TAPS Q2 Planning Summit
Mar
7

TAPS Q2 Planning Summit

Join us for our T.A.P.S. Planning Summit as we strategically map out the vision and direction of our organization for the year ahead. This collaborative session will focus on strengthening our impact through thoughtful discussion around programming, recruitment, partnerships, and governance. Your voice matters—come ready to share ideas, align priorities, and help shape the future of T.A.P.S.

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TAPS General Body Meeting
Mar
26

TAPS General Body Meeting

Join us for the TAPS General Body Meeting, held on the last Thursday of every other month from 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow STEM professionals, stay informed on upcoming initiatives, develop professionally, and contribute to the growth and impact of our organization. Whether you're a long-time member or new to the TAPS community, your voice and participation matters. RSVP and come ready to engage, collaborate, and build together!

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TAP IN Happy Hour
Apr
30

TAP IN Happy Hour

Join the T.A.P.S. for our April TAP-IN Happy Hour! Celebrate community, culture, and connection with fellow STEM professionals in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking to expand your network, reconnect with colleagues, or simply unwind after work, this is the perfect space to tap in and build meaningful relationships.

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TAPS General Body Meeting
May
28

TAPS General Body Meeting

Join us for the TAPS General Body Meeting, held on the last Thursday of every other month from 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM! This is your opportunity to connect with fellow STEM professionals, stay informed on upcoming initiatives, develop professionally, and contribute to the growth and impact of our organization. Whether you're a long-time member or new to the TAPS community, your voice and participation matters. RSVP and come ready to engage, collaborate, and build together

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Annual T.A.P.S. Family BBQ - Juneteenth Edition
Jun
13

Annual T.A.P.S. Family BBQ - Juneteenth Edition

Get ready for food, fun, and friendly competition at the Annual TAPS Family BBQ!

Join us as we celebrate freedom, culture, and community with great music, delicious food, and activities for the whole family. Don’t miss our exciting Battle of the Majors, where different majors go head-to-head in games and challenges to claim bragging rights and ultimate victory. Bring your energy, your appetite, and your major pride.

It’s time to show up and show out the TAPS way!

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TAP IN Happy Hour - BHM Edition!
Feb
26

TAP IN Happy Hour - BHM Edition!

Join the T.A.P.S. for our Black History Month edition of the TAP-IN Happy Hour!

Celebrate community, culture, and connection with fellow STEM professionals in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking to expand your network, reconnect with colleagues, or simply unwind after work, this is the perfect space to tap in and build meaningful relationships.

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Black Women in STEM Brunch - UConn NSBE
Feb
21

Black Women in STEM Brunch - UConn NSBE

Join UConn NSBE for a fabulous brunch celebrating the brilliance and beauty of Black women in STEM. A celebration of Black women in STEM with a brunch, speeches, and mingling.

The brunch will take place in the Student Union Ballroom from 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM and will feature food, drinks, inspiring guest speakers, networking opportunities, and more. Dress attire is business or business-casual. Come mingle, connect, and have some fun as we uplift and honor Black women in STEM!

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2026 Organization Planning Summit Q1
Jan
10

2026 Organization Planning Summit Q1

Join the Executive Committee team for our T.A.P.S. Planning Summit as we strategically map out the vision and direction of our organization for the year ahead. This collaborative session will focus on strengthening our impact through thoughtful discussion around programming, recruitment, partnerships, and governance. Your voice matters! Come ready to share ideas, align priorities, and help shape the future of T.A.P.S. !

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Annual T.A.P.S. Family BBQ
Jun
15

Annual T.A.P.S. Family BBQ

Get your tickets for the Juneteenth BBQ this coming Sunday June 15th!

This year's event is a special Juneteenth Edition, so come ready for a fantastic time of fellowship and delicious food. Our menu will feature BBQ Chicken, Fried Fish, Macaroni & Cheese, and more tasty options! All you need to bring are your good vibes and your competitive spirit for the Battle of the Majors, the Spades Tournament, and other fun BBQ games. Feel free to bring your friends, family, and significant others along. Also, you are welcome to BYOB.

We're excited to celebrate culture and 35 years serving the community with you!

All attending fathers will receive a special treat!

Event Ticket Cost/pp: $15 (+Processing Fees)

Location: J.B.Williams Park & Pavilion , Glastonbury CT

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Impact Event - Newington High School
May
21

Impact Event - Newington High School

Join T.A.P.S. at Newington High School for a student Lunch & Learn. Our goal is to share the joys and flexibility starting a career in engineering and technology can offer someone in life. Volunteers are needed to assist with panel discussions, presentations, and activities. A limited number of volunteers will be allowed in and must be vetted by the organization. If you are interested please use the volunteer form linked !

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May General Body Meeting
May
19

May General Body Meeting

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for May 19th at 6pm for our May General Body Meeting! Our topic for the month of May will be:

The Afro Technical Community: Intact & Impactful!

In this meeting we will focus on the importance of community strength, engagement and empowering excellence for technical professionals of color within a sector that is being heavily influenced by political divisiveness.

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TAP IN MAY 2025
May
15

TAP IN MAY 2025

Tap In with T.A.P.S. at …..The Real Arts Ways

Come join us May 15th at 6pm for a night of creativity!

There will be live music, food trucks, custom cocktails, hands-on art-making activities, and exhibitions to view.

Come ready to be artistically inspired or admire & mingle!


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Paint with T.A.P.S - Woman's History Month Celebration
Mar
25

Paint with T.A.P.S - Woman's History Month Celebration

It’s Ladies Night! Celebrate Women's History Month with your favorite network of Afro-Technical Professionals! This event will take place at a local paint-and-sip bar in Hartford County (location to be disclosed to registered participants). Food and beverages will be available at the location for purchase.

The cost of tickets are $45 plus applicable processing fees.

Note: All proceeds from events are used to fund the T.A.P.S. operations and programming including youth STEM programs, community outreach, and professional development.

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December General Body Meeting
Dec
16

December General Body Meeting

Our December GBM will focus on career planning for success! With all of the change happening in this world, its time we take control of our own career progression.

We also will be highlighting the progress we have made as an organization thus far. Come and see what your membership has done for the community!

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Bold in Gold
Nov
15

Bold in Gold

In honor of NSBE’s 50th Anniversary, this “Wiz” themed happy hour will be a vibrant celebration of Black Technical Excellence.

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TAP IN HAPPY HOUR
May
31

TAP IN HAPPY HOUR

The "TAP- IN" happy hour is an opportunity to meet more STEM professionals of Afro decent, fellowship, and learn more about the T.A.P.S organization.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/TAPINMAY2024

Location: Fish N Tingz - Manchester CT

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General Body Meeting
Mar
25

General Body Meeting

Join us for our March General Body Meeting!

This meetings special topic comes via member request :

Personalities & Performance - Understanding the Impact of Who Shows Up Each Day

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