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    Explore IST Day 2019

    Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 1:00 PM until 4:30 PMUTC -04:00


    College of Information Sciences and Technology
    Westgate Building
    University Park, PA 16802
    United States

    Explore IST Day 2019

    Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019

    Time: 1 p.m.- 4:30 p.m

    Location: College of IST at University Park - Westgate Building 

    Held in the fall, Explore IST Day (Saturday, September 28, 2019) gives high school seniors an introduction to each of our majors in the college. You will spend time with current IST students while learning more about our unique programs and opportunities for undergraduates. Parents and family members can also attend an optional program - just for them!

     Explore IST Day is meant to help you decide if the College of IST is where you want to start your educational journey, so if you are already heading out to campus for an admission event or just want to learn more about our majors, this is a great program for you to attend. 

    Information for Prospective Students:

    Step into the shoes of our undergraduate students and discover each of our five majors through real-world, hands-on scenarios:

    Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations

    Protecting information from cyber attacks

    Applied Data Sciences
    Analyzing big data to help organizations make better decisions

    Information Sciences and Technology

    Discovering ways to bridge technology with users

    Security and Risk Analysis
    Training the next generation of intelligence analysts to protect against individual, local and national security threats

    Human-Centered Design and Development (New major coming soon!)

    Designing the front-end of technology with users in mind

    You’ll also hear from our experienced faculty with backgrounds in business, technology and government agencies to understand how the College of IST opens doors to successful careers in emerging fields. Lastly, chat with current students and discover what life is like at IST!

     

    Information for Parents and Families:

    While your future student is participating in hands-on activities, join us for a presentation about the programs and opportunities in the College. Also on hand will be representatives from the University's Office of Student AidOffice of Undergraduate Admissions and Campus Housing who can answer your questions about the  processes and deadlines related to each of their respective areas.

    Reservations are required for this event and space is limited! Make your reservations soon. We look forward to showing you all that IST has to offer as you explore your college options. See you on campus soon!

    Registration Opens August 13, 2019

    Registration is no longer available because the registration deadline has passed.