RECIPE for Rural STEM Day 2025 will be here before you know it! We are excited to invite community partners to join us for the 2025 RECIPE for Rural STEM Day! Now in its third year, this impactful event continues to grow and inspire. Last year, we welcomed over 1,200 5th and 6th-grade students, and this year, we’re projecting an incredible turnout of 1,800 participants.

Let’s work together to make a difference in our community by introducing young minds to the diverse STEM opportunities available right here at home. Join us in shaping the future—one student at a time!

*School registration is coming soon! Stay tuned for more details and ensure your students don’t miss this incredible opportunity.

Photo credit to Kayla Bernardez - The Average Teacher Blog

Looking for a fun and engaging Thanksgiving activity for the whole family? Try the Easy STEM Thanksgiving Table Challenge! This engineering activity is perfect for sparking creativity and teamwork while celebrating the holiday.

Once you've completed the challenge, share your results with us on Facebook by tagging our page—we'd love to see your masterpieces!

Special thanks to The Average Teacher blog for this fantastic challenge! 

Let's make Thanksgiving STEM-tastic!

Students in grades 3-12 are invited to participate in an exciting essay contest exploring the possibilities and challenges of smart technology. Imagine transforming an everyday object into something smart and innovative while addressing important issues like privacy, security, and ethical design.

Click the link below for full details and guidelines on how to enter this exciting competition!

Here is an exciting, free expo-style event showcasing the world of transportation professions! Organized by the Louisiana Transportation Research Center and the Women’s Transportation Seminar – Greater Baton Rouge Chapter, this event will feature hands-on demonstrations from local transportation institutions, agencies, and companies. It’s a fantastic opportunity for families and K-12 students to explore career possibilities in transportation.

When: December 7, 2024
Where: Outside the Knock Knock Children’s Museum

Registration is required by noon on November 29. For details, contact wtsgreaterbr@gmail.com.

The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, provides an incredible opportunity for STEM students to receive full tuition, annual stipends, health and book allowances, mentorship, and internships at DoD facilities.

SMART Scholarship: For students with college credit or pursuing a graduate degree at a regionally accredited U.S. institution.

Dellums SMART Scholarship: For students without college credit who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree, with an emphasis on historically Black colleges and universities, minority institutions, and minority-serving institutions.

Both scholarships support students in one of 24 SMART STEM disciplines. Start your journey toward a civilian career with the DoD by reviewing the eligibility requirements today!

Planning a STEM event? Let's collaborate! The Region 6 STEM Center is eager to partner with you to make your event a resounding success. From from planning STEM Days to organizing STEM Family Nights, we're here to help you create memorable and impactful STEM experiences. Contact us today to explore how we can work together to inspire curiosity and ignite a passion for STEM in your community. Let's make STEM magic happen together!

Do you have a STEM event coming up? We would love to feature the event on our website calendar and upcoming newsletters! Please email the event flyers and details to depriestj@nsula.edu.