Worcester State University will celebrate Mass STEM Week Oct. 19-23 with a host of interactive activities, student research presentations, career workshops, and free food.
The week’s events [1] kick off on Monday, Oct. 19 with “STEM Cafe,” a breakfast event, and continue through the week with fun activities like tie dye and “Robots in the Hallway.” STEM Week will culminate on Thursday and Friday with student research posters and a session for students to connect with STEM faculty and learn about research opportunities.
All events are open to students, faculty and staff.
Massachusetts STEM Week is an annual statewide event that takes place the third week of October, to boost the interest, awareness and ability of all students to see themselves in science, technology, engineering and mathematics opportunities. Young women, students of color, English language learners, and students with disabilities continue to be underrepresented in STEM fields, yet make up a larger percentage of the overall workforce.
Worcester State’s activities are organized by the Aisiku STEM Center, with faculty advisory board representation from the Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Earth, Environment, and Physics departments.
“MASS STEM Week is a tradition we are thrilled to continue at Worcester State, “ said Professor Nabin Malakar, director of the Aisiku STEM Center. “It gives our students a dynamic space to participate, present their research, and gain valuable insights into the many student-oriented programs the STEM Center provides- all while celebrating the incredible opportunities of STEM activities on our campus.”
Monday, October 19
- STEM Cafe | 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Science & Technology (ST) Third Floor Atrium
Kick off STEM Week with fresh coffee, bagels, pastries, tea, and breakfast bites. Learn about STEM Center programs and grab PAL tutoring schedules.
Tuesday, October 20
- WSU Teaching Garden Tour | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Across the street from Ghosh Building, 531 Chandler Street
- Reverse Tie-Dye T-Shirts & Cyanotyping | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Outside Ghosh Building (Rain Location: Ghosh First Floor Atrium) - Math Origami Stations | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Outside Ghosh Building (Rain Location: Ghosh First Floor Atrium)
Wednesday, October 21
- Robots in the Hallway | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Ghosh Atrium - Solar Telescope & Sun Observations | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Outside Ghosh Building - Student Research Posters | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Ghosh Science & Technology (ST) 1st Floor Atrium - STEM Movie Screening: Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp & the Biotech Revolution | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Eager Auditorium (Sullivan 146)
Thursday, October 22
- What’s Your Exit Plan? Career Workshop | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: ST 422 - Anatomage Table Interactive Showcase | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: ST Room 203 - Student Research Posters | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Ghosh Science & Technology (ST) 1st Floor Atrium
Friday, October 23
- Research Day: How to Get Involved with Research | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Science & Technology (ST) Room 311
Discover campus research opportunities, connect with STEM faculty mentors, and scan QR codes to start your research journey!