Are you interested in exploring the world of STEM but don’t know where to begin?

Come spend a day with Capitol Tech! We offer a variety of fun and educational STEM-based events on select weekends that are designed to introduce curious learners to real-world tech concepts in a low-pressure environment. We want to give the next generation of cyber defenders, mission control experts, aviators, and other industry leaders a strong foundation for their educational and professional journey while showing just how fun a STEM job can be!

For our cybersecurity enthusiasts, we offer thrilling challenges such as virtual lock-picking, cyber laser-tag, cyber treasure hunt, capture-the-flag, and more to prepare you for a high-stakes career of protecting cyberspace. If you’re longing to take to the skies as a drone pilot or other aviation specialist, we have opportunities to participate in drone races and navigation lessons (yes, there are prizes!). We also have plenty of fun activities for students passionate about astronautical engineering, such as opportunities to build and launch your own rocket, and track real meteors and satellites in the new ALPHA Observatory.

These are just some of the great events hosted at Capitol Tech. No matter where you are in your educational or professional journey, we’re eager for you to come spend the day with us to experience the wonder and excitement that a career in STEM can bring!

GreyCon

Capitol Technology University will be hosting its first annual GreyCon conference for professionals in emerging technology fields. GreyCon offers a collaborative space to come together and explore exciting new avenues in the cross-sections of technological advancement.

Save the Date – July 16, 2025!

Cyber Saturdays

Are you a high school or community college student with an interest in computers, coding, gaming and cybersecurity?

At Capitol Technology University, we offer a regular series of Cyber Saturdays that will provide you with the opportunity to explore cyber activities in a fun, game-like environment. You'll not only have fun, but you'll learn cybersecurity skills along the way. Events also feature presentations from cybersecurity experts and professionals in the intelligence community.

Family AI Innovation Day

Interested in learning more about artificial intelligence (AI)?

Join us on Saturday, November 9 for a free community event for teens and their parents to explore AI in a fun and interactive environment. Through presentations and hands-on demonstrations, you will discover the exciting potential of AI – and how it is already changing our world.

Register by Nov. 8, 2024.

Capitol STEM Challenge

On Saturday, November 2, join us for a fun filled day of STEM Challenges for students from middle school through high school age. Discover STEM topics through challenges and compete to win prizes!

Capitol Cyber Sleuths Program

The GenCyber + Capitol Technology University Capitol Cyber Sleuths program is back! On June 22 from 10am to 1pm there will be a workshop to support the growth of the next generation of cybersecurity experts for the nation. This program strives to spread awareness, inspire, and increase cybersecurity interest while building a competent, diverse, and adaptable cybersecurity workforce pipeline through the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C).