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2017AIChEWesternStudent

RegionalConference

SponsorshipPackage

2017AIChEWesternStudentRegionalConference

Website:aichewrsc.comEmail:[email protected]

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TableofContents

AIChE Western Regional Conference 2017 ........................................................................................................ 3

A Word from the Director of the Chemical Engineering Program ............................................................ 4

List of Schools Attending ........................................................................................................................................... 5

Conference Events ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Agenda .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8

Get Involved! .................................................................................................................................................................. 9

Breakdown of Bene,its ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Becoming a Sponsor ................................................................................................................................................. 11

Budget Report ............................................................................................................................................................ 13

Contact Information ................................................................................................................................................. 14

ScaleUp Sponsors ...................................................................................................................................................... 15



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AIChEWesternRegionalConference2017

The AIChE Western Regional Student Conference offers students the opportunity to network with

professionals from industry and academia, explore potential career paths, and expand their

knowledge of the chemical engineering ,ield. Attendees meet other students from their region to

share experiences and network.

Students present cutting-edge research in the Regional Student Paper Competition, participate in

educational workshops that can in,luence their career options, and compete at the Regional Chem-E-

Car Competition and Regional ChemE Jeopardy Competition. The University of California San Diego

has the honor of hosting the conference for the 2016-2017 academic year.

There will be a multitude of events promoting the professional development as well as the social

network of chemical engineers. AIChE chapters have attended and competed in this conference eve-

ry year with the goal of exercising their developed skills in mechanical and chemical design.

Photograph of Geisel at UCSD Provided by NathanielLecompte.com



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AWordfromtheDirectoroftheChemicalEngineeringProgram



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ListofSchoolsAttending

We plan to have over 300 students from 14 schools attend the conference. They will apply their en-

gineering knowledge in the various competitions as well as learn more about the growing industry.

The following are the AIChE Student Chapters who attend the Western Regional Student Conference

every year

• California Institute of Technology

• California State University, Long Beach

• California State University, Pomona

• San Jose State University

• Stanford University

• University of California, Berkeley

• University of California, Davis

• University of California, Irvine

• University of California, Los Angeles

• University of California, Riverside

• University of California, San Diego

• University of California, Santa Barbara

• University of Nevada, Reno

• University of Southern California



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ConferenceEvents

Chem-E-CarCompetition

The premise of the competition requires students to design and develop a miniature-sized car that

runs solely on a chemical energy source. The challenging aspect is that the car will be required to

carry a given water load over a speci,ied distance and stop within close range of the ,inish line. The

most successful designs will advance to the National Competition.

ResearchPaperCompetition

The Student Paper Competition offers valuable, real-world experience for the participating under-

graduate students. It showcases their passions and interests in the ,ield they are studying. Presenta-

tions often focus on recent advances in some branch of chemical engineering, original research, or

plant design.

JeopardyCompetition

A fun competition to break the ice for the students while testing their knowledge. The winner of the

competition will be invited to represent the region at the Annual Student Conference.

Workshops

Workshops will be hosted by companies or the participating schools throughout the conference. The

topics will revolve around professional development, ethical engineering, and applied engineering.



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BanquetandSpeakers

During the closing ceremony of the conference, professionals in the industry or academia will give

20-30 minute presentations on their experiences and their respective ,ield. This is an opportunity

for these speakers to promote relevant issues in the chemical engineering ,ield, or showcase their

own work or company.

Food will be provided for all attendees and the banquet will also be an opportunity for the students

to mingle and network with each other.

Social

A fun social event for students to relax and personally network with each other. Students from dif-

ferent universities can enjoy their time with one another over food, music, and games.

CompanyShowcase

At the company showcase, students are exposed and given advice on the various career opportuni-

ties available in the chemical engineering ,ield. Companies will give a 10-15 minute introduction of

their company. As one can see, this is a great opportunity for companies to promote their research

and current technological developments.



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Agenda

April14th,2017(Friday)

TIME EVENT

2:00pm - 9:30pm Registration

3:00pm - 6:00pm Chem-E-Car Chemical Pick-up

4:00pm - 6:00pm Jeopardy Competition

6:00pm - 7:30pm Workshops

6:00pm - 7:30pm Chem-E-Car Safety Check

7:30pm - 9:30pm Chem-E-Car Poster Competition

9:30pm Social/Mixer

April15th,2017(Saturday)

TIME EVENT

7:00am - 11:00am Late Registration

8:00am - 9:00am Breakfast

8:30am - 10:30am Paper Competition

9:30am - 11:30am Workshops

11:45am - 1:30pm Lunch

1:30pm - 5:00pm Chem-E-Car Competition

5:00pm - 7:00pm Company Showcase

7:00pm - 9:00pm Awards Banquet

11:45am - 12:45pm President’s Meeting

12:30pm - 1:30pm Chem-E-Car Setup



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GetInvolved!

Become a Sponsor

Sponsorship information is detailed on pages 10-12.

Become a part of the program

We are looking for companies and professionals who are interested in being a part of the confer-

ence. Contact Yimi Qian ([email protected]) on becoming a competition judge, participating in

workshops, and giving lab tours. (A description of events is detailed on pages 6-7 of this packet).

Spread the knowledge

It is our mission to educate students about the technological advances in chemical engineering. Con-

tact Bao Pham ([email protected]) for details on becoming a speaker.

Give us your suggestion

Contact our Conference Chairs with your ideas and suggestions. Together, we can create an event

that is an unforgettable experience. Contact information is detailed on page 14 of this packet.



