Networking in the time of Coronavirus: Virtual Informational Interviewing – August 6, 2020
Strengthen your professional network and learn strategies on how to gain insight on companies of interest. Date: Thursday, August 6 Time: 11 am – 12 noon REGISTRATION Learn how to network effectively, and develop and strengthen your professional network during the time of social distancing. Participants will learn strategies to identify, persuade, and gain insight […]
K-12 Live Science Presents Science in the Sky – July 31, 2020
The K-12 Education office invites Berkeley Lab employees and their families to join us in a live science demonstration and activity. On Friday, July 31 at 2 p.m., learn about atmospheric science and engage in a community science activity. Check out our website for more live science events. Composting is a great way to improve […]
Summer STEM Series for High Schoolers – July 24 & 31
The Lab’s K-12 Education and Outreach office is hosting a summer seminar series for high school students on STEM careers. The first panel, on July 10 at 10 a.m., will focus on science communication. Encourage your kids, as well as family and friends with children in high school, to participate. REGISTRATION Each week, researchers and […]
Live Science: Sustainability & Soil Science – July 10, 2020
The K-12 Education office invites Lab employees and their families to join a live science demonstration and activity on Friday, July 10, at 2 p.m. Learn about soil science and get tips on how to upgrade your home composting systems. Check out our website for more live science events. Composting is a great way to […]
Webinar on Raising Racially Conscious Kids – June 25, 2020
Raising Anti-Racist Kids: What to Say and Do Bright Horizons is holding a discussion on June 25 at noon to help parents initiate conversations with young children on race. There will be tips on answering tough questions, taking actions to lay the groundwork for change, and impacting the kind of person their children become. REGISTER>>
Be a Mentor for Berkeley Community Scholars
Berkeley Community Scholars, a nonprofit that helps Berkeley High School graduates from low-income families go to college, is seeking STEM mentors. Want to learn more? Submit a mentor interest form by Friday, June 12. Mentor a Scholar Our mentoring program provides a sustained, community-based network of personal support, information and resources to BCS High Hopes […]
‘Live Science’ Presentation on the ALS – June 19, 2020
Ever wonder what goes on within Berkeley Lab’s iconic dome building? The Lab’s particle accelerator supports research in a wide variety of fields. In this episode, airing Friday, June 19, at 2 p.m., we’ll build a crystal together and learn how x-ray crystallography is used to examine structures. All webinar links can be found at […]
Share Your Passion: Be A ‘Live Science’ Presenter
Throughout the summer, the Lab’s K-12 office is hosting live science webinars for employees and their families, and the community. Consider presenting your research, hobby, or other activity you enjoy during future episodes in the series. Sign up here! Live Science is a virtual series in which researchers at Berkeley Lab share their work and […]
Volunteers Sought for SAGE-S Virtual STEM Camp
In partnership with SLAC National Laboratory, we will be hosting a one week virtual summer camp for 105 girls from August 2 through August 7. Both National Laboratories have been working hard to develop engaging talks, projects, and professional growth workshops for the participants to take part in. We are now soliciting additional volunteers to operate as group guides, facilitate activities, and/or participate […]
Berkeley Lab Director’s Apprenticeship Program: Call for Volunteers
BLDAP is a summer high school program for underrepresented minorities in STEM to develop research and coding skills, receive career guidance, and form a STEM network. The virtual program will take place from July 6 – 30. Read about the program, volunteer roles, and how to sign up. The Berkeley Lab Director’s Apprenticeship Program (BLDAP) […]
