Posted on May 29th, 2018 by Mary Lord
Planning a road trip this summer? Whether en route to a beach, lake, or national park, there are plenty of engineering landmarks to admire along the way — including the interstate highway system, along which most travelers must pass. Here are some designated engineering destinations worth braking for!
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Tags: Amazing Engineering, bridges, Civil Engineering, cog railway, Engineering Achievements, Engineering in History, Family events, Lesson Plan, roller coasters
Posted on November 27th, 2011 by Jaimie Schock
CSEdWeek 2011 celebrates the impact of computing and the need for computer science education. The week incorporates events and resources for students, teachers, parents, administrators, college and university reps, and industry. When: December 4-11, 2011.
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Tags: Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Events, Family events, Internet Resources, Teacher Resources, Teacher Training, Teaching Aids, Web Resources
Posted on November 29th, 2010 by ASEE
Families and educators are encouraged to join their students at UT for an afternoon of engineering fun. Girl Day gives 1st through 8th grade students a chance to have fun doing grade-specific, hands-on engineering activities; meet students, professors and engineers from industry; and see what it’s like to be an engineer. Date: Feb. 26, 2011.
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Tags: Events, Family events, Grades 6-8, Grades K-5, Programs for Girls, Women in Engineering
Posted on November 21st, 2010 by ASEE
The Camp-In programs at COSI Columbus described as the “ultimate indoor camping experience for girls and boys,” has taken environmental “Green” as its 2011 theme. Participants spend 19 hours immersed in all that COSI has to offer enhanced by themed workshops, an Extreme Screen film, and more. 2011 Dates: Various, Jan. – May.
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Tags: Environmental Engineering, Environmental science, Family events, Programs for Boys, Programs for Girls, Programs for Students, Science museum
Posted on November 18th, 2010 by ASEE
Baltimore’s Maryland Science Center invites everyone to join Harry Potter Day, November 20, 2010. The screening of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” in the IMAX theater, will be accompanied by day filled with activities for kids of all ages, from the creation of chemical potions, to a hunt for horcruxes, and mapping of the stars. Cost: Free with paid admission and for members.
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Tags: Family events, Science museum, Weekend programs
Posted on November 5th, 2010 by ASEE
The Homeschool Science Program (HSP) presents free materials science workshops, at the Sciencenter in Ithaca, NY, on select Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m. November 2010 through March 2011 for children ages 6-13 and their adult guardians. The workshops are hands-on and encourage students to explore how materials interact with each other. Upcoming workshops: November 9, 2010, Bridge Building; December 14, 2010, Sounds of Science. Sign up early to secure a space.
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Tags: Family events, Programs for Families, Science programs
Posted on November 1st, 2010 by Jaimie Schock
The USA Science and Engineering Festival culminated in a gigantic Expo on the National Mall. A half-million visitors were kept entertained by the Giant kaleidoscope, robot competitions, explosions, and DIY rockets. Check out our photos of the event.
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Tags: Family events, Science and Engineering Fair, USA Science and Engineering Festival 2010
Posted on October 14th, 2010 by ASEE
Imagine making your own slime, talking turkey, driving a championship robot, becoming a TV meteorologist, or traveling through a virtual representation of outer space. These are just a few of the many activities planned for the 25th Annual S.E.E.D. – Science Education Enrichment Day at the University of South Carolina, October 16, 2010
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Tags: Events, Family events, USA Science and Engineering Festival 2010, Weekend programs
Posted on October 7th, 2010 by ASEE
The USA Science and Engineering Festival presents its celebratory opening event: more than two hundred young people and adults celebrating science in song. Date: October 10, 2010, 5-7 p.m. Location: University of Maryland, College Park. Cost:Free; please reserve tickets.
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Tags: Family events, Programs for Students, Science programs, USA Science and Engineering Festival 2010, Weekend programs
