Colorado MESA showcased at STEMapalooza in October......STEMapalooza is an event to bring these constituents together to better appreciate and understand how each of the stakeholders contribute, develop and establish continuing relationships among stakeholders, engage policy makers and the media, spotlight the successes, and create an atmosphere of shared responsibility. Events will include:

1. main showcase event for STEM providers;
2. discussion panels grouped by theme (i.e. industries, higher education, K-12, students, informal education, etc.);
3. Friday luncheon with Governor Ritter (invited);
4. research poster sessions displaying cutting-edge STEM research;
5. a pre-expo reception for exhibitors.

The audience for the event includes: business and industry, formal educators at all levels, parents, government agencies, informal educators, chambers of commerce, non-profit coalitions, and others.