9:30 AM: Welcome Remarks
9:45 AM: Student workshop
Topic: Student Leadership Workshop
Speaker: Dr. Albert M. Troche, Director of Extracurricular Activities at the Interamerican University of PR, Bayamón Campus
Description: This workshop enhances participants’ comprehension and application of core student leadership principles through interactive activities. It begins with an engaging icebreaker to examine various leadership styles, followed by an in-depth overview of essential leadership traits such as responsibility and empathy. Participants will engage in thoughtful discussions of real-world leadership challenges and refine their competencies through structured role-playing exercises. The session concludes with a reflective component to consolidate learning outcomes and acknowledge individual progress. This comprehensive approach aims to advance participants’ leadership capabilities and practical application of foundational principles.
10:45 AM: Break
11:00 AM: Special presentation by Georgia Galatoula, Burgerology Owner and Vanessa Coppes, Founder + CEO, BELLA Media
11:30 AM: Closing Remarks by Dr. Yubelkys Montalvo, HETS Executive Director and Eng. Gladys Nieves, HETS Chair