing perspectives for undergraduates. Mindfulness incorporates social, emotional, spiritual and mind/body tools to settle attention and calm reactions in order to stay present and engaged. Mindfulness develops awareness of what is occurring to a person, within them and around them through a process of self-discovery. This session investigates the use of mindfulness in learning, discussing, and living within sociopolitical contexts. Social justice and practicing mindfulness are interconnected, as they bring together socio-emotional and inner-personal work and conversation around social justice. 

MU 49: Horizon Room

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

Engineering Panel: Tyrone Henry (Deacon), Akibi Archer (Eaton), Aaron Mendez (HDR) - Tips and Tricks from industry professionals

MU 13: Multipurpose Room

MU Ballroom

Closing Remarks/Lunch 

Mapping the Deep: A Book Talk with Dawn Wright

Explore the depths of the ocean with Dawn Wright, aka Deepsea Dawn, chief scientist of Esri and CEOAS courtesy professor. 

Join us for a captivating event as Dawn takes you on an extraordinary adventure, reading from her new book and engaging in a lively conversation with the audience. At the reception afterwards, books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. This event is free but please register in advance.

PRAx, Detrick Hall

470 SW 15th St., Corvallis