Calendar of Events Sponsored and Co-Sponsored by the C-STEM Center
2013 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Ceremony
Date: March 30, 2013
Time: 10:30am - 2:00pm
Location: UC Davis, Kemper Hall Room 1003
As part of an effort to encourage more young women to choose careers in technology, the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) seeks to recognize high school women with outstanding achievements and aspirations in computing and technology through the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. The C-STM Center is hosting the Northern California Regional Award. The Awards Ceremony is happening on March 30, 2013 in Kemper Hall, one of the Engineering buildings on the UC Davis campus.
Picnic Day Presentation
Date: April 20, 2013
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: UC Davis, in front of Bainer Hall
During UC Davis Picnic Day 2013, the C-STEM Center will be demoing the Mobot to students and families. The demonstration table will be set up outside of Bainer Hall which will be filled with Mobots being demoed by UC Davis and K-12 Students.
Date: May 4, 2013
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
The UC Davis C-STEM Day builds public awareness and advocates for C-STEM education. The C-STEM Competitions challenge students in middle and high schools to apply their computing and STEM knowledge in a competitive environment. The competitions include:
- UC Davis Secondary School Math Programming Competition
- UC Davis RoboPlay Competitions
- C-STEM Awards for K-12 students
- C-STEM Scholarship for college bound graduating seniors
Date: May 18, 2013
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
The UC Davis 3rd Annual Conference on Integrated Computing and STEM Education offers a first-hand opportunity to examine the ground breaking work of the C-STEM Center and join a dedicated cohort of K-14 researchers, educators and policy makers to discuss and influence the future direction of STEM education.
Date: June 24, 2013 - July 5, 2013
Location: UC Davis
The C-STEM Center will host the 2013 UC Davis Summer Institute on Integrated Computing and STEM Education on June 24 - July 5. The two-week long Summer Institute will offer two one-week courses. The first week is on "Robotic Technologies and Computer Programming" and the second week is on "Pre-Algebra and Algebra Support with Computing and Robotics".
The 3rd Summer Program of the NSF CREST Project
Date: June 24, 2013 - August 2, 2013
Location: UC Davis
The 3rd year of the NSF Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) Site project "Computing Research Experiences for STEM Teachers (CREST)."
Past Events
Date: February 23-24 and March 2-3, 2013
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis Campus
Robotics can easily get students engaged and excited in learning science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts with fun. The UC Davis C-STEM Center and its industrial partners have developed an innovative modular robotics technology called Mobot for integrating computing, robotics, and engineering into K-12 math and science education.
SF Bay Area STEAM Colloquium Presentation by Director Harry Cheng
Date: February 8, 2013
Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Location: San Ramon Valley Conference Center
Director Harry Cheng is giving a presentation at the SF Bay Area STEAM Colloquium titled "RoboPlay: Using computing and robotics programs to close the achievement gap in math and science education". See how engaging students in Computing, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (C-STEM) with RoboPlay closes the achievement gap and provides STEM access for all students. Students explore their creativity in writing, art, music, choreography, design, and film making while learning and applying C-STEM concepts for solving practical problems. UC Davis Center for Integrated Computing and STEM Education has developed innovative courseware and teaching strategies for readily integration of computing and computer programming in C/C++ into the formal curriculum in elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and colleges.
Council of Math/Science Educators of San Mateo County (CMSESMC) STEM Conference Presentation by Director Harry Cheng
Date: February 2, 2013
Time: 9:45am - 10:45am
Location: Redwood Shores
Director Harry Cheng is giving a presentation at the San Mateo County STEM Conference titled "Integrating Innovative Computing and Robotics Programs into Math and Science Education to Close the Achievement Gap". The UC Davis Center for Integrated Computing and STEM Education (C-STEM) has developed innovative computing and robotics educational technology pedagogy and teaching resources for integration into K-12 math and science education to close the achievement gap.
UC Davis Fall Robotics Academy
Date: October 13-14, 2012
Location: UC Davis
Robotics can easily get students engaged and excited in learning science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts with fun. The UC Davis Fall Robotics Academy introduces teachers to the innovative Mobot curricula and how it can integrate into STEM classes. More information can be found on the Fall Robotics Academy Webpage.
The 2nd Summer Program of the NSF CREST Project
Date: July 2, 2012 - August 10, 2012
Location: UC Davis
The 2nd year of the NSF Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) Site project "Computing Research Experiences for STEM Teachers (CREST)."
