Lab Participates in DOE STEM CON Event in Chicago
The Lab’s K-12 program participated in STEM CON, an outreach event to showcase AI research at national labs. Visitors stopped by interactive booths to learn about virtual reality, computer programming, and data visualization. The event was part of the InnovationXLab AI Summit in Chicago this week. More Details>>
Physicists Sought for LHS Exhibit
The Lawrence Hall of Science is looking for physicists interested in inspiring young people and helping them think about careers in STEM. Scientists will have their pictures and biographies included in a traveling exhibit focused on teaching fundamental physics principles to students grades K-8. Click here to volunteer.
Sept. 27 Training for K-12 Outreach
Employees interested in demonstrating science in local classrooms are invited to attend one of two trainings on Friday, Sept. 27, one at 9 a.m. and the other at 1 p.m. The sessions will cover specific science topics, communication, and classroom management. More information and registration >>
WD&E Hosts Sept. 26 Mentor Appreciation Event
Workforce Development & Education will host its annual mentor recognition event on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 3:30 p.m. in the cafeteria dining hall. The event honors the Lab’s outstanding mentors and STEM partners and highlights accomplishments from the past year. Date: September 26, 2019 Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Location: Berkeley Lab Cafeteria (Building 54) […]
Employees Help Raise Lab Awareness at Solano Stroll
Last Sunday, more than 25 employees volunteered at Berkeley Lab’s booth at the Solano Stroll, the largest street festival in the East Bay. Hundreds of visitors stopped by the booth to learn about the Lab and interact with hands on activities. More pictures>>
Military Veterans Learn Job Hunting Skills at Lab
Forty veterans and underrepresented youth spent Monday at the Lab as part of the fifth annual Veterans’ Day on the Job program where they learned job-hunting skills such as resume writing and interview tips. The participants are part of NPower, a national program that assists military veterans, their spouses, and underrepresented youth with developing new […]
Volunteers Sought for STEM Day at Fairyland – September 20th
Help facilitate STEM activities with kids ages 1 through 7 during the 4th annual STEM @ Fairyland on Friday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers will teach participants how to make great observations and be a good scientist. Training will take place before the event. Click to register.
Volunteers Sought for K-12 STEM Activities
With students now returning to school, the Lab’s K-12 office is looking for volunteers to work with high schoolers visiting the Lab, and bring STEM activities into local elementary and middle school classrooms. Click for more information and to sign up for the K-12 newsletter.
Getting Teens Hooked on STEM
Lessons learned from the successful summer internship program for high school students, iCLEM, are being shared in hopes of having it replicated at other labs. The program, now in its tenth year, has guided 95% of participants to college, with 80% of them majoring in a STEM field. More>>
Employees Help Out at Oakland Science Camp
Lab volunteers participated in the City of Oakland’s Summer Town Camp last week, leading campers in science-related, hands-on activities. The effort was organized by the Lab’s K-12 program. Click to view a photo feature of the science camp. More photos>>
