BRUNSWICK COUNTY – The Center of Applied Science and Technology (COAST) will host a college preparation event in Brunswick County on Thursday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., to motivate middle- and high-school students to take an interest in technology-related fields of study.
Booths will be featured at the event from High Tide Aviation, ATMC, Brunswick Electric, Cape Fear Solar Systems, and Wide Open Technologies. Staff from these businesses will assist in student questions about industry jobs and openings, as well as prospective salaries in various fields with career benefits and educational requirements needed to work at the following business or within the industries.
Local and regional university and college representatives from NC State University, Campbell University, Johnson & Wales University, UNC Wilmington, Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, NC Central University, East Carolina University, Brunswick Community College, and Wayne Community College — will be present. They will help students to better understand the application and enrollment processes.
Students will be able explore, ask questions, and approach each college or business booth. A few county high and middle schools able to attend include North Brunswick High School, West Brunswick High School, Leland Middle School, Cedar Grove Middle School, and more.
The COAST event is located at 1109 Old Ocean Highway. More information about the event can be found on the Brunswick County School website or at www.bcswan.net.
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