College 101: Q&A by Sherri Gheller

Have questions about the college application process? Join Sherri Gheller, a former admissions counselor at Northeastern and Brandeis University and current Co-Director of College Counseling at Gann Academy. With years of experience guiding students through applications, essays, and decisions, Sherri is here to answer all your questions—ask her anything!

MIT & Beyond: Q&A by Abby Chou

Curious about life at MIT or career paths in tech? Join Abby Chou, a current MIT senior earning both a bachelor's and master's in CS while training to be a high school CS/math teacher. An Andover High alum ('21) and former robotics club member, Abby has explored security, SWE, computational biology research, and teaching. Ask her anything about college, careers, or the MIT experience!

Stand out: Crafting Your Resume by Jannessa Durrani

Want to make your resume shine? Join Jennessa Durrani, a certified success coach with 20+ years of experience in leadership and career development. She specializes in helping individuals overcome fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt to build confident, purpose-driven careers. With expertise in DISC & VALUES and Success Coaching, Jennessa brings dynamic energy and actionable insights to every session.  

Careers in Medical Devices with Marsha Cordio

Curious about how robotics is transforming medicine? Join Marsha Cordio, part of the Operational Excellence team at Medtronic, as she shares insights on the intersection of robotics and healthcare. With her experience in endovascular robotics, Marsha will discuss how robots assist in surgeries and shape the future of medical technology. 

Engineering and Innovation with Qurat-ul-Ain Tabassum

Explore the dynamic world of electrical and telecommunications engineering with Qurat-ul-Ain Tabassum, an Engineering Project Manager at Cisco Systems. Learn how cutting-edge technology powers global communication, the role of engineering in shaping the future, and how to navigate a career in the tech industry. Gain valuable insights into innovation, project management, and the ever-evolving field of engineering!

Academics to Career: Insights with Rekha Kamat

Wondering how to bridge the gap between education and the professional world? Join Rekha Kamat, WW Global Director of 3DEXPERIENCE Works Marketing at Dassault Systèmes, as she shares her expertise on career growth, innovation, and transitioning from academia to industry. Learn how to navigate your career path and make the most of your academic journey!

How to Solder with  Canyu Li and Nicole Cirino

Learn the fundamentals of soldering in this hands-on workshop with Canyu Li and Nicole Cirino, members of Andover High School’s SeaPerch Club, an underwater robotics team that has competed at the international SeaPerch Worlds. Discover how soldering is used in robotics, practice essential techniques, and gain skills you can apply to your own projects!

How to CAD by Anoushka Nagle

Get hands-on experience with CAD in this interactive workshop led by Anoushka Nagle, captain of Andover High School’s award-winning all-girls robotics team, 10331 ARC Hailstorm. Learn how CAD is used in engineering and robotics design, and put your skills to the test! Plus, enter our free raffle for a chance to have your own design 3D-printed!