CREST Workshop
Date: August 9, 2012
Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis, Bainer Hall 1062
This workshop is to prepare stakeholders in the K-12 educational arena to implement this new engaging, hands-on curriculum in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Technology classes and after school programs. This collaboration will be focused on assessment of the pedagogical impact on student achievement, especially in regards to the new teaching strategy "Dual Programming" which is being pioneered by the C-STEM center.
Date: July 2, 2012 - July 13, 2012
Location: UC Davis
The C-STEM Center will host the 2012 UC Davis Summer Institute on Integrated Computing and STEM Education on July 2 - July 13. The two-week long Summer Institute will offer two one-week courses. The first week is on "Pre-Algebra and Algebra I Support -- Using 21st Century Skills to Strengthen Logical Thinking" and the second week is on "Teaching Introductory Computer Programming and Computer Science with Robotics".
Date: May 5, 2012
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
The UC Davis C-STEM Day builds public awareness and advocate for C-STEM education. The events planned for the 2012 C-STEM Day include:
- Symposium on Computing and STEM Education in the 21st Century
- C-STEM Workshops conducted by UC Davis students for K-12 students
- UC Davis Secondary School Math Programming Competition
- UC Davis Roboplay Robot Challenge Competition
- C-STEM Awards for K-12 students and teachers
- C-STEM Scholarship for college bound graduating seniors
- NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing for high-school female students
2012 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Ceremony
Date: April 28, 2012
Time: 10:30am - 2:00pm
Location: UC Davis, Bainer Hall
As part of an effort to encourage more young women to choose careers in technology, the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) seeks to recognize high school women with outstanding achievements and aspirations in computing and technology through the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. The C-STM Center is hosting the Northern California Regional Award. The Awards Ceremony is happening on April 28, 2012 in Bainer Hall, one of the Engineering buildings on the UC Davis campus.
2012 C-STEM Math Programming Competition
Date: April 28, 2012
Time: 8:30am - 1:00pm
Location: UC Davis, Bainer Hall
The UC Davis Secondary School Math Programming Competition provides students in secondary schools with the opportunity to apply their fundamental computer programming skills for applications in mathematics.
Picnic Day Presentation
Date: April 21, 2012
Time: 10:00am - 3:30pm
Location: UC Davis, in front of Bainer Hall
During UC Davis Picnic Day 2012, the C-STEM Center will be demoing the Mobot to students and families. The demonstration table will be set up outside of Bainer Hall which will be filled with Mobots being demoed by UC Davis and K-12 Students.
2012 Western Region 4-H Science Academy Presentation
Date: March 26, 2012
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: UC Davis
C-STEM Partner Teachers will be presenting at the 2012 Western Region 4-H Science Academy on "Serious Play - Serious Learning: Engaging student through computing and robotics".
2012 UC Davis Equity Summit
Date: March 24, 2012
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
C-STEM Partner Teachers will be presenting at the 2012 UC Davis Equity Summit on "USING INNOVATIVE COMPUTING AND ROBOTICS PROGRAMS TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP IN MATH AND SCIENCE EDUCATION".
A workshop on "Counselors for Computing: Professional Development in Emerging Careers"
Date: March 17, 2012
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location: UC Davis Conference Center
This workshop on Computing for Counselors is jointly organized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), California Association of School Counselors, and UC Davis K-14 Outreach Center for Computing and STEM Education (C-STEM). The workshop will prepare school counselors to guide students on studying computing and STEM related subjects with the 21st century skills. Therefore, students will be able to pursue a STEM related careers and post-secondary studies. STEM Teachers from the partner schools of the UC Davis C-STEM Center will present their experience on engaging students from the underrepresented groups, especially female students, on computing. Their students will discuss experiences and inspiration for computing and STEM related post-secondary studies and careers. Students will also showcase their computing, robotics, and STEM activities.
Information Session for Prospective CREST Fellows
Date: March 13, 2012
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Bainer Hall 2130
The C-STEM Center is hosting an information session for prospective CREST Fellows who wish to learn about the CREST program.
Educating for Careers Conference Presentation
Date: February 14, 2012
Time: 3:00pm
Location: Sacramento, CA
C-STEM partner teachers will be giving a presentation at the Educating for Careers Conference in Sacramento titled "C-STEM: Using Computer Programming to Support and Enhance STEM Instruction". The Educating for Careers Conference is an annual three-day professional development event surrounding career technical education (CTE).
C-STEM Winter Robotics Academy
Date: January 21-22 (Saturday-Sunday), 2012
Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Location: UC Davis
The 2012 Winter Robotics Academy will be organized by the C-STEM Center to train teachers using robotics for STEM education.
