Tiara T. Britten's journey from high school to pursuing biomedical engineering was shaped by the LSU STEM Pathways Program, which introduced her to diverse engineering disciplines and hands-on projects like programming a prosthetic hand with Arduino code. Now a student at LSU, she leverages those skills as part of a playground design team, a teaching assistant, and a student worker at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, while aspiring to one day manage her own medical device company.

The LSU Math Circle Junior program introduces elementary students to the joys of mathematics through hands-on, interactive activities like cup stacking challenges, logic games, and spatial puzzles. With support from the Gordon A. Cain Center and the LSU Department of Mathematics, this free program fosters problem-solving, creativity, and a love for math in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

FUEL, Louisiana’s statewide clean energy innovation initiative, has made its first investment in energy innovation by funding five researchers across Louisiana universities. This initiative supports groundbreaking technologies focused on advancing clean energy solutions and positioning Louisiana as a leader in energy transition.

LASTEM Region 8 at Louisiana Tech University officially relaunched the Louisiana Girls Collaborative as part of their ongoing state-wide Girls in STEM emphasis. As part of this initiative, an exclusive periodical newsletter will feature resources monthly for girls in STEM across Louisiana. Please click to download the January 2025 Newsletter to learn more!

CASN and the Gordon A. Cain Center are excited to host the 2025 VEX Robotics Regional and State Competitions! Competitions will be held in Patrick F. Taylor Hall on the Louisiana State University campus.

Regional: January 24 & 25, 2025
State: February 21 - 23, 2025

We are looking for volunteers to assist with different roles at the State competition. If you are interested, please click the button below.

Sponsorships are available for regional and state competitions.

Fields: $1500
Company as field name and called out for each match.

Pit Area: $750
Company as the pit area name. 

Banner: $200
Company banner in the arena.

Contact Summer Dann at summerdann@lsu.edu or Natalie Ray at nray12@lsu.edu for more information. 

A Louisiana Department of Education initiative.

Now featuring: $200 stipends for participants!

Ignite Initiative features: 
24 hours of professional development in computational thinking, block programming, and cybersafety at no cost

Multiple ways to participate in trainings: 
2 fully in-person options
3 fully virtual options
1 hybrid option

The Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Competition recognizes exceptional and innovative science educators, to recognize outstanding K–12 school programs for their exemplary approaches to science lab instruction utilizing limited school and laboratory resources, and raise awareness and exposure of the outstanding work being done in the science education field. Apply or nominate a colleague today! Deadline: April 11, 2025

Regional District Kick-Offs will be held on January 10 in Baton Rouge and February 7 in Alexandria from 10:00-12:00. 

Sessions will include workshops on effective leadership strategies, networking opportunities, best practices for supporting teachers, and computer science resources. 

District leaders and administrators interested in attending should complete the form below. 

Way to Work gives learners more opportunities to build hands-on skills with online, on-demand certification programs. Job-Ready certification programs in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Construction, Multi-Family Maintenance, Building Maintenance, and Appliance Repair.

Skilled BR powered by Hope Ministries is a city-wide collaborative effort aiming to enhance workforce development and resources for individuals seeking training opportunities and employment. 

The Louisiana 4-H SeaPerch Challenge is an exciting opportunity for youth to engage in underwater exploration. The event will take place on March 1, 2025, at the Robicheaux Recreation Center in Lafayette. 

Registration is open now, click the button below to register today. If you're interested in learning more about the event, a free webinar will be held on January 15th at 1:00 p.m. to review the rules and procedures. 

For more information about the challenge, visit this link.

If you have any questions, reach out to BGautreau@agcenter.lsu.edu.