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Registration Open For Science, Technology, Math Experience For Girls At University of Montana June 15-17

Schools from across the state will offer a free opportunity at The University of Montana this month for high school girls who will enter their junior year this fall to experience college life and explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The summer 2011 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, June 15-17, at UM’s Phyllis J. Washington College of Education and Human Sciences.

The three-day program is part of a statewide plan to enhance educational and career opportunities for females. Created by math and science educators from Montana schools, colleges and universities, the program’s research-based, hands-on activities are designed to give girls a greater awareness of the skills needed to be competitive in the 21st century.

Registration for the summer STEM experience is free, but space is limited. For more information or to apply, call Tricia Parrish, state coordinator for the Montana Math and Science Teacher Initiative, at 406-243-4405 or 406-550-9194 or email [email protected].

Collaborators in this summer’s STEM experience are Missoula County schools, Helena Public School District, Carroll College, Montana State University-Bozeman, St. Labre Indian School, Salish Kootenai College, Polson School District and UM.

STEM participants can put a lab coat and rubber gloves on and see firsthand how people breathe, learn about some of the chemical processes that allow our bodies to function, use GPS to navigate the UM campus, explore scuba diving and more.

The girls will stay in UM residence halls and have the opportunity to experience college life. Information also will be available to help participants understand the requirements necessary for successful application to Montana colleges and universities.

All participants will receive a UM gift bag, school supplies and other surprises to keep for the new school year. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided.

http://news.umt.edu/2011/06/060811stem.aspx

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