14th Annual Nuclear Night on Oct. 30 Showcases the Impact and Future of Nuclear Power
PITTSBURGH (Oct. 28, 2019) — The Stephen R. Tritch Nuclear Engineering Program at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering will host its 14th annual Nuclear Night on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. The event will showcase the region’s role in the renaissance of the nuclear industry, with keynote talks from Danielle Ramaley, director of Market Development Americas Operating Plant Services at Westinghouse, and Jeffrey Bradfute, vice president of Americas Fuel Delivery at Westinghouse.
“The city of Pittsburgh has played an important role in the advancement of the nuclear energy industry, and we’re excited to hear from our keynote speakers about the innovations happening in our own backyard,” says Heng Ban, PhD, director of the Nuclear Engineering Program and R.K. Mellon Professor in Energy. “Nuclear Night is a great opportunity for students to learn about the field of nuclear engineering, the opportunities it presents, and the impact it has in our region.”
The keynote address will be followed by a Q&A session, reception and industry networking session. Light refreshments will be served. The event will take place in the University Club, Ballroom A, and is open to all student, faculty and staff.
For more information, on the Stephen R. Tritch Nuclear Program, go to www.engineering.pitt.edu/nuclear.
Contact: Maggie Pavlick