Science and Engineering Divisions are now actively participating in the weekend visits to encourage more STEM majors at USNA. Midshipmen STEM Majors provide the guided tours and stop at 10 or more lab areas to talk to midshipmen and faculty who are performing research or working on capstone projects. Prior to the tours the visitors see a brief on Technology in the Navy and how STEM majors are addressing the needs of the fleet. Tours are conducted during 5th periods and panel discussions on life as a STEM major occur during 6th period on Fridays.
Midshipmen are needed for tour guides and panel members. Tour training is provided.
2013 Dates (remaining) 26 April 2013
High schools send small groups of students to come to USNA for an overnight visit or a long weekend. The students get a tour of the technical majors and spend time engaged in interactive science and engineering activities. Mini-Camp stem activities are generally scheduled for 5the and 6th periods on Friday afternoons.
Midshipmen STEM Majors needed to lead the groups in hands-on activities. Straightforward and accessible training provided.
2013 Dates (remaining) 19 April 2013 30 April 2013
Seaperch is a national remotely operated vehicle (ROV) program sponsored by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME). This activity involves helping with training workshops for teachers, as well as build sessions with students. Showcases are held in December and May in collaboration with school STEM programs. This year's showcases will involve 25 Anne Arundel County schools, as well as schools from several districts in Pennsylvania. Students launch their ROVs in the Hydro Lab tow tanks and rotate through hands on activities in Rickover labs.
Midshipmen are needed to help with the teacher training and with school builds. All training is provided.
2013 Dates 13 April 2013 - SeaPerch Regional Competition 3 May 2013 - SeaPerch Showcase
This program is conducted in partnership with Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The program offers two week evening classes for local middle school students that are conducted two to three times a year. Classes are taught in Division I and Division II subjects, and held in the evenings at USNA.
Midshipmen classroom and activity assistants are needed. All training is provided.
2013 Dates to be determined.
STEM Midshipmen can be selected to take STEM trips, please see the STEM newsletter for examples. STEM Midshipmen may also propose trips.
STEM Midshipmen may qualify for MGSP credit for helping with STEM activities.
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