STEM EXPO | West Valley College

$Science and math inaugural STEM expo 2024$

Join WVC's School of Science and Math for its annual STEM EXPO!

West Valley College’s STEM EXPO is a dynamic, showcase of student innovation in science, technology, and sustainability.

On Thursday, May 14, we will host our famous Jazz Under the Starts concert at the Jean and E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium. (Time: TBD)

Join us on Saturday, May 16, for a day of science fun and learning. You are invited to explore hands-on demonstrations, hear from Stanford graduate students, learn about internship opportunities at Stanford, engage with a science comedian, learn about our students’ research projects, participate in climate activities, and catch a sword demonstration paired with a physics talk. The event will begin at 11:00 a.m. in the Science and Math Courtyard and it will conclude at 4:00 p.m .

WVC STEM EXPO RSVP (Coming Soon) Tickets: Jean and E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium

STEM Expo | Spring 2024

Thursday, May 14

Experience an unforgettable evening of music and ambiance at Jazz Under the Stars in the Jean and E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium. Set beneath the simulated night sky, this unique event combines the smooth sounds of live jazz with a breathtaking backdrop. This special performance promises a perfect blend of art and science in an immersive setting.

Event	Time	Location
Jazz Under the Stars	TBD	Jean and E. Floyd Kvamme Planetarium

Saturday, May 16

The Main Stage Events	Time	Location
Science Comedian Brian Malow Laugh while you learn with the nation's premier science funnyman!	TBD	TBD
The Physics of the Force Light saber sword demonstrations and physics talk	TBD	TBD

The Highlight Events	Time	Location
Nature in Action "Silent Hunters" – An intimate look at the California Owl Program.	TBD	TBD
The Future of Tech Drone flight demos by West Valley College & robotics with the SJSU Robotics Club.	TBD	TBD
Climate Carnival Games, booths, and sustainability fun for all ages.	TBD	TBD
Student Showcase Explore the innovative projects from our own rising stars.	TBD	TBD

The Path to Success Events	Time	Location
Stanford Graduate Student Panel Hear about the STEM journey of Stanford graduate students.	TBD	TBD
Stanford Community College Outreach Learn about elite internship opportunities	TBD	TBD

Disability Access Information

West Valley College is committed to providing disability-accessible events and activities. If you have a disability access need (e.g., enlarged print, wheelchair access, or need a sign language interpreter, etc.), please contact DESPFREEWEST_VALLEY prior to the event, preferably three days in advance to allow time for coordination.

STEM EXPO: May 14–16, 2026