Student Series
THE FUTURE IS NOW
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Student Series is a day of activities designed for Interior Design and Architecture students.
NeoCon is your chance to gain real-world exposure in to the professional world of design.
Student Series is Complimentary for Students and Educators!
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IIDA Panel - Career Boot Camp
Date: Wednesday, June 16
Time: 8 – 9:30 a.m.
Location: IIDA Headquarters, Suite 567
Looking for a job is practically a full-time job in itself, and it’s easy to get discouraged. Get insider advice on that all-important process of finding your first job. IIDA has put together a stellar group of recent grads that have been there, done that. Shape your job search strategies around the new realities of the economy and discover tips about current hiring trends and personal branding for students. Learn from successful young professionals on how to secure the job you want (even if you didn't know you wanted it) and transition from new job mode into a successful career.
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ASID Career Exchange
Date: Wednesday, June 16
Time: 9:45 a.m. – 11:45 p.m.
Location: 7th Floor Café
A great networking opportunity for students and recent graduates with leading architecture and design firms, as well as manufacturers. Representatives will be on-hand to offer information about their companies and answer questions about careers in the industry. Need advice on how to improve your resume and/or portfolio? ASID designer members will be present to lend you their expertise. Don’t miss this valuable chance to connect one-on-one with top professionals in the industry!
Keynote Speaker – Yves Behar
Date: Wednesday, June 16
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Sauganash Ballroom
“Design in the Age of 360°”
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We all want our products to be as much about personal expression and the leading edge of innovation, while reflecting our 21st century values...the new role of the designer is to create, and sometimes arbitrate, between these elements of contemporary culture. What are the stories, tools and strategies that we use to practice 360° design?
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Gain Practical Business Experience
Explore over 700 cutting-edge exhibitors representing commercial and residential interiors and occupying over a million square feet within The Merchandise Mart.
During your NeoCon voyage make sure you check out the following student special exhibits:
ASID “Design it Forward” Lounge
Location: Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-1062
Students and emerging professionals are encouraged to use the Design it Forward lounge as a prime location to jump-start mornings at The Mart, connect with peers over lunch or use it as a relaxing retreat to take a load off from walking the show floor. Special offerings and networking opportunities will be featured in the lounge each day of the show, so be sure to stop by and say hello.
Furniture Revolution Gallery
Location: Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-2014
Today, a new breed of designers is emerging and NeoCon is proud to highlight these up and coming stars in the Furniture Revolution Gallery that will showcase new designers with big ideas that will shape the future of design. Click here for more information.
Student Project Display
Location: The Merchandise Mart, 10th Floor, West Corridor
Check out what your peers have been up as local schools display their work for all to see. Projects include innovative environments from commercial to residential, hospitality to retail from the following:
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Savannah College of Art and Design Exhibit
Location: Market Suites, 8th Floor, Suite 8-1140
The Furniture Design Department of the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA., will be exhibiting some of its finest students’ designs at NeoCon 2010. Students explore a range of materials and processes in the furniture they design to create unique and interesting pieces. The pieces on display are manufactured by companies from all over the world based on the students’ specifications. More info at: www.scad.edu/furniture-design.
SAIC Final Statement
AIADO and Fashion Graduate Thesis Exhibition:
Gravity
June 12-July 24 Sullivan Galleries
33 S. State St., 7th floor
Reception: Tuesday, June 15, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Gallery hours: Tue-Sat, 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Showcasing design from the Departments of Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Designed Objects (AIADO); and Fashion, this exhibition brings together work by graduate students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago that explores the latest innovations in material, technology, fashion and form.
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New This Year…Seeking Career Advice and more? NeoCon is your one stop shop for career resources.
Meet Stephen Viscusi, founder of The Viscusi Group which has recruits for all levels of positions from Presidents, to sales rep’s, to showroom managers. Click here for more information.
The Career Development Track
offers a variety of seminars that will help you get ahead. Click here for a listing of educational programs geared towards career development.
Wednesday Seminar Discounts for Students!
Experience programming on a professional level by attending programs designed for interior designers, architects and facility managers. Attend any one-hour, CEU accredited program offered on Wednesday, June 16 from some of the top experts in the industry offered at a rate of $25 for students!
• Visit Seminar Registration in the North Lobby of The Merchandise Mart on Wednesday, June 16.
• Check availability for each seminar and register on-site.
• Seating is limited, arrive early!
• For a full listing of Wednesday seminars, visit neocon.com/studentseminars.
REGISTRATION MADE EASY:
• Click here and follow the Attendee Registration link.
• Select the events you plan to attend, view your cart and follow the check out instructions.
• A confirmation page will be emailed to you containing a barcode, print the email and bring it with you to the show. Badges will not be mailed.
• Registration will also be available on site during show registration hours.
• Badges provide access to the Student Series events you select to attend, as well as the exhibit floors June 14-16, 2010. To register for the student special seminar rate you must register for seminars on-site.
- Important Dates
- May 01
NeoCon introduces MyNeoCon - the ultimate way to maximize your #NeoCon10 experience
- May 5
Exhibit space still available. Sign up by May 5 to be included
in the official NeoCon Show Directory. - May 19
Book travel before May 19th to secure your lowest rate for
hotel accommodations