The National STEM Excellence Scholarship is now accepting applications! This brand-new scholarship awards $10,000 to students who are excelling in science, technology, engineering, or math. Don’t miss your chance to be recognized and supported in your STEM journey. Deadline to apply is April 28.

NASA’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI) is back with an exciting opportunity for university teams to take the lead in shaping the future of aeronautics. Proposals are now being accepted in six key research areas—from high-speed aircraft to aviation autonomy. Step-A proposals are due on June 26, 2025. 

The 2025 Jump Start Construction Connect Scholars Program is now accepting applications for high school seniors pursuing careers in construction and STEM-related fields. This scholarship awards $1,000 to Jump Start graduates who earn a qualifying credential and plan to enroll full-time in an LCTCS Construction Pathway or an ABC training program. Applications are open until April 22, 2025—learn more and apply online today.

The Gulf Research Program (GRP) and NOAA’s Environmental Literacy Program are funding place-based education projects in the U.S. Gulf States to enhance environmental literacy and community resilience.

Grant Details:
Funding: $100K–$750K (Total: $4M)
Apply: Feb 26 – May 21, 2025 (5 PM ET)
Project Length: 12–36 months

Projects should address local environmental challenges, engage communities in solutions, and inspire future leaders.

Northwestern State University is hosting Career Connection, a free summer camp for students ages 13–15 on July 9–10. This hands-on program introduces teens to exciting academic and career paths—from cooking and athletic training to healthcare, engineering, and more!

- Open to ages 13–15
- July 9–10
- NSU Campus 
- Led by NSU faculty & local professionals

Registration is free and first-come, first-served!

The 2025 Pelican State STARBASE Summer Camp registration is open - 4th and 5th grade students will have a BLAST working together on hands-on experiments, engineering projects, technology applications, career exploration, and more. The camp is free—just bring a bag lunch, snack, and water bottle!

Get ready for a summer of fun and learning at TREE House! We’re offering three exciting camps for kids ages 4–12: Dino Camp (June 9–13), Space Camp (June 23–27), and Robotics Camp (July 14–18). Camps run from 9 AM to 12 PM, and registration must be completed in person at the TREE House: 1403 3rd St, Alexandria, LA—check the flyer for cost details!

FAST is partnering with Girl Scouts East Louisiana to host the 5th annual Camp Code for Girls - Louisiana from July 21-25, 2025 at the Girl Scout DreamLab in Gonzalez, LA.

This FREE camp invites girls entering 7th-9th grade in the 2025-26 academic year to explore the exciting world of coding. Campers will engage in educational coding activities led by expert female developers and meet inspiring women in technology.

Don’t miss this chance to spark your interest in STEM and discover endless possibilities!

Give your child a summer filled with hands-on farm fun at Red Truck Barn’s Kids Summer Farm Camp, where they’ll feed animals, harvest fresh produce, and explore nature. With activities like gardening, arts and crafts, and farm-themed adventures, it’s the perfect place for young nature lovers. Spaces are limited—sign up today!

Don't miss out on the FINAL opportunity to join Cohorts 6 & 7 of the Ignite Initiative—a FREE 24-hour professional development workshop focused on computational thinking, block programming, and cyber safety. Boost your teaching toolkit, empower your students, and earn a $200 stipend just for completing the training!

Cohort 6: In-person, June 2-4 at LSU Prescott Hall, Baton Rouge
Cohort 7: Virtual, June 4-6

Hurry, spaces are limited—sign up today before it's gone forever!

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.