Mississippi SciTechConnect Pop-Up
January 28, 2026 @ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST
MCity is excited to partner with Department of War SciTechConnect to bring a high-impact, in-person science and technology engagement event to Mississippi this January.
We encourage our members and community to register as soon as possible. While the event is free, registration will close once capacity is reached.
Mississippi SciTechConnect Pop-Up
Jackson State University
January 28, 2025
Half-Day, In-Person
Free to attend. Limited capacity.
Register here:
https://events.bizzabo.com/780508/home
This half-day SciTechConnect event will bring together universities, businesses, researchers, and regional innovation partners to explore practical, real-world pathways for engaging with the Department of War’s science and technology enterprise.
Yous can expect:
• Insights from Department of War leaders and practitioners
• A featured talk by Ms. Evelyn Kent, Director of DoW HBCU Outreach and Programs
• A hands-on workshop focused on navigating engagement and funding pathways
• Direct guidance on how academic and industry innovators can work with the DoW
• Opportunities to connect with peers, partners, and regional stakeholders
Whether you are faculty, staff, students, founders, or part of a research or innovation organization, this event is designed to demystify how collaboration with the Department of War works and how to take the next step.
MCity is proud to support opportunities that expand access to federal science and technology engagement and strengthen regional innovation ecosystems.
Register early. Once the room is full, registration will close.


