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13
Sep

Science Unwrapped - How Do We Learn and How Should We Teach?

Special Event | Science Unwrapped

Inquiring minds of all ages are invited to Science Unwrapped, the public STEM outreach program of USU's College of Science. Learning scientist Hillary Swanson, assistant professor in USU's Department of Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences, presents "How Do We Learn and How Should We Teach?" at 7 pm in the Emert Auditorium (ESLC 130) of the Eccles Science Learning Center on the USU campus, Logan. Admission is free. Refreshments and hands-on learning activities follow Dr. Swanson's talk. Talk Description: "The whole of science is nothing more than a refinement of everyday thinking,” said celebrated physicist Albert Einstein. It’s a favorite quote of learning scientist Hillary Swanson, who explores how engaging in scientific practices helps students refine common sense and everyday thinking into scientific understanding. Collaborating with USU physicists and computer scientists, along with Cache County teachers, Dr. Swanson designs classroom science activities that help students transform daydreams into big ideas. Dr. Swanson's talk is part of Science Unwrapped's Fall 2024 "Joining Forces" series.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Eccles Science Learning Center Auditorium |
16
Sep

Geosciences Speaker Series: Jordan Jensen

Conference/Seminar

USU PhD student Jordan Jensen will present on his internship.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
30
Sep

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Juli Scamardo

Conference/Seminar

Dr, Juli Scamardo, from USU WATS, will present on Fluvial Geomorphology.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
04
Oct

Science Unwrapped - Can We Live the Good Life and Keep Our Planet Healthy?

Special Event | Science Unwrapped

Inquiring minds of all ages are invited to Science Unwrapped, the public STEM outreach program of USU's College of Science. Watershed scientist Patrick Belmont, professor in USU's Department of Watershed Sciences, presents "Can We Live the Good Life and Keep Our Planet Healthy?" at 7 pm in the Emert Auditorium (ESLC 130) of the Eccles Science Learning Center on the USU campus, Logan. Admission is free. Refreshments and hands-on learning activities follow Dr. Belmont's talk. Talk Description: Watershed scientist Patrick Belmont explores how we can better align economics and sustainability to put us on track for improving quality of life for people, while protecting the ecosystems on which our economy depends. Drawing on collaborations he’s convened with scientists, land managers and entrepreneurs, Belmont illustrates how we can pool our knowledge and energy to create communities that can thrive in the ever changing social, cultural, and economic landscape. Dr. Belmont's talk is part of Science Unwrapped's Fall 2024 "Joining Forces" series.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Eccles Science Learning Center Auditorium |
07
Oct

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Thomas Westerhold

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Thomas Westerhold, from Bremen University, will present on Cenozoic Cyclostrat and Climate.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
14
Oct

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Kurt Sundell

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Kurt Sundell, from Idaho State University, will present on zircon geochemistry.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
21
Oct

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Jim Evans

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Jim Evans, emeritus professor of USU, will present.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
25
Oct

Hansen Life Sciences Retreat Keynote Address: Janet Iwasa

Lecture/Readings

Janet Iwasa, PhD, biochemist and data visualization expert with the University of Utah's Department of Biochemistry and School of Medicine, is the keynote speaker for USU's 2024 Hansen Life Sciences Retreat. Iwasa says "her broad goal is to create accurate and compelling molecular and cellular visualizations that will support research, learning and scientific communication." Iwasa's talk is free and open to all.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Eccles Science Learning Center Auditorium |
26
Oct

Hansen Life Sciences Retreat

Conference/Seminar

USU's 2024 Hansen Life Sciences Retreat is open to all USU undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, faculty and staff, from varied disciplines, involved in the study of biological processes at the molecular level. The Friday evening, Oct. 25 keynote retreat speaker is University of Utah biochemist and data visualization expert Janet Iwasa, who says “her broad goal is to create accurate and compelling molecular and cellular visualizations that will support research, learning and scientific communication.” She speaks at 5 pm in ESLC 130 on USU's Logan campus. The retreat continues Saturday, Oct. 26, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with research presentations, a poster session and career networking, at the Larry W. and Lindi Miller Champion’s Club at West Stadium Center of the Maverick Stadium, 880 E. 1000 North, on USU’s Logan Campus. Registration for the full retreat (Friday and Saturday) is $20 per person, and includes appetizers on Friday; breakfast and lunch on Saturday and a retreat shirt. Participants may submit a poster abstract, and should register and request their shirt size by Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. chem.usu.edu

8:30 am - 5:00 pm | Maverik Stadium |
28
Oct

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Gabe Bowen

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Gabe Bowen, from University of Utah, will present on isotope geochemistry.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
15
Nov

Science Unwrapped - A.I. is an Astounding Innovation, But Can We Trust It?

Special Event | Science Unwrapped

Inquiring minds of all ages are invited to Science Unwrapped, the public STEM outreach program of USU's College of Science. Data scientist John Lawson, research assistant professor in USU's Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the Bingham Research Center at USU Uintah Basin, presents "A.I. is an Astounding Innovation, but Can We Trust It?" at 7 pm in the Emert Auditorium (ESLC 130) of the Eccles Science Learning Center on the USU campus, Logan. Admission is free. Refreshments and hands-on learning activities follow Dr. Lawson's talk. Talk Description: Artificial intelligence – AI – captures our imaginations with its rocketing innovation and surging accessibility. AI-generated text, video, images and voices seem like magic, yet can also be a wolf in sheep’s clothing with incorrect and misleading information. How do we harness this amazing tool, while curbing potential harm? Data scientist John Lawson, who uses AI to predict weather hazards, explores what it means, and the diverse skills, knowledge and precautions needed, to create trustworthy AI. Dr. Lawson's talk is part of Science Unwrapped's Fall 2024 "Joining Forces" series.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Eccles Science Learning Center Auditorium |
18
Nov

Geosciences Speaker Series: Dr. Janice Brahney

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Janice Brahney, from USU WATS, will present on environmental toxicology.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
22
Nov

USU Physics November Demo Show

Special Event

Inquiring minds of all ages are invited to the 2024 USU Physics November Demo Show. This year's theme is "The Physics of Phase Transitions." Admission is free! USU physicist James Coburn will offer exciting demonstrations of freezing, boiling, melting and condensing. Demos will include making liquid air, making solid air, crushing a 55-gallon drum and making an ice bomb! USU's Department of Physics is pleased to offer this super-fun learning event to the Cache Valley community.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Eccles Science Learning Center Auditorium |
25
Nov

Geosciences Speaker Series: Graduate Student Reports

Conference/Seminar

Graduate students from the Geosciences department will present on their current research.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
02
Dec

Geosciences Speaker Series: Undergraduate Research Showcase

Conference/Seminar

Undergraduate students from the Geosciences department will present on their current research.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
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