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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. STEM is designed to integrate STEM subjects and the art of design in the classroom. These programs aim to teach students to think critically and have an engineering or design approach towards real-world problems while building on their mathematics and science base.

Cass Tech High School To Get Field Trip To Detroit Grand Prix

DETROIT - Comerica Bank, in partnership with the Detroit Grand Prix, is surprising some lucky students at Cass Tech High School with a field trip to Belle Isle to get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience during Comerica Free Prix Day. The group of students from Cass Tech’s various STEM clubs, organizations and classes will receive the

By |2019-03-23T16:16:53-04:00March 23rd, 2019|STEM|
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7 Facts About STEM Workforce – STEM Workers Make 26 Percent More Than Average

WASHINGTON DC - Employment in science, technology, engineering and math occupations has grown 79% since 1990, from 9.7 million to 17.3 million, outpacing overall U.S. job growth. There’s no single standard for which jobs count as STEM, and this may contribute to a number of misperceptions about who works in STEM and the difference that

By |2019-03-14T21:18:36-04:00March 14th, 2019|STEM|
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Michigan Science Center Celebrates Women’s History Month With Free Admission

DETROIT - To celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, the Michigan Science Center will offer free general admission on March 17 from 12 - 5 p.m., courtesy Ford Motor Company Fund. The event will honor the extraordinary contributions of women in STEM. “As we recognize the many valuable contributions that women have made

By |2019-03-08T19:42:40-05:00March 8th, 2019|STEM|
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Lawrence Tech University’s Robofest Explained By Coordinator Palonis

ROYAL OAK - Lawrence Technological University's Shannan Palonis is the Coordinator of Robofest, a robotic competition for middle and high school students. LTU hosts the world finals in May. Scholarships are available for students who want to compete in the contest and attend LTU. More at https://robofest.net/ Shannon Palonis To listen, click on  https://soundcloud.com/mike-brennan-841872555/e163-ltus-robofest

By |2019-03-07T17:34:43-05:00March 7th, 2019|M2 TechCast, Podcasts, STEM|
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Michigan VEX Robotics State Championship Comes To MSU Feb. 24

EAST LANSING - The state’s largest ever Michigan VEX Robotics State Championship is headed to Jenison Field House at Michigan State University on Feb. 24. Around 500 of the state’s best young robotic minds will compete in two divisions during the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. tournament. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:15 a.m. The event

By |2019-02-18T20:33:56-05:00February 18th, 2019|STEM|
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Running An LED In Reverse Could Cool Future Computers

ANN ARBOR—In a finding that runs counter to a common assumption in physics, researchers at the University of Michigan ran a light emitting diode with electrodes reversed in order to cool another device mere nanometers away. The approach could lead to new solid-state cooling technology for future microprocessors, which will have so many transistors packed

By |2019-02-18T20:06:36-05:00February 18th, 2019|STEM|
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Hella Offering $10K Scholarships For College STEM Students – Deadline March 1

PLYMOUTH – Hella Corporate Center USA Inc., the North American headquarters of the German auto supplier Hella KGaA Hueck & Co., is now accepting applications for the Hella Scholars program. The deadline to apply is March 1. Launched in 2017, Hella Scholars receive $10,000 renewable scholarships, paid work experience, and, ultimately, career placements at Hella.

By |2019-02-13T11:54:08-05:00February 12th, 2019|ESD, Featured, STEM|
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Southeast Michigan STEM Summit At Oakland University

AUBURN HILLS - The Southeast Michigan STEM Summit on March 8 and 9 at Oakland University will focus on ensuring a STEM education conduit that provides access to rewarding and productive careers, and supports the promise of continued economic prosperity and growth across the region. The Southeast Michigan STEM Summit is designed to bring a

By |2019-02-10T13:30:46-05:00February 10th, 2019|STEM|
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BASF Partners With Michigan Science Center To Fund Kids’ Lab Programming

DETROIT – For the sixth consecutive year, BASF Corporation has partnered with the Michigan Science Center to deliver Kids’ Lab programming. Kids’ Lab is a BASF-branded hands-on science program tailored to engage students ages 4-12. The science-themed activities at MiSci and in the local community will help to spark interest in young learners and inspire

By |2019-01-21T07:53:41-05:00January 21st, 2019|STEM|
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GVSU’s Muskegon Innovation Hub Launches New Award Program

MUSKEGON - Grand Valley State University's Muskegon Innovation Hub is launching a new award program that will recognize and celebrate the most innovative ideas on the Lakeshore. Nominations for the Hub's new "Lakeshore Innovator of the Year" award open today, and can be submitted through January 31 at 5 p.m. "The Muskegon Innovation Hub is

By |2019-01-09T19:26:26-05:00January 9th, 2019|STEM|
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