Robotics Demos on the Crocker Art Museum Homeschool Day
Date: December 13, 2011
Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Sacramento, CA
On this Homeschool Day, homeschool parents and students will visit the museum for a "Building 'Bots" program. The C-STEM Center will give robotics demos to students and their parents.
Robotics Demos at the Crocker Art Museum
Date: November 10, 2011
Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Sacramento, CA
The Crocker Art Museum will host an event titled Art Mix featuring music, tours, and special demos. The C-STEM Center will present robotics demos in the evening.
California STEM Summit
Date: October 10 & 11, 2011
Location: UC Davis
Students and teachers of the partner schools of the C-STEM Center will show case their work at the California STEM Summit hosted by the California STEM Learning Network and State Superintendent of Public Instruction, held at UC Davis October 10th & 11th
Expanding Your Horizons Event
Date: October 8th
Time: TBA
Location: Sacramento State University
C-STEM Outreach Club members will be holding a workshop at Sacramento State as part of the Expand Your Horizons Event. Club members will be presenting a workshop titled "Programming the Amazing World of Robotics". The event is targeted to local girls grades 6-8 to introduce them to STEM fields and majors by presenting them information about the fields, and giving them some hands on experience.
Date: September 10, 17, 24, 2011
Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
The 2011 Fall Academy for Pre-Algebra and Algebra I Support is organized by the C-STEM Center and conducted by NSF CREST Fellows. More information on the 2011 Fall Academy is available on the web page.
Summer Academy on Computing and STEM Education
Date: August 8, 2011 - August 12, 2011
Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Location: UC Davis
The 2011 Summer Academy on Computing and STEM Education is organized by the C-STEM Center and conducted by NSF CREST Fellows. The 2011 Summer Academy consists of two Academies, one on Pre-Algebra and Algebra I Support and the other on STEM Technology & Design.
C-STEM CREST Workshop: Integrating 21st century skills into STEM classrooms
Date: July 28, 2011
Time: 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Location: UC Davis, Bainer Hall, Room 2130
This workshop is to prepare stakeholders in the K-12 educational arena to implement this new engaging, hands-on curriculum in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Technology classes and after school programs. This collaboration will be focused on assessment of the pedagogical impact on student achievement, especially in regards to the new teaching strategy "Dual Programming" which is being pioneered by the C-STEM center.
The 1st Summer Program of the NSF CREST Project
Date: June 20, 2011 - July 29, 2011
Location: UC Davis
The C-STEM Center will conduct the NSF Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) Site project "Computing Research Experiences for STEM Teachers (CREST)". This is the 1st year of the three-year project. Each year, 15 in-service and pre-service STEM teachers will be recruited as CREST Fellows to participate in the project. CREST Fellows start with six-week computing research experiences with faculty mentors and their research groups in the summer with academic year follow-up plan. CREST Fellows will attend the Summer Insitute on Computing and STEM Education in the first two weeks, then spend four weeks to conduct researches with faculty mentors and apply the research results in their classroom teaching. The C-STEM Center provides training and support for CREST Fellows throughout the academic year.
Date: June 30, 2011
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: UC Davis
UC Davis School of Education summer camp based on robotics. The C-STEM Center will present robotics demos to students in the camp.
The UC Davis Summer Institute on Computing and STEM Education
Date: June 20, 2011 - July 1, 2011
Location: UC Davis
The C-STEM Center will organize Summer Insitute of professional development to train K-12 teachers on integration of computing and computer programming into the algebra curriculum, teaching computing and computer programming for problem solving in STEM subjects.
Date: June 16, 2011
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Location: UC Davis
A Robotics demonstration hosted by the C-STEM Center for middle-school students from Washington Unified School District in West Sacramento.
Sacramento County Office Of Education ROP Meeting
Date: May 26, 2011
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Sacramento, CA
The C-STEM Center gave a presentation to the Sacramento Office of Education ROP Coordinators and Teachers to highlight the upcoming Summer Institute and the opportunities available to STEM teachers in the Sacramento School District.
Contra Costa STEM Colloquium
Date: May 25, 2011
Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Concord, CA
The Contra Costa STEM Colloquium gathered teachers and educators from the Contra Costa county to promote STEM education. The C-STEM Center made a presentation at the colloquium.
Date: April 30, 2011
Time: 8:00am - 3:30pm
Location: UC Davis
The UC Davis C-STEM Day builds public awareness and advocate for C-STEM education.
