Giant Jamboree Sneak Peak
Learn about exclusive After iGEM events, see what iGEM 2017 teams have been up to, and learn what's in store for you at the Giant Jamboree below.
If you get 2 newsletters from us this month, it is because you are on our current team roster as well as a part of a past iGEM team. These are 2 unique messages so please scroll below. This newsletter features iGEM program news and announcements, as opposed to the team newsletter which highlights competition news.
Giant Jamboree Sneak Peak
With the Jamboree only 5 weeks away we wanted to share with you some exciting updates on the event. Here is just a bit of what you can expect to see in November.
iGEM 2017 Projects: Check out what iGEM 2017 teams have been up to this summer. All team project titles, abstracts, and presentation slots are posted here: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree/Program/Abstracts
Career Fair Exhibitors: Know of an open position that an iGEMer would be perfect for? iGEM will host a career fair on Sunday to help connect employers with the iGEM community. Both industries and universities with academic opportunities are invited to recruit for positions. Interested in participating? Let us know at hq [AT] iGEM [DOT] org or visit: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree/Exhibitors
Direct link: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree
The After iGEM Program
After iGEM events at the Giant Jamboree
Continue your participation in iGEM beyond the competition with involvement in the After iGEM Program. Be a part of the iGEM Network and learn more about connecting with fellow iGEMers, interacting with the community, and representing iGEM across the globe. Visit: after.igem.org.
Learn more about about this new program by joining us at these exclusive Giant Jamboree events:
After iGEM: How to Avoid iGEM Withdrawal Workshop on Friday, November 10th from 5pm - 6pm
After iGEM: International Policy Workshop on Saturday, November 11th from 5pm - 6pm
After iGEM Evening Event on Saturday, November 11th from 8pm - 10p
After iGEM & SynBioBeta: Calling all Synthetic Biology Entrepreneurs on Sunday November, 12th from 8pm - 10pm
For a complete list of workshops and Jamboree activities, visit: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree/Program/Workshops.
Show your iGEM Spirit.
Connect on Social Media! Join us on Facebook, Instagram (@iGEM_HQ), and Twitter (@iGEM)! Be sure to tag your photos with #iGEM2017; we'll be collecting them to show off at the Giant Jamboree.
Competition News
Take a trip down memory lane.
Remember what it was like with the Jamboree just a few weeks away and freezes and deadlines looming ahead? Here is what iGEM 2017 teams are working towards.
Competition Deadlines:
October 27: DNA Submission Ship By Deadline, 11:59pm EDT
October 27: Judging Form Freeze, 11:59pm EDT
November 1: Wiki and Registry Freeze, 11:59pm EDT
November 9 - 13: Giant Jamboree!
Jamboree Updates
Attend the Jamboree!
Event Registration: ALL attendees much register for the Jamboree before the October 13 deadline. After this date, you will be limited to onsite registration only. Register here: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree/Register
Giant Jamboree 2017 Handbook: Review the Handbook and learn more about - event policies, how to download the event app, where to pick up your awards and medals, where to go tp print something, the meal plan, and much, much more. Visit: http://2017.igem.org/Giant_Jamboree/Handbook
iGEM 2017 Sponsors
iGEM is proud to recognize our iGEM 2017 Sponsors.
