o What: Science in Action Day features college faculty and local STEM experts leading hands-on activities throughout the day, followed by a keynote speaker. NERD (Not Even Remotely Dorky) Girls is a science, technology, engineering and math program at Clark College. Its mission is to break down the stereotypes concerning women in STEM fields through outreach and campus events.
o When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 25.
o Where: Penguin Union Building, Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver.
oCost: Free to local middle and high school students.
o Information: http://twitter.com/clarknerdgirls. To register, email nerdgirls.clark@gmail.com.
As they carried their clay volcanoes into a classroom, about 25 fourth- and fifth-graders talked excitedly about what would happen next at after-school science camp: volcanic eruptions.
Monday afternoon was the last day of a six-week after-school science camp at Harney Elementary School led by NERD Girls, a team of Clark College instructors and students who focus on science, technology, engineering and math.