Research Seminar, October 3

FNUG informal lunch and get-together. Bring your own lunch.

Presentation by Elizabeth Vickers-Drennan, Youth STEM Programs Coordinator, Yukon University.

"STEAM and trades outreach: a Yukon Story"

We will delve into the reality of STEAM and trades outreach and education work in the Yukon Territory of northwestern Canada, highlighting innovative strategies and community-driven initiatives aimed at bridging the skills gap in this remote region. Through partnerships between local schools, First Nation communities, community-based programs, industry leaders, and government agencies, various programs have been developed to enhance educational opportunities, provide hands-on learning experiences, and foster interest in opportunities that are locally relevant and grounded in the distinct realities around the Territory.  By showcasing these efforts, this presentation provides insights into effective models of STEAM and trades outreach that could be replicated in other remote and rural communities. 

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Presentation by Kimi Iwamura,  founder and CEO of Valley Breeze Consulting.

"A Personal Learning Journey"

Kimi Iwamura will invite all of us to reflect the value of design-based innovation from a practitioner's perspective. He will be interviewed by collaborator Connie Svabo that will bring insights on how Kimi’s learning journey is shaped by continuous interplay of practice and reflection.

Wrap up and final remarks