News You Can Use 3-8-26

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC Newstalk 1080 at 5:30 AM and 9:00 AM, host Ann Baldwin is joined by Brad Guiliani, President of the Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair (CSEF), to discuss the upcoming 78th annual Fair and the exciting week ahead for some of Connecticut’s brightest young minds. Brad shares what makes the Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair the state’s premier STEM competition for students in grades 7through 12, and why the finalist judging round is such an important milestone in the competition. This coming week, student finalists from across Connecticut will gather at Quinnipiac University to present their innovative research projects to a panel of judges made up of scientists, engineers, and industry professionals. Ann and Brad talk about the scale of the event, the types of cutting-edge research students are tackling, and the opportunities the Fair provides — including scholarships, awards, and the chance for top students to advance to international competition. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about student innovation, the future of STEM in Connecticut, and how the Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair continues to empower the next generation of scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers. For more, visit ctsciencefair.org.