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The Society’s alumni community is composed
of more than 60,000 alumni of its science
education competitions who are thought
leaders and innovators of all ages and from all
industries. Through events, professional de-
velopment activities and volunteer opportu-
nities, the Society engages alumni with each
other and with the wider world, empowering
them to become leaders in their chosen fields.
2016 was an exciting year for the
Society’s alumni community. In addition to
commemorating the 75
th
anniversary of the
Science Talent Search competition with an
inaugural alumni conference, the Society’s
alumni community hosted nine events na-
tionwide and welcomed 3,500 students who
participated in its various science programs.
The Society was also thrilled to celebrate the
achievements of several Society alumni for
their work and contributions to their fields
and to the global community.
ENGAGING ALUMNI
THROUGHCOMPELLING PROGRAMMING
Competitions
Stanford Signature Alumni Event
In 2016, the Society hosted its first West Coast Signature
Alumni event at Stanford University. The evening began with
a welcome reception and opening remarks by Stanford Uni-
versity President Marc Tessier-Lavigne and Society President
& CEOMaya Ajmera (1985 STS). The highlight of the evening
featured a distinguished panel of alumni entrepreneurs and in-
novators, followed by a book signing with panelist Nina Vasan
(2002 STS, 2002 ISEF), author of
Do Good Well
.
Clockwise from top right: Maya Ajmera moderates a panel
with Nina Vasan, Rajen Sheth (1994 STS and 1992–1994 ISEF),
Meredith Lee (2000 ISEF), Benjamin Jun (1992 STS) andWil-
liam Bencze (1985 STS and 1984 ISEF); alumni attend event;
Nina Vasan signs her book.
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