Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEAM)

STEAM is an educational approach that incorporates the arts into the more-familiar STEM model, which includes science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STEAM programs can include any of the visual or performing arts, such as dance, design, painting, photography and writing.

Lithium-Sulfur Batteries May Revolutionize The Energy Storage Industry

DETROIT -  Lithium-sulfur batteries have been touted as the ultimate in energy storage however a technical complication has been holding back their widespread adoption until now. A new accidental discovery may finally unlock their full potential and YouTuber Matt Ferrell is here to tell us all about it. A group of researchers from Drexel University has

China Successfully Tests Technology That Can Transfer Solar Energy To Earth From Space

BEIJING, China - China has announced plans to bring forward the development of a ‘solar power plant’ capable of beaming energy to Earth from outer space. The ambitious project, developed by researchers at Xidian University in the Shaanxi province, involves building a power station attached to a satellite which can capture sunlight high above the ground and

MI-HQ Acquires EMU Building For Innovation Shared Workspace For STEM Companies

ANN ARBOR – Michigan Innovation Headquarters —an innovative life science and technology workspaces—has entered a purchase agreement for Eastern Michigan University’s former College of Business headquarters, the Gary Owens Building, in downtown Ypsilanti. The building will be purchased for $2.6 million and will undergo an additional $10 million renovation to build an innovative shared workspace

GVSU To Establish TRIO Program In Detroit To Prep High School Students For College

DETROIT — Grand Valley State University received a five-year, $1.4 million federal grant to establish a TRIO program in Detroit designed to create a successful college-going culture for high school students who would be the first in their families to attend college. The Detroit TRIO Upward Bound program will serve 60 students in ninth-12th grades

GM Offers Free Java Programming Nanodegree For People In Metro Detroit

DETROIT - A free Java Programming Nanodegree sponsored by General Motors is for individuals in the Detroit metro who are looking to gain skills to start or advance a tech career. GM is focused on providing opportunities to underrepresented groups in tech, however anyone can apply. The scholarship will provide learners with job-ready Java Programming

LTU’s Marburger STEM Center Message: STEM Careers Can Be Fun

SOUTHFIELD—As the 2021-22 academic year draws to a close, Lawrence Technological University’s Marburger STEM Center is celebrating another successful year of outreach in the STEAM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, arts and architecture, and mathematics) to K-12 students. The Marburger STEM Center conducted more than 2,000 outreach points of contact from August 2021 to April 2022,

By |2022-04-24T16:42:52-04:00April 24th, 2022|Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEAM), STEM|

Hundreds Of High School Students To Explore STEAM Careers March 1-3 At WCC

ANN ARBOR - The exciting world of STEM and STEAM careers and the educational opportunities that prepare students for them will be highlighted at Washtenaw Community College March 1-3. Hundreds of students from local high schools, as well as other community members interested in exploring science, technology, engineering, arts and math careers, will attend the

By |2022-02-27T10:57:13-05:00February 27th, 2022|Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEAM)|

Matt Roush Updates LTU’s Courses, Grants, and STEAM Programming

SOUTHFIELD - Matt Roush, Managing Editor of the Lawrence Technological University's News Bureau and Director of Media Relations, provides the latest details on the Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering and Math programs at LTU. Graduates of these programs are earning starting salaries above $100,000 a year. More at LTU.EDU https://youtu.be/a-fbcu1kbJ0

5 Reasons To Invest In STEM Education At The Elementary And Secondary Levels

DETROIT - STEM is an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It is a young curriculum. The National Science Foundation introduced this program in the United States. It aims to integrate the skills and intellect of students in the STEM field. Many countries also adopt this program. For example, France, South Korea,

By |2022-02-04T10:43:50-05:00February 4th, 2022|Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEAM), STEM|

Public Charter High School Grads Eligible For GVSU Scholarship

ALLENDALE — Students who graduate from a public charter high school authorized by Grand Valley State University are eligible for a scholarship to attend GVSU, the university has announced on February The GV Charter Schools Alumni Scholarship will be available for students beginning with Grand Valley’s Fall 2022 semester. Each graduate from a GVSU-authorized high

By |2022-02-03T17:35:10-05:00February 3rd, 2022|Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEAM), STEM|