The Mid-Michigan chapter of Graduate Women in Science invites you and your students to attend our 2024 Girls Math and Science Day!
This event is an opportunity for middle school students to work with enthusiastic and knowledgeable scientists at MSU to experience a variety of science fields through activities and demonstrations. Some examples of our past activities include learning to code, extracting DNA from fruit, and using math to study butterflies. We will have:
Elizabeth Heath-Heckman, PhD
Keynote speaker
Assistant Professor in the Depts of Integrative Biology and Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at MSU
Julia Louisignau, M.S.
Guest speaker
Registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and Academic Coordinator for the Master of Science Dietetic Internship at MSU
20-min STEM demonstrations
Each student will choose two from: Biology, Math, Chemistry and Physics
Scavenger hunt
Compete for prizes!
STEM fair-like session
With more than 15 tables to be explored
Goodie bag give away,
Ice-cream social,
and more!
The 2024 GMSD is hosted by:
Mid-Michigan Chapter of Graduate Women in Science at MSU
&
MSU Science Festival
Volunteer and Presenters Information:
We have reached our capacity for volunteers and presenters!
Please, email us at gmsd.gwis.msu@gmail.com if you'd like to be contacted for next year's event.
GMSD Committee Chairs
Emily Bolger
Jamily Lorena
PhD Student
Department of Integrative Biology,
Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Program
Organizing volunteers
Things to keep in mind:
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Farm lane bridge is closed for cars, avoid the construction area and pay attention to detour signs.
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Parking is free for visitors on the weekends. Please see the map below for suggested visitor parkings lots close to the STEM building (39, 62 and 79). For more info click here.