Fairmont State University Campus & Community STEM Bridge Map-a-Thon
When: August 17th, 9:30am - 11:45 am
Where:
For Fairmont State University students, staff, & faculty meet at Fairmont State University COLA Lab (308 Hardway Hall)
For Community: Wherever YOU are
Why: Join the First2 Network and STEM Bridge program at Fairmont State University as we build geo-literacy through citsci and the #Year of CitSci Calendar
Use the Geoawareness Hub to get started
Shareable URL: FAIRMONTSTATE.EDU/geo-awareness-week
How: Pick the one that works best for you
-Kickstart your knowledge by getting your SciStarter Citizen Science Badge (about 1 hour) https://scistarter.org/training
-Complete a citizen science activity (20 minutes - whenever you like) anywhere on campus
Hangout in the Citizen Science GeoCafe (COLA Student Lounge)
-Create a #Year of Citizen Science calendar page for COLA social media
-Print out #Year of Citizen Science calendar and put it on the wall for future events
-Brainstorm a rating system for Fairmont State University Citizen Science Projects
Become a SciStarter Ambassador!
Applications to join the final cohort in this inaugural class of SciStarter Ambassadors due May 2nd
Libraries and community organizations need your help to spark excitement for citizen science and keep the momentum going!
The SciStarter Ambassador Program offers FREE training to volunteers ready to make an impact in their communities.
Ready to make a difference? Complete your application by May 2nd to join the movement!