Innovations in STEM Education

The Innovations in STEM Education program aims to enhance formal and informal Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) education, and improve science literacy and engagement by addressing issues unique to Southern Illinois. Our outreach and collaborative efforts with community leaders and organizations enhance STEM understanding and experiences, thereby expanding career opportunities, informing our citizenry and impacting policies and practices related to STEM in our region. We offer K-12 educators assistance in developing effective classroom activities related to STEM, environmental sustainability and environmental justice. Funds raised go toward our grant program for teachers to implement innovative STEM projects in their classrooms.