This week we’re taking a look at an approach to science topics rather than a specific topic. The theme this week is STEAM: Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, and Math. Artistic expression is a powerful way to engage students in science. The activities we have today let you draw, paint, and tell stories while learning science…
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Your brain will be all abuzz with Insects
They’re everywhere! Insects are our neighbors just about everywhere on Earth and they’re pretty interesting neighbors. This week we’ll be looking at what makes an insect and what sort of lives they live. If you’ve ever wanted to practice being a bug or wanted to go on a safari in your backyard, then this is…
Scientist's Interest and Careers: Cassidy!
Hello! My name is Cassidy Miles. I use pronouns she, her, and hers. I identify as queer and I am 30 years old. My hobbies are picking up trash while walking my dog and roller skating! I am currently finishing up graduate school at Western Illinois University for my Master’s in Biology. Important classes I…
Take Out the Papers and the Trash...Sustainably
Everyone you knew, know, and will know lives on Earth: our home. One of the reasons we are staying home these days is to protect the people we know. But how do we protect the home we all share? In this week’s activities students will open their eyes and minds to observe a small area…
STEM Center Guest Speaker Dr. Ebony McGee
The SIUE STEM Center invites all our campus communities to attend the upcoming speaker event. Dr. Ebony McGee, associate professor of diversity and STEM education at Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College, will be discussing her research on how racialized experiences and racial stereotypes adversely affect the education and career trajectories of underrepresented groups of color. In…