Psychology and Human Factors News

Green Film 2016 Lineup Announced

Published December 17, 2015

The Green Film Series announces the 2016 titles and dates. The series run monthly from January to May.

Below is the list of titles, dates and locations, including one lecture next month.

2016 Green Films Titles and Locations

Jan. 14 – Population, Environment and Conflict (G002 Hesterberg / Forestry Atrium) – Lecture
Jan. 21 – Racing to Zero (in 139 Fisher Hall)
Feb. 18 – Feeding Frenzy: The Food Industry, Marketing & Creation of a Health Crisis(G002 Hesterberg / Forestry Atrium)
March 23 (Wed.) – Lost Rivers (in 135 Fisher Hall)
April 21 – Project Wild Thing (G002 Hesterberg / Forestry Atrium)
May 19 – Bikes vs. Cars (in 135 Fisher Hall)

The Green Film and Lecture Series is cosponsored by, Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative, Michigan Tech Center for Water and Society, Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and Keweenaw Land Trust.

Monthly flyers will be posted here.

PREPSci Funding for Joshua Ellis

Published December 16, 2015

Joshua Ellis (CLS), is the principal investigator on a three-year, research and development project: “A Study on Promoting Reflective and Equitable Practice through Science Induction (PREPScI),” which received a $92,315 grant from the University of Minnesota.

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After School Science and Engineering Classes at Michigan Tech for Grades 1-8

Published December 15, 2015

There will be six after school science and engineering classes for students in grades 1 through 8 taught by Michigan Tech science and engineering students. The sessions will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays from Jan. 14 to Feb. 18, 2016.

These classes are coordinated by Michigan Tech Center for Science & Environmental Outreach at the Great Lakes Research Center.

For more information see the flyer. Call Joan Chadde or Lloyd Wescoat at 7-3341 with any questions.

Note: Houghton school bus will drop off students at the GLRC by 3:45 p.m.

From Tech Today, by Joan Chadde.

Chadde Presents on Transportation Education

Published December 14, 2015

Joan Chadde, director of the Michigan Tech Center for Science and Environmental Outreach, presented “Engaging K-12 Students & Teachers in Learning About Transportation” at the Midwest Transportation Workforce Summit held last week at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Attending the conference with Chadde were Ronesha Strozier, an MS graduate in Environmental Policy (SS) and Rachel Chard, a 2nd year student majoring in Supply Chain & Operations (Business Management).

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Emily Dare is a 2016 NARST Finalist

Published December 14, 2015

Assistant Professor of STEM Education Emily Dare is one of three finalists for the 2016 NARST (National Association for Research in Science Teaching) Outstanding Doctoral Research Award. The official description for the award is as follows:

This award was established in 1992 to be given annually for the Doctoral Dissertation judged to have the greatest significance in the field of science education.

NARST is an international association that is perhaps the largest and most renowned for science education researchers.

Outdoor Nature Program Saturday, December 12, 2015

Published December 8, 2015

There will be an outdoor nature program, “Bring Nature Home for the Holidays” at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Nara Nature Center.

Join environmental educator Denise Landsberg on a nature hike to collect greens for making decorative door swags. Ribbons and other decor items will be provided. Wear warm clothes and comfortable footwear.

This program is sponsored by the Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals and coordinated by Michigan Tech’s Center for Science and Environmental Outreach and the Western U.P. Center for Science, Math and Environmental Education.

For more information contact Joan Chadde 7-3341.

From Tech Today, by Joan Chadde.

Upper Peninsula Poet Laureate to Read Here

Published December 7, 2015

Andrea Scarpino, the U.P. Poet Laureate, will be on campus Tuesday, December 8, 2015, for a poetry reading. The reading will be at 5 p.m. in Walker 134.

Scarpino is the author of three books; “What the Willow Said as it Fell,” “The Grove Behind” and “Once, Then” along with numerous publications in several literary journals, including PANK.

Scarpino will be on campus most of the day and has some time to meet with faculty or students. If you are interested in scheduling a time with Scarpino, contact Adam Feltz (CLS) or Stephanie Carpenter (HU).

Refreshments will be provided as part of the English Department Coffee House series.

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Egg Drop Learning Objective in MSTA Journal

Published November 30, 2015

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Joshua Ellis and Emily Dare published an article entitled “Rethinking the Egg Drop with NGSS Science and Engineering Practices” in the Fall 2015 issue of the Michigan Science Teachers Association (MSTA) Journal. The STEM education article, which made the journal cover, addresses the application of meaningful math and science concepts to a traditional classroom activity. The Egg Drop is an opportunity for students to learn engineering principles by designing a mechanism to prevent breakage of a dropped egg.

The article authors are Joshua Ellis, Assistant Professor of STEM Education and Emily Dare, Assistant Professor of STEM Education, Michigan Technological University, Matthew Voigt, Graduate Student in Math and Science Ed, San Diego State University, Gillian Roehrig, Professor of STEM Education, University of Minnesota.

Brett Campbell in Student Stories

Published November 17, 2015

Psychology major Brett Campbell is part of Student Stories, by the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI). Brett talks about his campus involvement, why he chose Michigan Tech, and how he participates in CDI student organizations.

SHPE Chapter will conduct Family Engineering Event in Detroit

Published November 17, 2015

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The Michigan Tech Student Chapter of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) will be spreading the word about engineering as a possible STEM career path. The Tech students will conduct a Family Engineering event Sunday at the Academy of the Americas in Detroit. A free supper for families will be provided from 3:45-4:30 p.m. Families will then attend three 35-minute activities. To learn more, visit the Family Engineering webpage or contact Joan Chadde by email or at 7-3341.

From Tech Today, by Joan Chadde.