Upcoming Events
C2ST achieves its mission by hosting relevant, independent, and credible public STEM programs across all scientific fields at locations throughout Chicagoland. With nine out of ten program attendees’ expectations fulfilled, our supporters agree that C2ST is accomplishing its mission of increasing the public’s understanding of science and technology.
We are dedicated to providing a professional and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, or religion. Please be respectful of diversity in individuals and in cultures at our events.
Miss an event? Anyone across the globe can access our STEM program library by visiting our YouTube channel, C2ST TV. Also be sure to follow us on Facebook, where we livestream many of our programs.
Check out below what programs we have planned and discover what we’ve hosted in the past.
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We only have access to/collect information when you sign up for our programs or that you voluntarily give us via email or other direct contacts from you. We will not sell or rent this information to anyone. We will not share your information with any third party outside of our organization.
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Save the date for Thursday, May 1st! The Chicago Council on Science and Technology will hold our largest fundraising event of the year: the Science in the City Gala. Join us as we celebrate excellent public STEM outreach with academic and industry leaders, educators, community members, and young professionals from across Chicagoland.
February 27, 2025
6:00 pm
– 7:15 pm
Olive Harvey College
Olive-Harvey College, South Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Science and SocietyTechnology and Engineering
Society today is connected like never before. We can buy things from around the world at the store and we can click a button to have the things we need delivered to our door. The world of logistics is all about exploring how this happens. Join us on February 27th at 6:00 pm in-person or streaming online for engaging conversation with experts exploring the future of how we get the things we need from point a to point b. How is new technology changing the field? When will we see drones delivering packages? How are we improving sustainability and efficiency? What are the challenges facing the world of supply chain today? Find out the answers to these questions and ask your questions as well.
February 22, 2025
10:00 am
– 2:00 pm
Willis Tower
Willis Tower, 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Technology and Engineering
This February 22, C2ST is thrilled to participate in the Chicago Architecture Center’s Engineering Fest! This fun event gives kids ages 8-12 an opportunity to explore the STEM fields of architecture, engineering, and design through hands-on activities with professionals in the field. Our table will feature a circuit-building activity with an urban planning twist.
While this event is free, registration is required. Don’t miss out—visit architecture.org/efest for all the details and to sign up.
February 15, 2025
11:00 am
– 2:00 pm
Bethel New Life, Amburg Hall
Bethel New Life, North Lamon Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
Program Series:
Health and WellnessScience and Society
Communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking are important skills to develop for 21st-century careers. At Hernandez Middle School (HMS), all students work on developing these skills throughout their classes. At the STEM event, participants will engage in activities related to one of the 5C’s that shows connections between STEM, the Arts, and their daily lives. Possible sessions include: a microscope station and an exhibition of Student Science Projects.
*This event is closed to the general public and is only open to HMS families. If you would like to volunteer or learn more about how to support future STEM nights, click the button above.
Communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking are important skills to develop for 21st-century careers. At Hernandez Middle School (HMS), all students work on developing these skills throughout their classes. At the STEM event, participants will engage in activities related to one of the 5C’s that shows connections between STEM, the Arts, and their daily lives. Possible sessions include: a fall themed engineering design challenge and an exhibition of Student Science Projects.
*This event is closed to the general public and is only open to HMS families. If you would like to volunteer or learn more about how to support future STEM nights, click the button above.
