outreach
On October 12, 2022, CGIF launched its newest program GLOW (Glass Learning Opportunities Workshop) at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. The program hosts middle and high school students to learn about the science behind the art of glass blowing. This GLOW event hosted 95 students from Pittsburgh Obama 6-12, a public school in the East Liberty…
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The 7th Annual Winter Workshop was held virtually this year on Feb. 17–18 and hosted participants from North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia! Winter Workshop is an event for Materials Science and Engineering students and young professionals to learn from industry professionals and network with others in ceramic and glass engineering fields.
Read MoreThe Air Products Foundation of Allentown, Pennsylvania recently announced that it will donate $15,000 to The Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation (CGIF) and The Glass Manufacturing Industry Council (GMIC), both located in Columbus, Ohio, to foster innovation by the next generation of ceramic and glass professionals. The 82nd Conference on Glass Problems (GPC), which is…
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During the Summer of 2021, the CGIF issued a Call for Proposals for outreach projects that incorporated the use of our materials science kits. Due to the success of the program, CGIF will extend the deadline for proposals until November 1st, 2021. All individuals, including teachers, student outreach groups, and community members are eligible to…
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