Thursday, December 17 

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Hilton Hawaiian Village

Our special outreach event will bring together Hawaiʻi middle and high school students, local robotics teams, university students, and international researchers for a morning of exploration, discovery, and exchange.

The event aims to introduce young students to the exciting world of robotics, control systems, mathematics, and engineering while highlighting educational and career pathways in STEM.

 

TimeActivity
8:30-9 AMArrival and check-in
9-10 AMRobotics and control demonstrations and CDC Student Competition meet-and-greet. 
Coral Lounge (Exhibition Hall)
10-10:10 AMTransition to Ballroom Coral 3-5
10:10-10:20 AMWelcome and introduction
10:20-10:40 AM

Welcome and introduction

Sergio Grammatico

10:40-11 AMFrom a Hawaiʻi public high school to graduate research in optimal control and a career in transportation in Hawaiʻi

Alan Tong
11-11:45 AM Lunch and break
11:45 AM-12:25 PMInteractive student activity
12:25-12:50 PM

Diversity, representation, and opportunities in STEM

Eva Westin and Charlotta Johnsson

12:50-1 PMClosing remarks and student feedback

Through this outreach initiative, CDC 2026 seeks to inspire future scientists and engineers, strengthen connections with local schools, and demonstrate the role of control and robotics in addressing real-world challenges.

Please note: This program is tentative. Presentation topics, activities, room assignments, and scheduling details are subject to change.