College and career fair, and STEM series.
University Center of Lake County, Grayslake
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Fair: The Adult Education College and Career Program Fair, sponsored by the College of Lake County Adult Basic Education, GED and ESL division, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at 1200 University Drive, Grayslake. Registration begins 30 minutes prior to each session, and refreshments will be available. Attendees can meet career program faculty, learn about career certificates by attending short information sessions and speak with CLC staff from financial aid, advising, enrollment services, the Career and Job Placement Center and Job Center of Lake County. The following CLC career programs and departments will participate: Administrative Office Systems, Early Childhood Education, Automotive Technology, Automotive Collision Repair, Hospitality and Culinary Management, Computerized Numerical Controls, Early Childhood Education, Health and Wellness Promotion, Horticulture, HVAC Engineering Technology, Massage Therapy, Certified Nurse Assisting, Welding and the Workforce and Professional Development Institute’s vocational programs. Details, 847-543-2021.
College of Lake County, Grayslake
STEM speakers: CLC’s STEM Speaker Series, where content experts will provide a fresh perspective on important STEM-related subjects, includes: Materials Science — The Chemistry of Everyday Stuff at 6:30 p.m. Thursday ; and Mini Materials Camp — Educators Saturday Workshop for middle school, high school and STEM outreach coordinators from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 7. Both at 19351 W. Washington St. The series provides an opportunity for teachers and students to learn more about potential careers in STEM fields. Enjoy demonstrations highlighting the properties and reactions of metals, polymers and ceramics in Materials Science. These solid materials comprise the “stuff” the world uses in every facet of life, from industrial to personal. The free Mini Materials Camp workshop is designed to show educators new ways to make teaching math and core science principles more exciting and accessible to students by using hands-on activities and lessons. Educators will learn how the connections between materials, science and engineering highlight real-world applications. This workshop is based on the ASM Materials Camp week-long programs. Learn practical applications for chemistry and discover careers that deal with materials science and engineering. Online preregistration is recommended. Details, 847) 543-2044, email [email protected], or visit www.clcillinois.edu/STEM.
Movie: “Playtime” (France, 1967) will be shown at 7 p.m. Nov. 6. Free. Details, 847-543-2623.
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