Student Series
Sponsored by: 
Wednesday, June 11 • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Student Series is a day of activities designed for interior design and architecture students. Experience all that NeoCon has to offer to prepare you for your future design career.
9–10:30 a.m. ASID Career Exchange
7th-Floor Cafe
Network with more than 20 top architecture and design firms and leading manufacturers. Representatives will offer information about their companies, answer questions about careers in the industry and potentially recruit employees for open positions. ASID professional members will also be present to review resumes and portfolios. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with top professionals in the industry one-on-one ... don't miss it!
Noon–1 p.m. Natalie Banaszak, Designer, HOK
Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza—Sauganash Ballroom A
Natalie Banaszak, LEED AP, is a designer at HOK Chicago and graduate of Purdue University. During her time at HOK, Banaszak has worked on numerous projects including AIA's new Chicago office, several WPP spaces and two product collections with Lees Carpet. Join Banaszak as she discusses how to successfully transition from college to the professional world by exploring concepts such as design identity, individual branding, internships and the workplace.
2–3 p.m. IIDA Headquarters Student Tour
Merchandise Mart, Suite 567
Participate in a private tour of
IIDA's new sustainable
Headquarters and Learning
Center. Find out about the
products used to create this sustainable environment
directly from Ken
Wilson, IIDA, AIA,
LEED AP with
Envision Design, the
interior design firm
on the project.
An informational
session and guided
office tour will be
given. Refreshments
provided.
New for NeoCon 2008!
Seminar Discount for Students
Take advantage of this opportunity to attend any one-hour, CEU-accredited program offered on Wednesday, June 11 only! These seminars are available to students at a rate of $25 each.
- Visit Seminar Registration in the North Lobby of The Merchandise Mart on Wednesday.
- Check availability for each seminar and register onsite.
- Seating is limited, arrive early!
- For a listing of Wednesday seminars, click here.
REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS:
- Register online.
- Print the barcode and bring with you to the show.
Badges will not be mailed. - Registration will also be available onsite during show registration hours. (Pre-registration is recommended.)
- Badges provide access to all Student Series events, as well as the exhibit floors June 9-11, 2008.
Student Series is Complimentary for Students and Educators!
