These were the workshops we offered in 2007.
Big Bac(teria) Attack
Microbiologist, Robyn Browne and Food Scientist, Allison Aubin, lead a workshop where you will learn how to launch an attack against the unseen enemy. Find out who Lauren Beth Rudolf is, how to test chemical sanitizers, and what makes germs glow!
Beacon Dot-to-Dot
Electronic/Engineering Technicians, Barb Miller and Debra Flentye, lead a workshop using a self-piloted tracking machine that you can sit in and drive, and you don’t even need a license! This is a fun outdoor activity!
Blast Off
Aeronautical Engineers, Amanda LaZar and Peggy Chun, lead a workshop on aerodynamics using water rockets.
CSI (Crime Scene Investigator) Who Dunnit?
Environmental Engineer, Sarah Ford, will introduce Forensics science through a workshop on criminal profiling with real world examples.
Playing Doctor for Real
Pediatrician, Dr. Kitty Ferguson, presents a mock pediatric ICU/ER with equipment and resuscitation mannequins.
“Veg” Out!
Vegetable Scientist, Rhonda Chute, leads a workshop on “cloning” plants.
Light Me Up
Electrical Engineers, Gina Niesen and Elaine Riendeau, lead a workshop on creating an electrical circuit resulting in cool flashing jewelry.
Glow in the Dark
Physicist, Bettye Moody, leads a workshop on the properties of radiation and the levels absorbed by you each day.
“Mitey” Dog
Veterinarian, Dr. Emily Sund, leads a workshop on veterinary science. Learn what veterinarians look for when examining a dog and how to recognize a mite on your furry friend.
Mix It Up
Chemists, Kristin Jackson and Heather Matheke, demonstrate basic chemistry practices while creating a potion out of different ingredients.
Show Me the Money!
Using play money and cards, Mathematician, Janelle Petersen, leads a game that shows how interest rates pay off as you try to become the next multimillionaire.
Spin Your Web
Computer Scientist, Monika Morrow, leads a workshop on creating a webpage. Learn how all those cool websites are designed and begin making one yourself.
Playing LEGOS in College? Yes We Do!
And they are not just any LEGOS, but LEGO Robotics. Professor of Computer Science, Debby Kilburn, will lead the way as you collaborate to rescue LegoMan from the predicament he is in using RCX robotic technology.
Where am I?
Civil Engineer, Linda Finco, leads a workshop treasure hunt with help from the sky, GPS (Global Positioning Systems).
Will Pooh Go “SPLAT”?
Mechanical Engineer, Elsa Hennings, leads a workshop involving designing a harness for a large stuffed animal, attaching it to a parachute, and make predictions where it will land, then testing those predictions.