Event: Girls Day at South Dakota. April 6, 2010
Posted on March 9th, 2010 by ASEE
The 7th Annual Girls’ Day at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, April 6, 2010, is designed to introduce young women, grades 6 -8 to STEM careers. Girls will hear inspiring messages about STEM careeers, participate in hands-on activities, and witness demonstrations from various departments. Location: Rapid City, SD. Cost: $5.00 Registration Deadline: March 23, 2010.
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