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BreakdownofBene3its

Personal

≥$100

Bronze

≥$500

Silver

≥$750

Gold

≥$1250

Platinum

≥$2000

Sponsor’sNameonAllConferencePrint � � � � �

LogoonAllConferencePrint(IncludingT-

shirts,Brochure) � � � �

CompanyRepCanAttendCompanyShowcase � � � �

ReceiveResumeBookofAttendees � � �

CompanyLogoandHotlinkFeaturedonCon-

ferenceWebsite � � �

MarketedMaterialsIncludedinGiftBags � �

HonoredatOpening&ClosingCeremonies � �

CompanyRepPresentsAwardsforCompeti-

tion �

CompanyRepSpeaksatBanquet �

SponsoranEvent(WorkshoporInfoSession) �

Note: Your contribution will be tax deductible.



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BecomingaSponsor

Sponsoring an Event

Platinum sponsors may choose to sponsor an event (workshop or info session). They will have their

name/logo printed on materials speci,ic to the event (banners, judges’ grading sheets, information

about the event on the program and website). Below are events you can sponsor:

• Student Research Paper Competition

• Chem-E-Car Competition

• Company Showcase

• Jeopardy

• Company Showcase Prep

• Social Event

• Banquet

Company Representative Speaks About Their Company During the Banquet

One Platinum sponsor may speak about their company during the Banquet. The representative will

have the full attention of the students, university representatives, and other fellow industry repre-

sentatives.

Company Representative Present Awards for Competition

Company representatives of Platinum sponsorship level may present the awards for the 1st, 2nd,

and 3rd place winners for any competition. Companies may choose to give additional prizes.

Honored at Opening & Closing Ceremonies

Company representatives of Platinum or Gold sponsorship level will be mentioned and honored for

their contribution to the conference in the speeches given at both the opening & closing ceremonies.

Marketed Materials Included in Gift Bags

On advertisement found through UCSD Career Services Center, TESC newsletters, other university

school prints, and any media coverage the Platinum sponsors will have a larger logo than the Gold

sponsors. Both Platinum and Gold sponsors may add one piece of merchandise to the gift bags hand-

ed out to students.



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Company Logo and Hotlink Prominently Featured on the Conference Website

Company logo will be the same size for Silver, Gold, and Platinum sponsors. Each picture of the logo

will be a hotlink to the company website.

Receive a Resume Book of Attendees

Bronze level or higher sponsorships will receive a resume book comprised of the conference at-

tendees’ resumes. The book will be e-mailed to the company representative on April 8th, 2017. Rep-

resentatives may contact any of the attendees before the day of the conference.

Company Representatives May Attend the Company Showcase

Platinum sponsors can have up to two tables and four representatives. Gold sponsors can have up to

two tables and three representatives. Silver sponsors can have one table and up to two representa-

tives. Bronze sponsors can have one table and up to one representative.

Logo Visibility on All Conference Prints (including T-shirts, Brochures)

For all prints, Platinum sponsors will have the largest logo size. The Gold sponsors will have a small-

er logo size than the Platinum’s, but larger than the Silver sponsors’ logos.

Sponsor’s Name Mentioned on All Conference Print

Bronze and Personal sponsors will not have a logo on the conference print. The company name will

be mentioned on Conference Program and the t-shirts.

Steps to become a sponsor:

1. Pick a sponsorship level.

2. Click on this Paypal Link.

3. Enter the amount you wish to donate.

4. Complete the billing information.

5. Enter an e-mail address that we can contact you with.

6. Complete transaction.

7. The listed bene,its will be provided, and email with the tax ID#.

8. Done! Thank you for your interest in our conference, and we hope to see you there!

If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Chan at [email protected] or Cheryl Chan

at [email protected]



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BudgetReport

Breakfast $1,000.00

Lunch $1,700.00

Admiral’s Package Banquet $14,000.00

Banquet Insurance $135.00

Subtotal $16,835.00

I. Food Expenses

Gift Package $1,500.00

Parking Permits $175.00

Hotel Fees $150.00

Buzzers (Jeopardy) $90.00

Subtotal $1,915.00

II. Logistics

III. Chem-E-Car Competition

Chemicals $275.00

Subtotal $275.00

IV. Facilities

Technician $350.00

Room Fees $850.00

Subtotal $1,200.00

TotalExpenses $20,225.00



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ContactInformation

Name Position Email Phone

MichaelPerez Conference Chair [email protected] (619) 395-1212

VeraSmirnova Conference Chair [email protected] (858) 729-3783

AndreaKim Webmaster [email protected] (949) 439-5021

CherylChan Finance Chair [email protected] (650) 636-3810

CynthiaChan Fundraising Chair [email protected] (510) 386-2729

WillLu Student Paper Competition Chair [email protected] (858) 766-8114

CelyneMoh Media Chair [email protected] (201) 280-9318

AaronChen Chem-E-Car Competition Chair [email protected] (858) 263-6644

ColinFeeney Chem-E-Car Competition Chair [email protected] (650)-867-2600

JonSigurdson Jeopardy Competition Chair [email protected] (805) 636-8725

BaoPham Awards Banquet Chair [email protected] (562) 303-2683

JessicaUy Registration Chair [email protected] (562) 682-7306

KristaKim Workshop Chair [email protected] (818) 391-9217

JessieLin Logistics Chair [email protected] (310) 890-6085

YimiQian Volunteer, Judge Recruitment Chair [email protected] (858) 752-3480



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ScaleUpSponsors

National AIChE acknowledges the generous sponsors whose support has made ScaleUp a continued

success. ScaleUp sponsors gave money to AIChE to support the information and opportunities AIChE

provides to students. National AIChE contributed $2,000 from the ScaleUp fund for this conference.

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