Events

Semi-Annual Meetings

Students networking during the spring 2022 symposium.
Photo by Sarah Woodhams

The Industrial Associates (IA) Program’s semi-annual meetings offer IA members, faculty, and students alike prime opportunities to connect. Over the course of two or three days each fall and spring, great minds of the optics industry convene to:

  • Present talks on industry expertise and initiatives
  • Discuss the latest optical technologies
  • Network with prospective employers/employees
  • Learn more about industry leaders
  • Learn about faculty and student research
  • Review student posters and current projects
  • Interview students from optics and other related engineering departments
  • Attend our Company Connection Showcase
  • Re-connect with Institute of Optics alumni
  • Take personal lab tours (upon request)

Curious about what happens at an IA meeting? Then check out our past IA meeting pages.

This event is only open to IA members, and the Institute of Optics students and faculty. Interested in attending but not a member?

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Fall 2024 IA Meeting

Our fall 2024 meeting will be held October 24-26.

Want to participate in the Company Connection Showcase? Interested in presenting?

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Institute Colloquiums

Members interested in learning about the latest optics innovations throughout the year are welcome to attend out colloquia talks. Colloquia talks at the Institute of Optics are typically every Monday during the semester.

Past talks have included:

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