| STEM Perks |
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2025 |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Whitaker Hall 225 |
Join us for coffee and conversations
Funding for this program was provided through the Whitaker Eminent Scholar Chair in
Science Endowment. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed
in this program do not constitute an endorsement on behalf of FGCU. |
Join us for Coffee & Conversations. It's National Oreo day! March 13th, 2025 From
9-10 am Whitaker Hall 225. |
| STEM Perks |
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2025 |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Whitaker Hall 225 |
Join us for coffee and conversations
Funding for this program was provided through the Whitaker Eminent Scholar Chair in
Science Endowment. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed
in this program do not constitute an endorsement on behalf of FGCU. |
Celebrate National Find a Rainbow Day! Join us for Coffee & Conversations. April 3,
2025 From 9-10 am Whitaker Hall 225. |
| STEM Perks |
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2025 |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Whitaker Hall 225 |
Join us for coffee and conversations
Funding for this program was provided through the Whitaker Eminent Scholar Chair in
Science Endowment. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed
in this program do not constitute an endorsement on behalf of FGCU.
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Join us for Coffee & Conversations. May 1st from 9:00am to 10:00am. |
| SunChase |
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2025 |
11:00 am - 2:30 pm |
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FGCU Campus Loop |
In 2013 Dr. Joe Simmons, the first Backe Chair for Renewable Energy at FGCU, had a
vision to develop area high school student interest in engineering and renewable energy
technologies through a solar go-kart competition held on campus. Since that first
year the FGCU Faculty, Students, and Staff have worked hard to host and promote this
event, and we hope to continue to work with each of you to continue to improve SunChase
every year!
Want to volunteer?
Various shifts are available:
1st shift: 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
2nd shift: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
3rd shift: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Use the link to sign up for the shift that works for you: https://signup.com/go/GLZvRuT
Learn more about SunChase!
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Sunchase Solar go-kart race. Save the Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:30
PM For more info visit: https://www.fgcu.edu/cas/centers/ whitaker/ |
| GEMS |
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02 |
2025 |
9:00 am - 12:30 pm |
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Whitaker Institute |
Girls in Engineering, Math and Science (GEMS) is a hands-on program dedicated to promoting
science education for all regional middle school students by enthusiastic professionals
and undergraduates as facilitators and role models in a supportive environment. GEMS
provides a launching pad to develop an early interest in engineering, math, and science
as an impetus to higher education and highly-skilled careers. Previous activities
have included bioengineering, chemistry, biological science, biotechnology, forensics,
astronomy, math, civil engineering and environmental science.
Learn more about GEMS!
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Come join us for our GEMS event! February 22nd from 9:00am to 12:30pm. Check-in is
from 8:30am to 9:00am This is an event for all middle school students to engage in
hands on activities revolving around Engineering, Math, and Science! More information
provided upon registration. |
| STEM Institute |
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2025 |
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At the Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers Workshop for K-12 educators, participants
will be immersed in the research-based practice of writing and facilitating engaging
inquiry-based STEM activities focusing on the SW Florida environment. Inquiry-based
pedagogies have been shown to improve student engagement, comprehension, and retention.
The workshop infuses technology into the week and incorporates field instruction.
FGCU faculty from the College of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences and
Conservancy Staff bring a balance of expertise to you during the workshop week.
The Whitaker Institute for STEM Education at FGCU takes a systemic approach to enhancing
and reforming STEM education by providing professional development opportunities for
K-12 educators, conducting research in STEM teaching and learning, developing innovative
curricula, resources, and materials, developing and supporting programs for students,
and building strong community partnerships.
The Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers workshops are developed through collaboration
between the Conservancy of Southwest Florida education staff, Whitaker Institute FGCU
faculty associates, Vester Marine Field Station, and Lehigh Elementary STEM faculty.
The Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers connects real-world environmental research
with evidence-based, hands-on instruction.
Since 2013, the STEM Institute has worked with over 200 K-12 teachers from the five
county area and beyond!
Summer camps are also offered at the Conservancy. Your child/children could experience
the wildlife of southwest Florida through outdoor adventures, field trips, and nature
discoveries, all while you attend our workshop.
Learn more about STEM Institute
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STEM Institute for K through 12 Teachers. SAVE THE DATE! JUNE 16th through 20th OR
JULY 7th through 11th. Teachers will learn to develop fun and engaging STEM curricula.
incorporate cooperative learning and inquiry-based 5E lessons, integrate STEM tools
into the classroom, improve student comprehension and retention, incorporate field
experiences in scientific practices such as data collection, sustain the workshop
experience through STEM lesson development and professional conference experiences,
make STEM accessible to ALL learners. More Info: Held at the Conservancy of Southwest
Florida & Florida Gulf Coast University, lunch provided daily, transportation reimbursed
up to $500, master in-service/professional development points available, upon successful
completion participants receive $1,000 for classroom supplies and equipment. APPLY
TODAY! Scan the QR code or click the link. Applications are due by April 15th. Selected
applicants will be notified in early May. In partnership with the Conservancy of Southwest
Florida, STEM Institute, and FGCU Whitaker Institute for STEM Education with generous
support from Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation. |
| STEM Institute |
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2025 |
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At the Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers Workshop for K-12 educators, participants
will be immersed in the research-based practice of writing and facilitating engaging
inquiry-based STEM activities focusing on the SW Florida environment. Inquiry-based
pedagogies have been shown to improve student engagement, comprehension, and retention.
The workshop infuses technology into the week and incorporates field instruction.
FGCU faculty from the College of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences and
Conservancy Staff bring a balance of expertise to you during the workshop week.
The Whitaker Institute for STEM Education at FGCU takes a systemic approach to enhancing
and reforming STEM education by providing professional development opportunities for
K-12 educators, conducting research in STEM teaching and learning, developing innovative
curricula, resources, and materials, developing and supporting programs for students,
and building strong community partnerships.
The Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers workshops are developed through collaboration
between the Conservancy of Southwest Florida education staff, Whitaker Institute FGCU
faculty associates, Vester Marine Field Station, and Lehigh Elementary STEM faculty.
The Schulze Summer STEM Institute for Teachers connects real-world environmental research
with evidence-based, hands-on instruction.
Since 2013, the STEM Institute has worked with over 200 K-12 teachers from the five
county area and beyond!
Summer camps are also offered at the Conservancy. Your child/children could experience
the wildlife of southwest Florida through outdoor adventures, field trips, and nature
discoveries, all while you attend our workshop.
Learn more about STEM Institute
|
STEM Institute for K through 12 Teachers. SAVE THE DATE! JUNE 16th through 20th OR
JULY 7th through 11th. Teachers will lean to develop fun and engaging STEM curricula.
incorporate cooperative learning and inquiry-based 5E lessons, integrate STEM tools
into the classroom, improve student comprehension and retention, incorporate field
experiences in scientific practices such as data collection, sustain the workshop
experience through STEM lesson development and professional conference experiences,
make STEM accessible to ALL learners. More Info: Held at the Conservancy of Southwest
Florida & Florida Gulf Coast University, lunch provided daily, transportation reimbursed
up to $500, master in-service/professional development points available, upon successful
completion participants receive $1,000 for classroom supplies and equipment. APPLY
TODAY! Scan the QR code or click the link. Applications are due by April 15th. Selected
applicants will be notified in early May. In partnership with the Conservancy of Southwest
Florida, STEM Institute, and FGCU Whitaker Institute for STEM Education with generous
support from Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation. |
