Marquette University to Host 2nd Annual sySTEM Now! Conference City, communty and area academic leaders to address engaging youth and minorities in science and technology Event Information: Date: Tuesday, Sept. 27 Time: 8:30a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Place: Alumni Memorial Union Ballroom           1442 W. Wisconsin Ave. On Tuesday, Sept. 27, Marquette University will host the 2nd annual sySTEM Now! (Strengthening our Youth in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Conference devoted to shaping the future of science and technology for youth. The forum will address the economic and work force development, and education and social issues that underscore the critical need to bolster the STEM foundation for youth. Participants in the conference include: Lieutenant Governor Barbara Lawton, 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. (remarks during lunch) Mayor Tom Barrett, 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. (remarks during lunch) County Executive Scott Walker, 8:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent William Andrekopoulos, 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Chief Operating Office of Briggs & Stratton Todd Teske, 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; and Marquette faculty and staff including Associate Provost for Diversity Dr. Keenan Grenell, 8:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Eric Von from 1290 WMCS will emcee the event. Panelists will explore ways to motivate the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technology leaders by discussing the role of education and public and private employer perspectives. sySTEM Now! is a consortium of elected officials, educations and public and private sector employers dedicated to improving the quality, quantity and diversity of youth preparing for and entering the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in Milwaukee. The conference is free and open to the public. However, reservations are required for all who wish to attend. The event will be held in the Alumni Memorial Union Ballroom Ave. at 1442 W. Wisconsin Ave. Interested media should contact Anne Broeker in the Office of Marketing and Communication at (414) 288-0286. Office of Marketing and Communication Contacts Anne Broeker Senior Media Relations Specialist Phone: (414) 288-0286 Send e-mail