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Aug 20

North Carolina Center for Afterschool Programs hosts free STEM training

Educators are encouraged to attend free training for “NBA Math Hoops” and “Science Action Club ‘Bugs’,” afterschool programs that combine fun and education. “NBA Math Hoops” is a free game that lets students compete against other students in the Charlotte area. During the 2015-16 school year, students played against each... read more →
Aug 04

NC STEM Learning Network e-Update (Aug. 4, 2016)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month we provide an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and our latest edition is now available for you. View our e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Click here to subscribe and get your personalized copy sent directly... read more →
Aug 03

Four NC universities recognized for best computer science programs

Four North Carolina universities received awards from College Choice for having some of the best and most affordable computer science programs in the nation. College Choice chose East Carolina University and NC State as two of the most affordable master’s and bachelor’s in computer science degrees. “The computer science career field is one of... read more →
Aug 03

NC biotech organizations receive $2.5 million

Public and private organizations across the state collectively received $2.5 million from the NC Biotech Center to support both research and business. There were several factors that these awards were designed to effect: science research, technology commercialization, entrepreneurship and funding from other sources, according to WRAL Tech Wire. During the fiscal... read more →
Jul 21

NC STEM Learning Network e-Update (July 21, 2016)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month we provide an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and our latest edition is now available for you. View our e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Click here to subscribe and get your personalized copy sent directly... read more →
Jul 07

NC STEM Learning Network e-Update (July 7, 2016)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month we provide an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and our latest edition is now available for you. View our e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Click here to subscribe and get your personalized copy sent directly... read more →
Jun 23

NC STEM Learning Network e-Update (June 23, 2016)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month we provide an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and our latest edition is now available for you. View our e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Click here to subscribe and get your personalized copy sent directly... read more →
Jun 21

Can you code? Students invited to Congressional App Challenge

The third annual congressional app challenge is calling all student coders and programmers to participate in this year’s competition. From July 18-Nov. 2, students (or groups of up to four students) can submit original apps on any platform. The goal of the competition is to encourage students to use skills... read more →
Jun 09

NC STEM Learning Network e-Update (June 9, 2016)

NC STEM starts with you. Twice a month we provide an e-update on what’s happening in STEM, and our latest edition is now available for you. View our e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Click here to subscribe and get your personalized copy sent directly... read more →
Jun 07

North Carolina names 7 STEM Schools of Distinction for 2016

The North Carolina State Board of Education recently awarded seven schools as STEM Schools of Distinction for 2016. “Focusing on STEM provides students with the knowledge and applied learning experiences that will help ensure they graduate ready for college, careers and life,” State Superintendent June Atkinson said. “STEM fields provide... read more →