Generation Z: New Learning Styles on Campus

Generation Z Researcher Meghan Grace will present her dynamic research into Generation Z’s characteristics, motivations, perspectives, communication preferences, technology use, learning styles, social concerns, and how they engage with social issues. Monique Fuchs, Assoc VP, Innovation + Entrepreneurship, Wentworth Institute of Technology, will present the philosophical basis for the new Maker Space at Wentworth Institute of Technology to support Innovation + Entrepreneurship on campus. We will hear from a student panel of Gen Z’ers, and wrap up the event with an overview of the building by Josiah Stevenson FAIA, Principal with Leers Weinzapfel Associates Architects.

Agenda:

7:30 – 8:00: Breakfast / Networking
8:00 – 8:15: Introduction / Overview: Debi McDonald, JCJ Architecture, Cheryl Anderson, Knoll, Inc.
8:15 – 9:15: Presentation of Generation Z Research: Meghan Grace—1 LU AIA credit is available
9:15 – 10:15: Overview of Maker Space at Wentworth Institute of Technology: Monique Fuchs—1 LU AIA credit is available
10:15 – 10:45: Student Panel / Moderated by Meghan Grace
10:45 – 11:00: Overview of Building: Josiah Stevenson FAIA
11:00 – 11:30: Tour of Wentworth’s new Maker Space

BSA/SCUP College and University Roundtable would like to thank Knoll, Office Resources, Wentworth Institute of Technology, STV-DPM, and Leers Weinzapfel Associates for their support.