Seminar Series

When: Tuesdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m., twice a month
Where: Bldg 8. Room 8-302
or Join on Zoom
Questions? Contact Denise Hum at humd@smccd.edu

Many past Seminars are available on our YouTube channel.

The Science in Action Seminar Series is presented in partnership with the Skyline College Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Division, and the Math, Engineering, Science Achievement Program (MESA).

The seminar series is free and open to the public. Topics vary and are geared not only toward science, but to the entire college experience! We encourage all students to attend regardless of major. Attendance confirmation slips will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you're interested in presenting and attending the Science in Action Seminar Series, please contact Denise Hum.

Upcoming Sessions:

From Summer Project to AI Research

February 10, 2026 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.  | Meeting Link
Michael McKerns, PhD | Staff Scientist, Los Alamos National Laboratory

Michael McKerns, Ph.D. has been a staff scientist focused in the information sciences at New Mexico's Los Alamos National Laboratory since 2018.  He specializes in developing software that utilizes AI and machine learning in the optimization, and predictive modeling, of complex physical systems under uncertainty.  A VP and co-founder of the UQ Foundation, McKerns provides consultation to the energy, financial and technology markets.