AN EVENING CHAMPIONING CAREER EDUCATION IN ORANGE COUNTY

Join us for an unforgettable evening where you’ll witness the incredible talents of our students as they take on roles as presenters, photographers, musicians, decorators, and more. Celebrate with us as we honor the top Student, Educator, and Business of the Year Changemakers in Orange County, recognizing their exceptional contributions to empowering futures.

Be part of a transformative experience where your attendance not only fuels progress but also fosters connections that drive change. Get ready to be inspired and amazed by the passion and creativity of our students!

Cocktail Attire, dress in your Vintage/Old Vegas Best!

Learn more about this event at:  Empowering Futures 2025 - Vital Link    
Register (buy tickets) and sponsorships at:  Empowering Futures – Our Charity

Tickets are $95 per person until August 31, then $125 starting September 1st.

Vital Link is dedicated to preparing students for their future careers through experiential hands-on learning opportunities in the world of robotics, engineering, manufacturing, healthcare and medical, computer programming, digital media arts, automotive technology and more.

OSSC Fellows Donn Silberman and others have volunteered with Vital Link for many years sharing their knowledge of optics and related fields.

Volunteer for Vital Link Programs in Orange County

Visit Vital Link to learn more upcoming events.

College & Career Events

Explore the role of apprenticeships in shaping the future workforce.
This event is an excellent opportunity to connect with industry leaders, ask your questions, and build relationships over a delicious breakfast.

OSSC Members are Invited

Learn about Registered Apprenticeships

Vital Link is at the forefront of helping companies and individuals learn about and implement apprenticeship programs.

You can learn more about apprenticeship programs on their website at:

Apprenticeships   

OSSC Corporate Members and Website Sponsors can request information directly from Vital Link by using their on-line form:

Apprenticeship Interest Form


In December 2023, Vital Link co-hosted a special workshop on apprenticeships.  You can see the slides by clicking on the image below.

Past Outreach Events

Outreach Photo Albums          More Photos

Homemade Integrating Sphere

Children study the LED integrating sphere designed and fabricated out of a spherical cake pan by Mark Helmlinger.  LED Integrating Spheres, fabricated by Mark, are available from the OSSC at a nominal cost. You can also build your own integrating sphere. 

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