Seattle STEAM

Overview

Surrounded by mountain ranges, deep glacial lakes and year-round greenery, commands some of the most breathtaking views in the . Start out on a walking tour of the University of for a glimpse into college life. Engage in a lecture with a Facebook engineer on the UW campus, who introduces students to the coding process behind this popular social media platform. Get to know the Seattle community of farmers and craftspeople at Pike Place Market on a scavenger hunt.

Discover the industry innovators of evolving technology in the greater Seattle area. See what emerging technology has become a reality at Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters on their Future of Tech Tour, including a coding and programming workshop. On a walking tour of Amazon and a visit to an Amazon Go store, imagine where shopping technology is going from here. Take in the panoramic views out to the from the Space Needle, while standing on the world’s first revolving glass floor.

Experience the latest in aircraft engineering on a tour of the largest building in the world by volume, Boeing Everett Factory, and watch the assembly of the 787 Dreamliner in action. Participate in an interactive workshop at Boeing to learn the building blocks of 3D printing, or robotics and engineering. Explore the (MoPOP), finding innovative cultural exhibits around every corner. Daily Itinerary (5 Days)

DAY 1 TRAVEL TO SEATTLE – ORIENTATION Arrive in Seattle and start with some guided sightseeing by motorcoach. Afterwards, go on an orientation walking tour of the (UW). Check in to the hotel. • Travel to Seattle • Seattle guided sightseeing • University of Washington (UW) orientation walking tour

DAY 2 SEATTLE – WARM-UP ROUND Start the day back on the UW campus for a STEAM lecture with a Facebook engineer. In the afternoon, visit a tech or game company and then go on a scavenger hunt at Pike Place Market. • STEAM Lecture at UW led by a Facebook engineer • Visit a tech or game company • Pike Place Market Scavenger Hunt

DAY 3 SEATTLE AND REDMOND – TECH INDUSTRY On The Future of Tech Tour at Microsoft, see incredible uses for artificial intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, Xbox game development and the latest tech products through interactive exhibits. Later, learn coding and programming during a workshop with the experts at Microsoft. Back in Seattle, learn about the leader of online retail on a walking tour of Amazon’s Seattle headquarters and visit an Amazon Go store. Before the day is done, go to the top of the Space Needle for the best views of Seattle. • Future of Tech Tour: Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters • Microsoft workshop: Coding and Programming • Walking tour of Amazon’s Seattle headquarters with Q&A • Visit an Amazon Go store • Views from the Space Needle

DAY 4 SEATTLE AND EVERETT – INVENTION IN ACTION Watch the assembly of the 787 Dreamliner on a tour of Boeing Everett Factory in the morning. In an afternoon workshop led by Boeing professionals, get hands-on experience with 3D printing, or robotics and engineering. Play team games back at UW in the evening. • Tour of Boeing Everett Factory • Boeing workshop: 3D Printing, or Robotics and Engineering • Team games at UW in the evening

DAY 5 SEATTLE TO HOME – CULTURE IN CONCEPTS Experience the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) galleries, featuring historical innovations in the popular culture of gaming, music, storytelling and more. Afterwards, depart this big tech hub for home. • Explore the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) • Depart Seattle for home

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