Missouri Western State University and the Innovation Stockyard are hosting a regional science and technology employment panel and networking event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 2 at the Kit Bond Science and Technology Incubator on the Missouri Western campus. The event is open to the public, but participants are asked to preregister online by Monday, Feb. 27.

The event will feature a panel of scientists, engineers and employers from the region who will speak on issues related to employment of scientists and engineers. Following the panel, there will be a time for current students to network with alumni and representatives of regional employers.

For additional information, contact Dr. Mike Ducey in the Department of Chemistry at 816-271-4391 or ducey@missouriwestern.edu.

Missouri Western State University is a comprehensive regional university providing a blend of traditional liberal arts and professional degree programs. The university offers student-centered, high quality instruction that focuses on experience-based learning, community service, and state-of-the-art technology. Missouri Western is located in St. Joseph, Mo., and is committed to the educational, economic, cultural and social development of the region it serves. Visit www.missouriwestern.edu.