Nerd Nite Louisville
*free*
Happy hour at 5
Opening ceremony at 7:15
First presentation at 7:30
Ends around 9
Usually there is an awesome beer special
Gravely Brewing Co
514 Baxter Ave
*Presentation #1
“The Dark Side of the Universe” by Joanna Bridge
Description: How did the universe go from the Big Bang to having stars and galaxies? And what’s up with all this dark matter and dark energy? Learn about what we think we know about the early universe, and what we still have left discover.
Bio: Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Louisville in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, studying the first observable galaxies. Did PhD at Pennsylvania State University, likes to travel and do karaoke.
*Presentation #2
“Target: Zero Suicides in Louisville” by Dr. Val Slayton
Description: The Louisville Health Advisory Board is a cross sector group of community organizations working to improve physical, mental, and social well being in Kentuckiana. It’s Behavioral Health Committee has a mission to implement a community wide, evidence based, and data driven program to eliminate suicides in Louisville. A major initiative will occur in September during National Suicide Prevention Week.
Bio: Dr. Val Slayton is a active participant in the Louisville Health Advisory Board. He has an interest in behavioral health issues, and is an active participant in efforts to establish the Zero Suicide framework.
*Presentation #3
“The Real Guide to Networking and Getting What You Want” by Alexandra Martindale
Description: Ever see those people guiding effortlessly through crowds meeting new people and expertly leaving conversations before they get weird? Ever hear the phrase, “It’s all in who you know?” Learn how to network effectively to get what you want in the end using proven strategies and key phrases.
Bio: Alex loves the art of social interaction. She goes to at least four networking events per week and is an active member of seven organizations locally. Her nickname is The Paris Hilton of Louisville – interpret that as you may.