InventSTEM partnership with Alliant Energy encourages youth in grades 4-12 to engage in the innovation process to solve real-world problems.
Iowa 4-H STEM Programming
4-H STEM programs work to engage youth through hands-on experiences that connect to their lives and respond to their interests. 4-H programs use hands-on activities in science, technology, engineering, and math to teach problem-solving, creative and critical thinking, and inspire kids to explore STEM professions.
Through computer programming, robotics teaches youth to problem-solve, communicate, and work as a team while developing STEM knowledge and skills.
STEM-Lit to Go! is an innovative program that supports the development of STEM and literacy skills for K-3 youth, through topics including space and inventions.
In partnership with the NASA Iowa Space Grant Consortium, Astro Camp® provides standards-based activities using NASA resources for engaging STEM experiences.
The 4-H STEM Challenge is an annual initiative to inspire young people to take an interest in STEM through hands-on learning. This year's challenge: Mars Base Camp!
Held in Washington D.C., the National STEM Summit boasts engaging activities and design challenges for teens to discover the possibilities of a career in STEM.
The State Science + Technology Fair of Iowa serves as a platform for student researchers to communicate their findings and understanding of the research process.
ISU Women in Science and Engineering provides outreach programs to over 9,000 K-12 students to create awareness and enthusiasm about pursuing STEM careers.
The Forward Learning Experience (FLEx) is a collaborative design outreach partner program with the College of Design and the College of Engineering.
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You can download a PDF of our annual calendar to view our top-priority STEM programs and events!