(KWNO)-Local business leaders, community partners and residents are invited to explore the connection between STEM education and Winona’s future workforce at Building the Future: STEM & Workforce Development Business & Community Open House on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Saint Mary’s University.
The open house will offer a firsthand look at how students are developing the technical, problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills that today’s employers value. Attendees will have an opportunity to see students in action as they tackle real-world challenges, learn more about the impact of STEM education, and discover ways local businesses and organizations can support student development while investing in the region’s future workforce.
The event is also a preview of the Bluff Country Regional FIRST Robotics Competition, March 3–6, 2027 at SMU. The regional competition is expected to bring 42 high school robotics teams to Winona, representing approximately 1,100–1,200 students and mentors, along with volunteers and visiting family members.
EVENT DETAILS
● What: Building the Future: STEM & Workforce Development Business & Community Open House
● When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 4–6 p.m.
● Where: Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Toner Center Lounge, 700 Terrace Heights, Winona, Minn.
● Who: Business leaders, community partners, organizations and interested community members
● Registration and event information: VisitWinona.com
Learn more about the 2027 Bluff Country Regional FIRST Robotics Competition and opportunities for local businesses to participate at VisitWinona.com.
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