2022 CIC Behind the Scenes
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122 students arrive at the Westin Michigan Avenue for the 2022 College Industry Conference.
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Students network with 44 companies and societies during the career information session.
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Company representatives share with students the benefits of working in the metalcasting industry.
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The Student Breakfast on the following day comes early after a late night, but it’s great for students to meet other students from different schools.
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Attendees pick the brains of the general session speakers.
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History (FEF alums) meets future (CIC delegates) at the industry/delegate mixer.
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All attending schools posed for a group photo.
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Gifts from people in the industry make the CIC possible.
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2022 scholarship recipients received over $90,000 in total scholarship support.
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Culmination of the CIC—Industry and students enjoy the Annual Reception.
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Year after year, scores of FEF alumni return to the CIC as industry reps.