Virtual STEM Fair: Celebrate National Public Health Week April 8, 2025

Power Wellness Through STEM

Mark your calendars for April 8th and enter an exciting world where science meets public health! This isn’t just any STEM fair—it’s a high-energy exploration of the science that powers healthy, vibrant communities. Whether you’re looking to dive into hands-on STEM activities, hear from groundbreaking professionals in public health, or see the impact of health sciences in action, this is the place to be! Don’t miss the chance to connect, create, and spark a new passion for the science that keeps us thriving. Let’s make National Public Health Week unforgettable together!

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Gee Whiz! How Big Are You Really?

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How do you know how big (or small) something is just by looking at a picture? Let's examine images of earth science themes as we use observation skills and mathematical reasoning to develop concepts of scale, proportion, and quantity.

Speaker: Michael Comer

walkSTEM Anywhere and Anytime!

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Promote math, science, STEM, and STEAM education to all children. talkSTEM’s mission, founded by Dr. Koshi Dhingra, is to make Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) learning engaging for all learners. talkSTEM’s approach centers on using place-based learning strategies so that students see the relevance of STEM in their local communities and environments. TalkSTEM takes educators and learners on "STEM walks" in different settings using videos. In addition, instructional guides can be downloaded so your students can make their own STEM walks! We foster student engagement by sharing free resources for all educators who shape learning in K-12 students—both in and out of school.

Speaker: Willa Barnett and Andrew Moorhead

Using the Waves from Earthquakes to See Inside Our Planet

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Professor Wysession, at Washington University in St. Louis will show how he uses the seismic waves from large earthquakes to make pictures of the Earth’s deep interior, like a medical X-ray or CT scan. He will talk about traveling to places like Minnesota and Madagascar to install seismometers to learn why some volcanoes erupt where they do and piece together the ancient history of the tectonic motions of the continents.

Speaker: Michael Wysession

Energy Resources and Electrification: Powering Our Earth—A Journey Through Earth Science

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Join Scarlett Luis on an electrifying journey as we explore how energy powers our world and connects to the wonders of Earth Science! Discover the magic of renewable resources and the mystery of the electric grid, and learn how you can help protect our planet. Get ready for a fun, interactive adventure that will spark your curiosity and light up your imagination!

Speaker: Scarlett Luis

The Neat Stuff Under Your Feet: How Rock Cores and Fossils Help Us Understand the Geologic Past

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There used to be a sea here!? We used to live in a tropical rainforest?! Learn how fossils and rock cores help us understand how our landscape has changed over time

Speaker: Jessi Wilcox

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Countdown to National STEM Day on
November 8, 2025

Kick off the celebration early with Virtual STEM Fair Day! Get ready to ignite your passion for discovery on November 3rd as we launch into a week-long celebration leading up to National STEM Day on November 8th! Join us for an action-packed day of virtual workshops and interactive sessions designed to spark curiosity and showcase the amazing world of STEM. From budding scientists to seasoned educators, everyone is welcome to connect, explore, and dive into hands-on activities that make science, technology, engineering, and math come alive. Let’s get inspired and celebrate the wonders of STEM together!

From Concept to Creation: The STEM of Everyday Innovations November 3, 2025

Dive into the science behind everyday inventions, giving a practical look at how STEM shapes our lives, from gadgets to food science.

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