The School of Science hosts and participates in a variety of K–12 events each year.
The best way to spark a child’s interest in science is to let them experience it firsthand. That’s why the School of Science hosts and participates in a variety of K–12 events each year, including the popular BOOology Halloween celebration, the springtime EGGstravaganza, and the annual Youth Education Outreach STEAM Fair.
Behrend students who volunteer at these events not only have fun and inspire the next generation of scientists—they also gain valuable experience communicating scientific concepts to a broader audience.
“I think there is something very motivating for our students when they see the smiles of wonder come across the kids’ faces as they experience the magic of science,” said Dr. Beth Potter, an associate professor of biology who spearheads several outreach events in the School of Science.