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UNH STEM Lab hosts engineering ed workshop for elementary teachers
The workshop prepares teachers to use the Engineering Is Elementary (EIE) curriculum developed by the Museum of Science, Boston. READ MORE
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Brew-ha-ha over Damsel No Distress, crafted by a NH collaborative of lady brewmeisters
Damsel No Distress will be available for sale at the 603 Brewery tap room, located at 12 Liberty Dr, Unit 7, Londonderry, on March 22, 2018. READ MORE
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West High student’s solar research project takes flight
Can you imagine a Boeing 747 powered completely by solar panels? Manchester West High School sophomore Noah Orr could and wanted to figure out if it’s possible. Orr is participating in the STEM Discovery Lab’s Agnes Lindsay STEM Fellowship Program. As part of the program, Orr is conducting a research project with the support of his mentor, University of New Hampshire Manchester Biotechnology student Tina Minard.
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Role Models in Action: CodeIT Girls ignites interest in computer science
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about role models after reading a brief recently released by Google and Gallup on the role of encouragement in computer science (CS) education. According to the findings, girls are less likely than boys to see someone like themselves doing computer science, and interest in CS among girls also starts to wane as early as age 14. READ MORE
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UNH STEM Discovery Lab: Yeah, this STEM stuff is hot these days, and here’s why
It’s not difficult to see why STEM is hot. It’s a workforce development issue – and an equity issue. READ MORE
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City Year NH AmeriCorps members graduate after year of service in highest-need city schools
This year, 100 percent of principals reported that City Year AmeriCorps members serve as positive role models, and 93 percent also believe City Year’s presence has a great deal of positive impact on the overall school climate. READ MORE
