Sessions of 2025 Summer Conference: Whitney Lennon
Lennon, Whitney
Education Program Director
Arizona Mining Association
Whitney Lennon is the Education Program Director for the Arizona Mining Association, where she is dedicated to promoting K-12 mining education, raising awareness about the mining industry, and developing career pathways for the workforce. Previously, she led community outreach initiatives for a copper-producing mining company with a focus on educational programs. In her free time, Whitney enjoys mountain biking and traveling with her significant other, Jason, and their furry companion, Suki.
Sessions:
Tour a Modern Mine: Unlock the Hidden Potential of Mining Careers
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ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center & Mine Tour
- Construction Science Technologies
- Engineering, Manufacturing
- Transportation Technologies
This session is off-site. Participants must provide own transportation and must wear tennis shoes or boots (closed toed, closed heel) to go on tour. Arizona's mining industry is vibrant - from operating cutting-edge heavy equipment to engineering groundbreaking solutions, from social media gurus to healthcare heroes! This operational mine tour is an unparalleled opportunity -see firsthand how copper is extracted, processed, and learn directly from industry experts how CTE education aligns with real-world mining operations. This session is being hosted by a conference exhibitor.
Dig Into Mining: Exploring Interactive Tools for Student Success
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Westin La Paloma
- Construction Science Technologies
- Transportation Technologies
- Welding
Participants will need to bring a laptop for this session. The world needs more miners. Explore how Freeport-McMoRan’s Dig Into Mining interactive program is supporting students across the country to embrace STEM and driving interest in the next generation of careers at the forefront of the green energy transition. In this session, we will: • Introduce Dig Into Mining’s interactive online resources • Discuss easy ways to integrate technology into classroom lessons while also learning about a local, cutting-edge industry • Learn about CTE careers *Presenter is an exhibitor.
Discover the Untapped Opportunities of Arizona's Mining Industry
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Westin La Paloma
- Construction Science Technologies
- Transportation Technologies
- Welding
This session is your opportunity to guide students toward exciting, high-paying careers in Arizona’s thriving mining industry! Explore over 200 diverse career paths, from mechanics to business, healthcare to digital media. Mining offers a unique blend of “local global” opportunities, hands-on training, apprenticeships, and above-average pay with generous benefits. Whether your students are still exploring their options or have already pinpointed their future careers - mining is a win-win choice that provides lifelong growth and opportunities. Please bring a phone for scanning qr codes and to use for career quiz. *Presenter is an exhibitor.
