Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema spoke today in a Senate Commerce Committee hearing and highlighted the important partnerships between Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University and NASA for continued space research and innovation. “NASA partnerships with Arizona’s universities are strong and beneficial. All three Arizona public universities – the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University – provide students … [Read more...] about Sinema Highlights the Importance of Arizona Universities to NASA’s Continued Research and Innovation
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Innovations at Prescott High Attract Statewide Attention
Creative and visionary innovations at Prescott High School (PHS) during the past three months have attracted attention from the greater education community of Arizona, according to Prescott Unified School District Superintendent Joe Howard. “We admit we’re delighted to introduce two projects at PHS that are unique,” said Howard, commenting that personnel from schools throughout the state are asking if they can visit PHS to see if they can imitate what has occurred. One is the creative … [Read more...] about Innovations at Prescott High Attract Statewide Attention
Exploring Career and Technical Education Programs Across the Region
In 2001, the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) acronym was started by scientific administrators at the National Science Foundation (NSF). STEM is important because it encompasses every part of our lives. Science is everywhere in the world around us. At the Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) of Yavapai College, STEM programs are alive and well. Since the dedication of CTEC in 2007, this state-of-the-art, 110,000-square-foot facility has seen growth of students in their … [Read more...] about Exploring Career and Technical Education Programs Across the Region
Pursuing an Interest, Advancing a Career
At the start of the spring term at Yavapai College, the convocation keynote address was given by the incoming college president Dr. Lisa Rhine. During her talk, she made mention of the ratio 1:2:7 in today’s job market and how that impacts education. The 1: 2: 7 ratio means: one job will be available with a master’s degree or higher, two jobs will be available with a bachelor’s degree, and seven jobs will be available with an associate degree or certificate. “Success in the New Economy,” a … [Read more...] about Pursuing an Interest, Advancing a Career
Exploring STEM+A Curriculum for Construction Careers
When exploring the type of work done in construction and within the curriculum of the construction field, the impact of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, plus Art (STEM+A) initiative becomes apparent. Construction is an area that involves all of the components of a STEM+A education. STEM+A helps solve problems in construction – from pouring a cement slab or foundation to the pitch and design of a roof line, STEM+A is involved. Construction science refers to design, materials, all … [Read more...] about Exploring STEM+A Curriculum for Construction Careers
STEM Internships Benefitting Students, Businesses
Over the past few months, Yavapai College’s Career and Technical Education (CATE) campus has had the benefit of working on a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant aimed at internships for two program areas, Applied Pre-Engineering and Integrated Systems Engineering Technician. An internship is an official or formal program that provides practical experience for beginners in an occupation or profession. The Applied Pre-Engineering AAS degree is designed to provide students with a working … [Read more...] about STEM Internships Benefitting Students, Businesses
Grant Funds Seven Paid STEM Internships at Yavapai College
The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a grant to The Career and Technical Education School (CTEC) for rural community colleges. Under the grant, CTEC utilized the grant for the Applied Pre-Engineering (AAS degree) and Integrated Systems Engineering Technician (Certificate) programs by creating paid internships with local companies. The design of the Applied Pre-Engineering program is to provide students with a working knowledge of engineering concepts. The Integrated Systems … [Read more...] about Grant Funds Seven Paid STEM Internships at Yavapai College
Students Practicing Problem-Based Learning in STEM Programs
Problem-based learning (PBL) can be defined by certain characteristics: The learning is driven by open-ended problems with no right answer. The problems are context-specific. Students work as self-directed problem solvers in small groups. Key problem is identified and a solution is agreed upon and implemented. The instructor plays the role of a facilitator of learning, guiding the process and promoting an environment of inquiry. PBL originated from a curriculum … [Read more...] about Students Practicing Problem-Based Learning in STEM Programs
Embry-Riddle Brings STEM Education to Prescott
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been an integral part of the Prescott community since its establishment in 1978, nearly 40 years ago. Together, Prescott and Embry-Riddle have become home to tomorrow’s leaders in aviation and formed a reputation for excellence in the skies. Yet Embry-Riddle has refused to rest upon its laurels, challenging itself and its curriculum to forge new standards of excellence in industries beyond aviation. In 2012, the university revealed its vision for a new, … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Brings STEM Education to Prescott
Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls
One of the great rewards of working in education is finding students who are passionate about their chosen careers. Alaina Rowitsch is one such student. Through the Mountain Institute Joint Technical Education (MIJTED), she is an Applied Pre-Engineering student in Yavapai College’s Career and Technical Education (CTEC) program. Alaina is pursuing her Associate of Applied Science Degree with the skills and determination she needs to be a successful engineer. “I grew up in a family of … [Read more...] about Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls