Science and Technology Week
April 13-17, 2026
Science and Technology Week celebrates advancements in the field of science and technology, as well as the hardworking, dedicated students and professionals who make those advancements possible.
Schedule of Events
CONNECT
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Old Main Room, Bone Student Center
- Schedule TBD
This event provides students an invaluable opportunity to network with recent alumni and gain practical insights into the transition from university to the professional world.
Please register HERE
CAST Rising Redbirds
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Aaron Leetch Club, Hancock Stadium
Schedule
- 8:30 am: Coffee Hour (free and open to the public)
- 9:30 am: Induction Ceremony (free and open to the public)
- 10:30 am: Brunch (invitation only)
Celebrate CAST alumni during their induction as CAST Rising Redbirds. This ceremony brings together alumni who are “thought leaders” in their fields and who serve as an inspiration to others with similar career paths
CAST Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Thursday April 16, 2026
Aaron Leetch Club, Hancock Stadium
11:30am-1:00pm
CAST faculty and staff members are invited for lunch in gratitude for their efforts this 2025-2026 academic year. Please join us to celebrate the academic year with good colleagues and conversation. This event is in lieu of the traditional spring meeting. Preregistration is required.
Contact Kara Snyder at kepool@ilstu.edu with any questions or requests for accommodations.
Past Speakers
Temple Grandin
Animal Scientist
Charlie Trotter
Chef
Bill Nye
Science Guy
Tim Gunn
Television host and Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborne Inc.
Brian Greene
Television host and Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborne Inc.
Emily Calandrelli
Host and co-executive producer of the hit Netflix series Emily’s Wonder Lab