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SUMMARY:Capstone Connect 2026
DESCRIPTION:Connecting Student Talent With Industry Mentorship\nWhat if a student team could help tackle a challenge facing your industry?\nJoin Nexus234 to learn how you can serve as a capstone project advisor and help guide George Mason University students as they develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. You’ll hear about standout projects from the past year, explore opportunities for future collaborations, and learn how your expertise can help students strengthen their critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.\nNexus234 offers funding of up to $6,000 per project for projects in information sciences and technology, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, and electrical engineering.\nWhether you have a project idea, a challenge you’d like students to explore, or simply want to learn more about the capstone experience, this event is a great opportunity to connect with faculty, industry leaders, and the next generation of innovators.\nThe time commitment is minimal, but the impact can be significant for both students and the technologies they create.\nFeatured Speakers\nMechanical Engineering \n\nDr. Leigh McCue, Professor and Chair, George Mason University\nAlexis “Lexi” Chivers, Team Lead, Salus Project\nKenan Aden, COO, Didlake\n\nInformation Sciences and Technology \n\nGail Therrien, Professor of Practice, Director of Capstone, Assistant Department Chair of Information Sciences and Technology, George Mason University\nVeronica Jack, Student, George Mason University\nJon Hays, Attorney, Law Office of Jon F. Hays\n\nBioengineering \n\nShani Ross, Associate Chair of Undergraduate Programs, George Mason University\n\n
URL:https://www.nexus234.org/events/capstone-connect-2026/
LOCATION:10930 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA
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