About Tim: In my role at Chevron’s Salt Lake Refinery, I work as a Piping Designer, responsible for creating designs for piping systems within the facility. I develop plans and drawings that are crucial for the installation and layout of piping systems that transport air, gas, liquids, and steam throughout the structure. I find immense fulfillment in my work, engaging …
Summer has arrived, and that means the kiddos are out of school and ready for some sunny, memory-making adventures! Whether you’re hanging out at home or exploring the great outdoors, there are tons of exciting ways for families to dive into the world of STEM and art through hands-on, fun-filled learning. Get ready to spark creativity, fuel curiosity, and make …
By Valentina Rodriguez Are you looking for family-friendly fun in the Salt Lake City area? We got you covered! Salt Lake City is full of opportunities to explore the outdoors and stretch your creative minds! Whether it’s a park, museum, or a library, Salt Lake City offers educational experiences to all visitors. Considering STEM and maker learning within your itinerary …
By Valentina Rodriguez Hosted by the Utah STEM Action Center, over 450 attendees gathered at the Layton Conference Center to learn key educational practices from experts and leaders in our pre-K-12 STEM community. Teachers from all over Utah gained hands-on experiences from newly introduced lessons in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM); participated in networking opportunities: received prize giveaways: and …
By Rachael Thomas, MBA, Roseman University of Health Sciences Currently in the United States nursing is only recognized by higher education and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics as a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) profession. Although nurses utilize all aspects of STEM to perform their duties and responsibilities, they do not fall into one specific STEM category, therefore the Department …
By Shannon Terry, Minersville Public Library Director I can’t believe we have had our hydroponic system for a year! I would have never thought that I would enjoy gardening. There has been so much success with this program that people think I actually have a “green thumb”. The hydroponic system requires minimal labor and does most of the work by …
By Seth Brinkerhoff, Western Alliance Bank – Utah Some students learn differently. While some students excel at gaining knowledge by reading books, other students need hands-onexperiences to integrate what they are learning. That’s one of the reasons Western Alliance Bank, through the Western Alliance Community Foundation,is so incredibly proud to help sponsor the Green Our Planet Hydroponics STEM Program in …
September 27-28, 2022 – Utah STEM Fest 2022 was a hit for more than 11,000 students from all across Utah. From seeing a real human brain to touching a rock from the moon, students were wowed with hands-on STEM experiences from more than 60 exhibitors. Fourth – 10th graders got to explore an army mobile command center, try out virtual reality with Meta, see animals up close from …
Salt Lake County (September 9, 2022) – The Utah STEM Action Center is launched the “MILO & friends” campaign at Wheeler Historic Farm, operated by Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation. The goal is to help parents become more aware about the importance of teaching early math skills to their young children. Families who visit Wheeler Farm will see a …
April 15, 2022 (Salt Lake City, UT) – In episode 5 of “How’d You Think of That?”, the STEM Action Center’s new podcast, host Dr. Temple Grandin speaks with Maya Ajmera, the President and CEO of Society for Science and Publisher of its award-winning magazine, Science News. Founded in 1921, the Society works to promote the understanding and appreciation of …
On Tuesday, September 7th, the STEM Action Center and the Parowan City Library officially opened the first STEM Spot in the state providing public access to STEM books and activities that will increase community interest in STEM. Thanks to our partners at Parowan City Library, Utah State Library, Northrop Grumman, and USU Extension, we will be looking to expand STEM …
Makers around Utah are uniting to produce critical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), filling the gap that COVID-19 has created. The Utah STEM Action Center is working with a number of school districts, industry partners, and local makers to produce 3D printed face shield headpieces. “This is an unprecedented time in our community, with needs that we never anticipated,” says Tami Goetz, the …
