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Two PCE Outreach staff members tabling at 2025 North Godwin STEM Night

STEM Education

STEM education combines science, technology, engineering and mathematics to develop skills in problem solving and critical thinking. Access to STEM education is crucial for career readiness.

The PCE Outreach team is committed to creating positive, hands-on learning experiences for all students. Our goal is to make engineering and computing approachable, exciting, and relevant while giving students opportunities to see themselves as future problem solvers. 

For K-12 Students

STEM skills are required in order to be productive and capable members of our nation's society. Engineers and computer scientists are problem solvers with a passion for making the world a better place to live in. They make discoveries and innovations from new medical breakthroughs to cool, earth-saving technologies. A solid foundation of STEM education opens the door to wide opportunities to excel in our lives.

Resources for students: 
AI Coding and Programming Tools, CMS and HTML Guide, Coding & Programming Terms, Globe Program, Society for Women Engineers.

For Parents & Teachers

All students are born scientists. Parents and teachers need to encourage curiosity and nurture the interest of students by implementing new teaching methods.

Resources for teachers and parents:
American Association for Advancement of Science, National Association of Biology Teachers, National Science Teaching Association.

Volunteer with PCE Outreach

Volunteering with PCE Outreach is an immersive experience filled with meaningful engagement in STEM education. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to directly impact the community by participating in hands-on learning activities and workshops tailored to K-12 students. From assisting with interactive experiments to mentoring aspiring professionals, our volunteers play a crucial role in fostering curiosity and passion for STEM fields. You will also collaborate closely with GVSU faculty, staff, and industry professionals, gaining valuable insights and networking opportunities while making a difference in the lives of young learners.

Interested in volunteering with PCE Outreach? Sign up today!

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