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UNO Biomechanics Zoo Camp

On May 16, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on UNO Biomechanics Zoo Camp

Biomechanics Zoo Camp “Walk With the Animals”, is a two day camp, June 22-June 23, for students aged  8yrs. -11yrs. This collaboration between UNO Department of Biomechanics and Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, allows campers to work in the Biomechanics Research Building and also go to the zoo to investigate…

A Future Ready Iowa Conference to Make Work-Based Learning and STEM Work for You

On May 11, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on A Future Ready Iowa Conference to Make Work-Based Learning and STEM Work for You

The National Governors Association and the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council is hosting a conference featuring New, Emergent, and Established business-education partnerships transforming communities across Iowa and profiled in 11 panels and presentations.  Keynote speaker, Patricia Kampling, Chairman, President and CEO of Alliant Energy, will highlight an inspiring story on Alliant Energy’s…

DLR to Host Summer STEAM Academy

On June 8, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on DLR to Host Summer STEAM Academy

DLR Group will host a group of 20-25 girls, aged 14-18 on June 20th as part of the Urban League of Omaha’s Summer STEAM Academy. The girls will be at DLR Group’s Omaha office from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, during which time they will engage with female engineers and…

Professional Development – Power of Predators

On May 31, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on Professional Development – Power of Predators

Join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and NE Project Wild to explore Nebraska predators.  From Mountain lions to insects, to reptiles, we will investigate conservation efforts, food chains, owl pellets, predators/prey relationships and much more.  As well as activities and resources to supplement what you are already doing in your…

Omaha STEM Ecosystem Stakeholders Meeting

On April 20, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on Omaha STEM Ecosystem Stakeholders Meeting

Join us for a World Café discussion around the goals ad work of the STEM Ecosystem!

 Hidden Figures Free Screening – April 25 – 26

On March 31, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on  Hidden Figures Free Screening – April 25 – 26

The two science-themed magnet secondary schools in Omaha Public Schools will host free screenings of the Academy Award nominated Hidden Figures as part of the Nebraska Science Festival.  Tuesday, April 25, 5:00 p.m. at King Science & Technology Magnet, 3720 Florence Blvd (use main entrance on east side of building). …

 Hidden Figures Free Screening – April 25 – 26

On March 31, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on  Hidden Figures Free Screening – April 25 – 26

The two science-themed magnet secondary schools in Omaha Public Schools will host free screenings of the Academy Award nominated Hidden Figures as part of the Nebraska Science Festival.  Tuesday, April 25, 5:00 p.m. at King Science & Technology Magnet, 3720 Florence Blvd (use main entrance on east side of building). …

National Biomechanical Day

On March 15, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on National Biomechanical Day

UNO will be hosting tours for students at the Biomechanical Building, in honor of National Biomechanics Day.  Biomechanics Day is an international event hosted by the American Society of Biomechanics where researchers are encouraged to reach out to the community and let them know how cool biomechanics is! For more…

From Automotive, to Space, to Weather: Diverse Career Experiences from Raytheon Women in Engineering

On March 31, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on From Automotive, to Space, to Weather: Diverse Career Experiences from Raytheon Women in Engineering

Come enjoy a FREE lunch while listening to successful women in the STEM field.  Take advantage of an opportunity to hear from women that share similar professional passions with you!  These successful women want to share their professional experiences from their careers around the country to encourage you to follow…

OmahaSTEM Ecosystem Steering Committee Meeting

On March 1, 2017, Posted by , With Comments Off on OmahaSTEM Ecosystem Steering Committee Meeting

OmahaSTEM Ecosystem Steering Committee Meeting