Student Session Monitors

Students will have the opportunity to partially defray their conference expenses by serving as session monitors. Monitors are responsible for assisting the session chair, recording session attendance, and assisting with audio/visual equipment. All monitors must report to Authors’ Coffee each morning they are scheduled to monitor sessions. Monitor positions are limited and will be assigned on a first-come basis. To obtain work forms and a schedule, contact Marla Boots, (724) 776-9000 ext. 227, mboots@tms.org. The deadline to submit completed work forms is Wednesday, October 1.

Student Attendee Orientation

Date: Sunday, November 9, 2003
Time: 2:00PM-3:00PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

Interested in being in the right place at the right time? The Student Attendee Orientation is a great opportunity for students to get their questions answered about TMS, ISS, and different activities taking place at MS&T '03. This event is a great way to begin the week and meet other students with similar interests.

Career Tips Session

Date: Sunday, November 9, 2003
Time: 3:30PM-5:00PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

Would you like to know what human resource representatives are looking for when reviewing resumes and during the interview? This session is designed to give you the tips you need to get your resume noticed, get your foot in the door, and land that perfect job.

Career Forum

Date: Sunday, November 9, 2003
Time: 5:00PM-6:30PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago

Pursuing an appropriate career path is an important task of any metals and materials student. The Career Forum will address the many pertinent issues that face students today. Key industry figures will provide personal insight on preparation strategies, and tips on how to develop and foster a rewarding career. The speakers will also address questions from participating students during this interactive session.

Networking Mixer

Date: Sunday, November 9, 2003
Time: 8:00PM-10:30PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago
Sponsored by: TMS Student Affairs Committee

Attend an event that just might open the door to endless career possibilities. This networking mixer is intended to provide a relaxed, casual, and fun atmosphere for students, faculty, government, and industry officials to make connections and to share their experiences of professional growth. Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to make the connections you need to succeed.

Beer*, soft drinks, snacks, and music will be provided. Students are encouraged to show their school pride by wearing their school’s colors.

*Note: In accordance with the Illinois state law, alcoholic beverages will be served only to attendees who are 21 years of age or older; proper photo ID with birth date must be presented upon entry.

Donate a Door Prize!

Student Chapters are asked to use their creativity and donate a door prize item. TMS and ISS will also be donating items. The more prizes donated, the better your chance to win!

TMS Student Chapters

Don’t forget to select a representative and submit the TMS Travel Reimbursement Program form and travel receipts, granting each chapter up to $500 per calendar year to send students to TMS conferences!

Student Chapter School Displays

Check out the school displays in the exhibit hall during the MS&T '03 Exhibit. Student Chapters will display their chapter’s activities, research projects, & school information. Students who are interested in participating, contact Diane Scheuring at dscheuring@tms.org.

Are You A Student Member?

Student members of ISS and TMS may attend the technical sessions, exhibits, and lectures held Monday through Thursday. Registration for students who are not members, and register before October 14, 2003, is $30. This will be applied toward ISS and ASM/TMS Joint Student Memberships in 2004.

Contact Information

For information regarding student activities and membership, please contact:

Diane Scheuring
Member & Marketing Services Coordinator
TMS
184 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086
Telephone: (724) 776-9000, ext. 220
Fax: (724) 776-3770
E-mail: dscheuring@tms.org