Join alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of SSP International for a weekend of connection, learning, and celebration.

This year's theme, Shared Horizons, celebrates the lifelong connections formed through Summer Science Program and the many paths our community has taken in science, research, education, and beyond. While alumni have pursued different careers and opportunities around the world, they remain united by a shared spirit of curiosity, collaboration, and discovery.

Hosted in Tysons, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., attendees will have the opportunity to reconnect with the SSP International community while exploring one of the nation's most vibrant regions.

Weekend Registration Includes

Exclusive tour of MilliporeSigma (BioReliance)
Friday Welcome Mixer with complimentary drink tickets
Saturday Alumni Research Presentations
Admission to the SSP International Awards Gala beneath Space Shuttle Discovery at the Smithsonian's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Hosted Sunday breakfast
Sunday Alumni Panel
Networking with alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends throughout the weekend

Weekend Schedule

Friday, November 6

MilliporeSigma (BioReliance) Tour

3:00–5:00 PM

MilliporeSigma (BioReliance)
9820 Darrenstown Road
Rockville, MD 20850

Kick off the weekend with an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to MilliporeSigma's BioReliance campus. The afternoon will include:

Welcome and company overview from leadership
Guided site tour
Panel discussion with MilliporeSigma employees
Opportunities for networking and Q&A

Alumni Welcome Mixer

7:00–9:00 PM

AKB, a Hotel Bar at Archer Hotel Tysons
7599 Colshire Drive
Tysons, VA 22102

Reconnect with fellow alumni and meet new members of the SSP community over light refreshments. Complimentary drink tickets will be provided to registered attendees.

Saturday, November 7

Suggested Breakfast & Local Exploration

Enjoy breakfast at one of Tysons' many local cafés or take time to explore the surrounding area before afternoon programming.

Alumni Research Presentations

1:00–4:00 PM

McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Avenue
McLean, VA 22101

Hear from fellow alumni as they share their research and professional work.

Discussion topics coming soon.

SSP International Awards Gala

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway
Chantilly, VA 20151

Early Access Reception: 6:30 PM (Early Access ticket required)

All Access Admission: 7:00 PM

Event concludes: 10:00 PM

Celebrate the achievements of the SSP community beneath Space Shuttle Discovery with an evening of dinner, awards, and connection.

Sunday, November 8

The Watermark Hotel
1825 Capital One Drive South
Tysons, VA 22102

Hosted Breakfast

8:00–9:00 AM

Enjoy one final opportunity to connect with fellow attendees before closing programming begins.

Alumni Panel

9:00–11:00 AM

Join alumni for a panel discussion highlighting diverse career paths, experiences, and perspectives.

Discussion topics coming soon.

Shared Horizons (TEST)

SSP International Annual Gathering Weekend

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