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2025 |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
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Whitaker Hall 225 |
Join us for coffee and conversations |
Join us for coffee & conversations. February 6, 2025 from 9-10:00 am. Whitaker Hall
second floor balcony. |
| 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
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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
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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 |
Join us for Coffee & Conversations. May 1st from 9:00am to 10:00am. |
| Research Poster Workshop |
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2024 |
12:00 pm - 1:00pm |
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Cohen 247 |
Learn tips & tricks on how to make an attractive and effective research poster with
the office of Scholarly Innovation & Student Research (SISR) |
Research Poster Workshop. Learn tips and tricks on how to make an attractive and effective
research poster! November 18th 12p-1p in Cohen 247 |
| STEMinar |
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11 |
2024 |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
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6 |
Whitaker Hall 101 |
Showcasing STEM research from the FGCU community and abroad
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Whitaker Center Fall 2024 Steminar Series is a meaningless world easier to destroy?
low meaningful world belief predicts violent extremism. wednesday november 20 2024
3 to 4 pm whitaker hall 101 refreshments will be provided daniel w snook phd assistant
professor of experimental psychology department of psychology florida gulf coast university |
| STEMinar |
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12 |
2024 |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
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6 |
Whitaker Hall 101 |
Showcasing STEM research from the FGCU community and abroad |
Whitaker Center Fall 2024 STEMinar Series You Spin Me Right Round: Stellar Rotation,
Activity, And Planetary Habitability Dr. Buzasi will be giving an amazing talk on
the efforts to understand stellar rotation and its coupling with stellar magnetic
field strength and morphology,s tellar activity, and exoplanet habitability. Join
us in wishing Dr. Buzasi the best on his newest adventure at the University of Chicago
Wednesday December 4th 2024 3 to 4 PM Whitaker Hall 101 Refreshments will be provided
Derek Buzasi, PhD Whitaker Eminent Scholar Department of Physics Florida Gulf Coast
Univeristy |
| SunChase |
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04 |
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!
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 Center |
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. |
| SRO |
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2024 |
8:30 am - 1:30 pm |
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12 |
Emergent Technologies Institute |
For over a decade, the Whitaker Center for STEM Education has sponsored a two week
event for middle school students interested in STEM. They must prepare an application to
be chosen to participate in a Summer Research Opportunity at Florida Gulf Coast University.
SRO offers a hands-on experience of collaboration on a complete and genuine research
problem from hypothesis generation and initial design, through field and laboratory
data collection, culminating in data analysis and interpretation. The SRO program
is staffed by FGCU faculty and Student Assistants and takes place each summer.
Your school is neither endorsing nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views
of FGCU.
Learn more about SRO
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FGCU SRO Summer Research Opportunity for middle school scientists sponsered by the
Daitch Family Foundation. July 1-5 & 8-12, 2024 (off july 4) 8:30-1:30pm Monday-Friday
at FGCU. Skeletal Stories: Retelling History Through the Study of Bones. Regional
Science fair participants and STEM-interested students are invited to join us for
this special two-week event with forensic anthropologist Dr. Heather Walsh-Haney and
her amazing team! Students will research real cases through the student of bones!
They will: explore and test forensic methods of metric and non-metric analysis, use
3D scanning technologies to create and test the accurancy of casted models and compare
the models to actual bones, present their findings to forensic experts, then discuss
the strengths and limitations of using models in forensic investigations. Click here
to register! https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/sro_app for additional information,
please call 239-590-7444 or email whitakercenter@fgcu.edu your school is neither endorsing
nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views of FGCU |
| SRO |
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07 |
2024 |
8:30 am - 1:30 pm |
1 |
12 |
Emergent Technologies Institute |
For over a decade, the Whitaker Center for STEM Education has sponsored a two week
event for middle school students interested in STEM. They must prepare an application to
be chosen to participate in a Summer Research Opportunity at Florida Gulf Coast University.
SRO offers a hands-on experience of collaboration on a complete and genuine research
problem from hypothesis generation and initial design, through field and laboratory
data collection, culminating in data analysis and interpretation. The SRO program
is staffed by FGCU faculty and Student Assistants and takes place each summer.
Your school is neither endorsing nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views
of FGCU.
Learn more about SRO
|
FGCU SRO Summer Research Opportunity for middle school scientists sponsered by the
Daitch Family Foundation. July 1-5 & 8-12, 2024 (off july 4) 8:30-1:30pm Monday-Friday
at FGCU. Skeletal Stories: Retelling History Through the Study of Bones. Regional
Science fair participants and STEM-interested students are invited to join us for
this special two-week event with forensic anthropologist Dr. Heather Walsh-Haney and
her amazing team! Students will research real cases through the student of bones!
They will: explore and test forensic methods of metric and non-metric analysis, use
3D scanning technologies to create and test the accurancy of casted models and compare
the models to actual bones, present their findings to forensic experts, then discuss
the strengths and limitations of using models in forensic investigations. Click here
to register! https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/sro_app for additional information,
please call 239-590-7444 or email whitakercenter@fgcu.edu your school is neither endorsing
nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views of FGCU |
| SRO |
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07 |
2024 |
8:30 am - 1:30 pm |
5 |
12 |
Emergent Technologies Institute |
For over a decade, the Whitaker Center for STEM Education has sponsored a two week
event for middle school students interested in STEM. They must prepare an application to
be chosen to participate in a Summer Research Opportunity at Florida Gulf Coast University.
SRO offers a hands-on experience of collaboration on a complete and genuine research
problem from hypothesis generation and initial design, through field and laboratory
data collection, culminating in data analysis and interpretation. The SRO program
is staffed by FGCU faculty and Student Assistants and takes place each summer.
Your school is neither endorsing nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views
of FGCU.
Learn more about SRO
|
FGCU SRO Summer Research Opportunity for middle school scientists sponsered by the
Daitch Family Foundation. July 1-5 & 8-12, 2024 (off july 4) 8:30-1:30pm Monday-Friday
at FGCU. Skeletal Stories: Retelling History Through the Study of Bones. Regional
Science fair participants and STEM-interested students are invited to join us for
this special two-week event with forensic anthropologist Dr. Heather Walsh-Haney and
her amazing team! Students will research real cases through the student of bones!
They will: explore and test forensic methods of metric and non-metric analysis, use
3D scanning technologies to create and test the accurancy of casted models and compare
the models to actual bones, present their findings to forensic experts, then discuss
the strengths and limitations of using models in forensic investigations. Click here
to register! https://fgcu.formstack.com/forms/sro_app for additional information,
please call 239-590-7444 or email whitakercenter@fgcu.edu your school is neither endorsing
nor sponsoring this event nor endorsing the views of FGCU |
| 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 Center 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 Center 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 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. Questions? Contact Dr. Jessie Marcolini
at jpmarcolini@fgcu.edu. In partnership with the Convervancy of Southweat Florida,
STEM Institute, and FGCU Whitaker Center 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 Center 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 Center 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
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 Center 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 Center 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. |
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. Questions? Contact Dr. Jessie Marcolini
at jpmarcolini@fgcu.edu. In partnership with the Convervancy of Southweat Florida,
STEM Institute, and FGCU Whitaker Center for STEM Education with generous support
from Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation. |
