Hello,
I just wanted to let you know about a series of FREE events happening at Pasadena City College this semester that might interest your students. These events provide an opportunity for high school students from all different backgrounds to step into a college classroom or lab and experience the beauty of STEM. Please feel free to forward this opportunity to anyone you think might be interested.
There will be a specific demo that we will ask students to take a selfie with at each event so you can verify their attendance. If you want us to sign anything at the end of the event, we are also open to accommodating - just tell your students to ask us for a signature.
FREE! Pasadena City College (PCC) presents STEM Saturdays - hands-on fun experiments in a college classroom for high school students with Laser Techology (9/6), Mathematical Science (9/27), Physics and Astronomy (10/4), Geoscience (10/18), Biology (11/1), & Chemistry (11/15). Sign up for as many experiments as you'd like!
Note that some of the activities are the same as previous STEM Saturday events.
Activities include:
Laser Technology (9/6): Learn how to measure and balance primary colors of laser light to create your favorite color, then investigate your cell phone display to learn how colors mix to make all the colors of the rainbow. Bring your cell phone or another small device with a screen. Your measurements will be used to learn the science of spectroscopy, and how it can be applied to identify chemicals. [Note: this is a repeat activity from a previous laser tech STEM Saturday if you have attended in the past]
Mathematical Science (9/27): Join us to explore the practical applications of mathematical knowledge and coding skills across various fields, including AI, data analysis, investment strategies, underwater robotics, and more. You will engage in gameplay that enhances their critical thinking and probability knowledge. We will also explore career paths rooted in Mathematics. [Note: Some activities will be similar to those from previous Math STEM Saturday events.]
Astronomy and Physics (10/4): Come learn about black holes, some of the most fascinating objects in the Universe! These bend the fabric of the Universe so much that not even light itself can escape them, and if you get too close to one, your body will be spaghettified into a tube 1 atom thick. The coolest part is that they really exist in outer space! We’ll discuss Einstein’s theory of General Relativity, participate in a hands-on interactive activity to explore spacetime, and brainstorm how to observe astrophysical black holes, including the supermassive black hole at the center of our own galaxy. We will also discuss career pathways in physics, astrophysics, and astronomy! [Note: this is a repeat activity from previous Astronomy and Physics STEM Saturday events if you attended before.]
Geoscience (10/18): Join Geology and Geography faculty and the Student Geology club (the Dana Club) for an interactive exploration of Geosciences. Activities include: (1) using density separation methods with water to extract heavier minerals from sediment; (2) operating a research drone and using environmental research instruments to collect geographic data; and (3) hearing from and interacting with successful past and present students in the Geosciences.
Biology (11/1): Join PCC’s own biology professors and Biology Club for a morning filled with experiments and information about what it’s like to be a biology major! Students will investigate the human respiratory system, and experiment with the body form and function of marine plankton. We’ll see you there!
Chemistry (11/15): Come explore some chemicals and how they react with each other to create exciting results! You will learn about different types of chemical reactions and see cool color changes. You will get hands-on experience and use observational skills to see how different chemicals react to give a variety of products. You will learn how to record qualitative data. [Note: this is a repeat activity from previous Chemistry STEM Saturday events if you attended before]
This FREE EVENT is for high school students (one parent/guardian per student is welcome to come, but not required). There is no cost to attend but space is limited - register early! Students can register for as many Saturdays as they would like. Register for STEM Saturday on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/pcc-stem-saturday-2546269
