Last month, Governor JB Pritzker proclaimed April to be Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois. To celebrate, the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) co-hosted its second annual Career Spark STEAM Expo, in collaboration with Junior Achievement and the Learning Technology Center of Illinois, where they hosted more than 1,400 8th grade students and over 60 exhibitors. School districts representing Central Illinois students and professionals came together and explored the career possibilities in Illinois with an emphasis on those pertaining to science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics fields.  Throughout the two days, students eagerly participated in hands-on activities and explored more than 60 exhibits, gaining insights into the diverse world of STEAM careers. For additional information and other STEAM events, visit DoIT’s STEAM page at www.illinois.gov/doit-steam. 

Photo Credit: Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology